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✨Sunday Intention Setting✨

✨Sunday Intention Setting✨

Hello lovely people,

I have been reflecting on some ways we can support you all through our recovery-oriented way of connecting on the forums, and thought that creating a weekly intention setting/reflection conversation could be really helpful. 🥰

Intention-setting can allow us to more mindfully focus our attention onto the things we would like to explore more of (without too much pressure!). And when we do so within community, it can help us to feel more supported as we go about exploring new habits and ideas.

Now, this isn't about showing up perfectly or reaching all of our 'goals' overnight, but rather, exploring what is possible, what we enjoy, and how we can feel more safely connected to ourselves. 

So, what will this look like exactly?

1. Set your intention for the week. For example, I am going to practice allowing myself 5 minutes a day to slow down.

2. Reflect. You can do this throughout the week via your notes app, a journal, or here on the forums. *Notice what feels good, what doesn't, and why. 

3. Share the following Sunday. Let us know what you were able to explore and what came up for you/if you have any questions or need some support. 

Remember - there is no right or wrong! It's so fine if all you did was hold the intention in the back of your mind - change takes time. I would love you all to have fun with this and to explore things from a place of curiosity and compassion. 💛

And... go! @MissGremlin @NightFury @Bow @Shaz51 @Captain24 @creative_writer @avant-garde @Oaktree @ENKELI @Dimity @Semly @Appleblossom @MJG017 @Sunnyside226 @Blackcloud @PeppyPatti @Till23 

@Jynx @tyme @Ru-bee @rav3n @RiverSeal 

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Well, helloooo everyone!!

 

It has been far too long since I checked in, so I thought it only appropriate to pop into our Sunday Intention Setting practice with a reflective prompt. 🤩

 

"Find what feels good."

 

I love this prompt *credit to Yoga with Adriene*, because it's so simple and effective and it allows us to give ourselves permission to experience joy, ease, and lightness. 

 

So, what feels good for you? Is it the sun on your face, a hug with your dog, a walk in nature, a big stretch, singing your favourite song, a chat with a friend, or finally completing that one small task you have been putting off? *points to self*

 

Please use this space to 'Notice what feels good', to reflect, and to celebrate one another throughout the process!

 

PS: I also encourage you to set any other intentions that feel right or aligned for you + share and create intentions for the group! 🎉🫶

 

@Shaz51 @NightFury @MissGremlin @Captain24 @Bow @Snowie @Dimity @Appleblossom @Judi9877 @Meowmy @TAB @ENKELI @heartathome @Realness @Blackcloud @Ruby26 @SaltwaterSoul @Oaktree @Mustang67 @Till23 @PeppyPatti @creative_writer @SmilingGecko @AlwaysMyself @Rosepetal96 @Zoe7 @NatureLover @Cuddlebear @TeaPositive @REDLINEZ750 @DownMoreThanUp @Anonymouse1000 @GezzaP @peaceandsafety @Bunniekins @DogMan79 @FridgeMagnet @Jacques @Chasingsunsets @MatchaToad @Glisten 

 

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Zeus is adorable!! @DownMoreThanUp 

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@AuntGlow That was Zeta, took the wrong one of the two, only saw it now. We sold Zeta for i could no longer look after her. She is  a good hands and although i missed her heaps it has not been overly painful emotional. i had planned to breed her with Zeus. She turned 2 and her cycle was any day, so i had to act. A pity. But life does not always go the way we wish. Not my life anyhow.

 

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I am so sorry to hear that you had to sell Zeta @DownMoreThanUp. That would have been really, really hard. 🫶

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@DownMoreThanUp  WANT!  Zeus. Here Zeus. Treats? 
@DownMoreThanUp  I will House-Dog sit for you anytime.

Just got to moosh that face.

The bigger the dog the better. 

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@AuntGlow  and everyone what makes me feel good are so many things .... hmmm one of them but not the most would be this wonderful cool weather.  i am loving wearing warm clothing and feeling the chill winds on my face .... simply fantastic!

 

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@AuntGlow @Glisten No way will give get rid of my boy. He is my biggest friend. My cuddle pot. He has a growl on him that intimated all strangers, but no matter how  wild the play and vicious his growling he will not hurt. The best part of Zeus in his growl. We love growling together, such good release of tension or aggression in a playful way.  When my wife sees/hears us play together she fears he will eat me alive, but in reality he lick me to death log before he dream about harming.

 

And yes i love his face too @Glisten his granddad won a competition with very much the same looks.

 

@Bunniekins @Dimity @Shaz51 

i love him to bits and he me. And yes i do miss Zeta, it was really hard to sell her. And for pennies too, for we choose an owner we knew would take good care of her.

Biggest of mates they were.. Poor Zeus hyperventalited his stress a whole night after we sold Zeta.Biggest of mates they were.. Poor Zeus hyperventalited his stress a whole night after we sold Zeta.Zeus and Zeta became best friends when they met first day.Zeus and Zeta became best friends when they met first day.

 

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@AuntGlow woohoo! Yours is the first post my support button worked for via my lappy top!

 

"Find what feels good"

 

Oooh that leaves it wide open lol! 

