One of the things I love the most about teaching a group class or doing a talk on mindfulness is that, as people begin to open up to the group, everyone begins to realize how much we have in common with one another.

Both in everyday life and on social media, there are a lot of people presenting themselves and their lives as being perfect when really, on the inside, they are feeling exhausted, empty, and overwhelmed.

When I get up in the morning I might have a game plan of how my day is going to go, but most of the time it doesn’t go exactly as planned. And sometimes not at all. Can you relate?

I can plan for my day but I can’t predict the future.

I stepped out of my comfort zone – yes, again! This time, it was the ultimate chill session. I’m talking being outside in an ice bath kind of chill.

Are you confused?

Let me explain.

On the weekend I celebrated 55 years on the planet - all weekend long. It was wonderful to be with friends, family and dance the night away on Saturday.  

I also took time to reflect and be with me.  There are so many things to be grateful for. The list is long and includes how at peace I feel in my body and in my life.

Last week I went to a yoga class at Evolation Yoga studio and as I entered the change room there was a sign that said,

“Please take responsibility for the energy you bring into this space.”

Somewhere inside each and every one of us, there is an Inner Child. The True Nature of that inner child is to be carefree, happy, innocent, gentle, inquisitive, creative, and playful.

 But by the time we reach adulthood, many of us are holding on to an Inner Child who is hurt and afraid.