Narelle Hunter RURAL LIFESTYLE

We start the day with a walk into the paddocks behind our home. It is a dewy morning but not too cold. The rams see us first, then the horses and then the kangaroos. Howard and I are disturbing their routine. We notice a whole lot of new trees shooting up and enjoy watching the sunrise as we step over fallen branches and muddy pathways. Its a great start to the day. I have some photos for you. HOW TO WALK MINDFULLY? Awaken all your senses as you walk. Listen, see, hear, smell, touch. I crush leaves and smell them, feel the texture of the plants, look way off in the distance and close underfoot. Before we left i suggested that we don't talk about the business during the walk. It was nice to just take in the views and discuss what we noticed. Lovely... It has been a very relaxed week following a meditation retreat I enjoyed in Canberra. I am reminded of the Ted Talk by Jill Bolte Taylor  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTrJqmKoveU Jill explains so well wha

23 rd May A bright red leaf is caught in the cool autumn breeze as it lets go, exposing the bare arms of the twisted grapevine branches. In the distance a new crop of wheat appears, as tiny frail green shoots are rising from the damp soil. It’s the first time I have noticed the way that nature is completing a cycle just as a new one begins. There is neither a total ending nor only new beginnings. It has me looking at the seasons in a whole new way.   At the moment summer is turning into autumn slowly. Some days are still quite warm but there is a change in the air. Howard calls into the house with an offering of a pie and coffee, after running to town to register the truck. I’m grateful because the power is out at the farmhouse from 9.30am until 2.30pm. I sit by the fire, as we chat about the day ahead and see the red grapevine with its few remaining red leaves. The sun is out from behind the clouds now after a gloomy morning. I’m set up here in front of our big lounge ro

Your daily mindful guide for awakening your most empowered self. S imple practices enhancing present moment awareness. Introduction 'Inside each day we are awakened to a new beginning. A chance to give grow, and create the life of our dreams.' Adele Basheer. Please print this guide and place it on your desk, fridge or mirror in your main bathroom. The aim is to be reminded daily of all the ways you can bring your attention to the present moment. Mindfulness reduces stress by creating a healthy mindset that inspires helpful thoughts, words and actions. Mindfulness also boosts a sense of present moment happiness, gratitude and wonder. Ultimately we are awakening the inner witness, the part of ourselves that is deeply at peace during all life's ups and downs. It is brave, strong, courageous, whole, complete, kind and loving. When you connect with this true wise self not only do you start enjoying the present moment but you really begin to embrace being you! Mi

This quote by Gothe and Gothe says it all "Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back-- Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth that ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then Providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise have occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents and meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamed would have come his way. Whatever you can do, or dream you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it. Begin it now." We often put our big goals in the back ground, waiting for the right time, the safest moment to take the leap. And yet the moment you step up and become very clear about what you want and how you will make your dreams come true, opportunities turn up

I read a quote recently that has me thinking a lot about how important self love is and the impact it has on the people around us and how we treat each other. ‘Perhaps we should love ourselves so fiercely that when others see us they know exactly how it should be done’.   Rudy Francisco’s words ring true to me like no other quote I have read before. I do a little research and discover Rudy was born and raised in San Diego, California and has a B.A in Psychology and a MA in Organizational Leadership. He is known for poetry that enlightens the mind and I am certainly feeling that. So how do we love ourselves fiercely? The word 'fiercely' conjures more than a bit of self talk and a vision board. Self love that has passion and drive behind it, stands out and demands respect. So this is my attempt to think of 10 self loving habits .....No let me reword that.....THIS IS MY VISION FOR MY OWN LIFE. 10 Ways to Love Yourself fiercely 1/ Be prepared to  stand alone  - take