 

Having a coffee and checking in with my Sane family

 

Finishing my assessment and getting up to date in my studies

 

Faith

 

A good pair of jeans that fit properly 🤣

 

@Shaz51 @NightFury @MissGremlin @Captain24 @Bow @Snowie @Dimity @Appleblossom @Judi9877 @Meowmy @TAB @heartathome @Realness @Blackcloud @Ruby26 @SaltwaterSoul @Oaktree @Mustang67 @Till23 @PeppyPatti @creative_writer @SmilingGecko @AlwaysMyself @Rosepetal96 @Zoe7 @NatureLover @Cuddlebear @TeaPositive @REDLINEZ750 @DownMoreThanUp @Anonymouse1000 @GezzaP @peaceandsafety @Bunniekins @DogMan79 @FridgeMagnet @Jacques @Chasingsunsets @MatchaToad @Glisten 

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@DownMoreThanUp oh my goodness, look at that face!! I can see why that would make you feel good 🙂

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Ah, it's so cozy, isn't it?! @Bunniekins 

I enjoy the rainy at-home days most, they are so grounding. 🥰

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haha yes! @ENKELI 

LOVE THIS! Having my morning coffee is one of my biggest joys. Checking in with your SANE family sounds incredibly nourishing too. 

I like that it's often the little things laced throughout our days that can have the biggest impact on our wellbeing. 

Finishing an assessment is always a huge sigh of relief, so good on you! What was this last one focused on?

Faith is a wonderful point of lightness and connection too.

A good pair of jeans that fit properly, my gosh, chance would be a fine thing!! 😂😂

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Zeus sounds like a secret sweetheart! Very similar to my partner's dog. Looks like he might bite but actually just goes straight in for the kisses! 😂 @DownMoreThanUp 

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"Find what feels good "

@AuntGlow 

 

To me 

Is to have a coffee ️ and check on my sane family daily 

 

Love to have a early cuppa on the downstairs patio in the morning 

 

After doing some daily  jobs, I like to play " words with friends " on my phone 

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Coffee and connecting with your SANE family sounds really grounding. I am noticing a bit of a theme here. @Shaz51 😋

The downstairs patio must be so beautiful and serene, a perfect space for a cuppa. 😍

Words with friends is such a great way to get your brain working! 👏

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@AuntGlow 

Downstairs has a table and chairs 

And all my pot plants 🪴 around the border of the patio , with some hanging plants 

 

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Ah, gorgeous! @Shaz51 

Your plants look a lot healthier than mine! What's your secret? 👀

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@AuntGlow 

 

Is it the sun on your face, a hug with your dog, a walk in nature, a big stretch, singing your favourite song, a chat with a friend, or finally completing that one small task you have been putting off? 

 

all of it! 

 

Support worker is here early Grateful

 

 

@Shaz51 @Bunniekins @ENKELI @DownMoreThanUp and all ... 

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Not quite Sunday... but what felt good for me was finally moving my new shelving out of the lounge and into my bedroom to create a clear bedside area for the first time since my accident 😊 been putting it off since Friday 😅 @AuntGlow 

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How exciting @AuntGlow!! I love this one!! So good! 🤩🫶

Sorry I’m a bit late, at the moment I have been loving my hugs with Indi and also loving my new runners I brought a couple of months ago (a new style for me), they are super comfy when on our walks ☀️💛

Thinking about my intentions, it might be check ins with my body for 30s-1min to start and build on that. Maybe I start this intention this coming Sunday 😊

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Hi @AuntGlow and others here.

 

What feels good for me is having a sense of purpose in my life. It’s hard to explain but it’s helped me deal with my depressive episodes - I’ve lost this when I’m depressed. Also, making each morning time for my morning coffee and doing my journal which I list 3 things to reflect on the previous day- A song, a good thing that’s happened and my reflections on the previous day. I also make sure to take a photo of something each day which I’m planning to print off and put in a book at the end of the year. 

 

Judi9877

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What feels good?

I'm warm and well fed.

Higher order needs? I'm not doing as well.

 

 

 

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Yes! All of the above are applicable @Appleblossom 🤩 How was time with your support worker? 

No apologies needed for delays @Chasingsunsets! Your new runners sound perfect - a 'feels good' moment perhaps? 👀 I love the idea of the 30s-1min check-ins. What will that look like for you?

Ah, I love all of this!! @Judi9877 Journaling and coffee each morning sounds incredibly grounding and intentional. Purpose helps me too. What does your sense of purpose look or feel like right now?

Having more space must feel sooo good!! @Rosepetal96 How are you feeling atm? 🫶

Warm and well-fed really does feel good @Dimity. Noticing these moments can help so much. 🥰

 

What else have you noticed has felt good this weekend? 💛 

 

@DownMoreThanUp @Glisten @Bunniekins @ENKELI @Shaz51 

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Huh? What going on @AuntGlow ?

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Hii @Glisten! I thought you responded to this thread specifically, but you were responding to someone else's comment, my apologies!

No pressure to join in, but if you'd like to set an intention for the week, we're happy to hold space for you. 🫶

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@AuntGlow @Appleblossom @Judi9877 @Chasingsunsets @Rosepetal96 @Dimity @Glisten @Bunniekins @Shaz51 

 

I am behind the 8 ball my friends but my Sunday intention was to complete my assessment that is late and catch up with my studies. So far I should achieve my goal!

 

Hope everyone is having a lovely Monday, it's only 20 degrees which is nice, I am wearing my Dockers jumper - go Freo! - and staying focussed.

 

Hugs xoxo

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Go Crows I’ve got my Crows jumper on @ENKELI .

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Ah yes! Good question @AuntGlow 🙏, I’m trying to figure that out actually 🤣. The checkins have been super quick less than 30sec but I’m trying haha. Intentional movement but at the very start of all this 😊

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@AuntGlow , feeling a little better, although my legs are feeling the burn after using the leg press yesterday at the physiotherapy gym 🏋️‍♀️ I'm glad I still have two more weeks to enjoy of 2 day work weeks before increasing back to 3 days, a positive step forwards in my recovery 😊 

 

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