“My breath is an acknowledgment of my power. I am thankful, thoughtful and grateful.”
Beautiful Mind Challenge 4/30
“Fear is a messenger telling me that the best is yet to come. I am thankful, thoughtful and grateful.”
Beautiful Mind Challenge 2/30
“The day is made for me. I am thankful, thoughtful and grateful.”
The final line, “ I am thankful, thoughtful and grateful” is an affirmation that my Dad taught to all of his grandchildren. He would always end his prayers with it and have them repeat the sentence. To me that is more valuable than gold. And today I’m sharing it with you.
[N. L. Kalani Tandal is a military veteran who served in Desert Shield/Storm and abroad in South Korea. His faith in Jesus has broken countless generational curses and helped him raise four children along with his wife.]
Beautiful Mind Challenge 1/30
“Everything I need to succeed is already gifted to me. I am thankful, thoughtful and grateful.”
You have untapped GIFTS
Begin to see your ideas and talents as gifts.
The final line, “ I am thankful, thoughtful and grateful” is an affirmation that my Dad taught to all of his grandchildren. He would always end his prayers with it and have them repeat the sentence. To me that is more valuable than gold. And today I’m sharing it with you.
[N. L. Kalani Tandal is a military veteran who served in Desert Shield/Storm and abroad in South Korea. His faith in Jesus has broken countless generational curses and helped him raise four children along with his wife.]
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What gift’s do you have?
Beautiful Mind Challenge
Around 2011 both my sister and I became Zumba fitness instructors and we had big plans to help a lot of ladies get fit. I would bring in my nutritional background and she would blend in her knowledge of the fitness industry.
The unthinkable happened.
Then in 2015 she was diagnosed with stage-4 cancer as a result of a molar pregnancy.
It was horrible.
My instincts took me deep into prayer and back to the lessons of prayer & MANA.
We prayed for guidance.
The thought of chemotherapy freaked us out but the tumor markers were growing so quickly.
“Collectively we knew that the healing needed to involve all areas of her being. Because diseases like these attack the body, plays tricks on the mind and can damage the soul.”
I wanted to find a way to keep her MIND, BODY & SOUL strong during her treatment. The cancer was in her uterus, bladder & lungs. Her physician took a chance and put her on a rigorous program including 7 TYPES OF CHEMO, one drip was about 12 hours long. I wanted to propose something to my Ohana (family) with a product line that I enjoy. So my Ohana got together and I said, “What do we have to loose, why not take a chance and put these products to the test. The other side is death.”
The cancer was in three major areas.
We’ve only heard stories about people trying this but we’ve never seen it in action. So she started with a bottle of Genesis™ per day and two packets of Ultra Vitality. That gave her white blood cells the ability to sustain itself during the intense chemo cycle. She had an appetite during her entire treatment and eventually added smoothies with beets, cucumber, cilantro, apple, banana, chia seeds, hemp hearts & more Ultra Vitality.
We were scared but stuck to the plan.
The dangerous part was if her white blood cells dropped too low they would have to pull back on the chemo. Now when I say advanced I mean this cancer was spreading quickly and she couldn’t stop using her Genesis™ or risk taking a break from the treatments. Somehow the two were working in favor of her body and the tumor markers began to decrease from over 200,000 to 170,000 to 140,000…
BEFORE
I wanted to connect daily.
All the while I kept writing hoping that she was reading my blog and trying some of the challenges. It clawed at my faith and bruised my hope to see her going through this but I never showed it during my visits or daily chats. While she was in treatment my husband and I moved her Ohana into our home due to her husband’s work schedule and the chemo sessions. It was school, work, martial arts, dance classes as usual… almost.
I wanted to encourage her beautiful mind.
Everyone contributed from our brother buying nutrients, parents becoming caregivers, my household welcoming hers, her midwife Nancy, our 1st cousin’s the Kaikala’s, Aunty Josie & family, Aunty Nani & Aunty Aunty Denise mailing poi and many more.
During
Blessings upon blessings.
Then it happened her body responded well to the to kill the orcs (cancer cells) treatment which included her supplements at home, whole foods and walks. In fact her doctor told her, “What ever you’re doing, don’t stop.” I pray for more doctors like him who listen to their patients and after four (4) months the cancer is in remission!
After
The Invitation
Can I invite others to join any of the challenges? Please do, the more the merrier. Send, forward or post.
Am I able to use these challenges with my friends? Sure, for example you and a few friends can participate in the BEAUTIFUL MIND Challenge while creating caring accountability to complete assignments. All I ask is…
Have them subscribe individually.
Comment after you’ve listened to daily affirmation/mantra.
I can’t wait to see you in the challenge, start here. [It’s a private page, just request & you’re in.]
Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 30
Pledge
Devote
Apply
Do
Commit to use the list of 100 positive words you created from yesterday’s prompt.
You made it!
I’m so proud of you, this was a big commitment and undertaking. I know what it feels like to start something and then wonder, “WHAT WAS I THINKING?” Good news, everything about this challenge was designed to uplift you.
Now double the blessing
And share this experience with a handful of people then guide a group to do the BMC 30 Days with you. Basically you’re facilitating the challenge.
How it works…
Invite some friends to join you with the end in mind. Create a group text where friends can text, “DONE” and perhaps a weekly meetup to dive deep into group reflections. Sharing the experience is like putting a magnifying glass on LOVE.
The best part is to host a party, sip & socialize or scenic nature walk as a reward. Celebrate what you completed and make a big deal out of it. And if you really want to maximize the benefits of a beautiful mind schedule this challenge annually.
#walkinnbeauty
Nature = Beautiful Mind
Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 29
Create your 100
Which is a list of one hundred words that describe you. YES I wrote 100 and I’m sure once you start you’ll find hundreds more.
Some call it the Pollyanna Effect, where everything is good and rainbows fill the sky. And what’s wrong with that?
Let me help you
Here’s a link to a website that created a positive word vocabulary list to use. The hard part is sticking to 100 words.
The goal of BMC was to help you subconsciously curate an environment where words and art support your beautiful mind.
Remember to comment below. The reason why I asked you to “comment” is because it will improve your experience with the BMC. Each time you follow through helps your subconscious to connect with your true intention. You see, it’s not enough to just read something you have to take action. And if you want to level up and incorporate beautiful habits go back and make sure you comment with each prompt.
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 28
We all need to be encouraged and it feels good to hear reassuring words. Phrases that remind you of your goals, purpose and desires. Affirmations are like supplements for the soul.
However, there are moments when you
Need more than just affirmations. Times in life when a, “Get up you got this” type of speech is necessary.
Go out and buy a beautiful card or stationary and write a message to your future self. Say/write all the words you’ll want to hear. Add a favorite quote, pictures, glitter or a gift card to your favorite cafe. Then seal it and write, “Open IF needed.” Become your own cheerleader!
“Affirmations are like supplements for the soul. You’re body doesn’t manufacture it, you have to bring it in!”
Live Aloha, Live in Love
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 27
When you surround yourself with
Positive words, people and images you can’t help but succeed. It’s almost as if you’re sabotaging yourself into success.
Making art is powerful
It’s a part of you that is visual for all to see or just you. No one has to see your creation, if you don’t want them to.
Art can be anything. A collage of words, a picture you took and printed. The goal is to allow the creative juices to flow from you.
Allow yourself the freedom of unbiased creativity.
You’re not allowed to judge or hinder the process. Have fun and comment below.
we combined fitness & creativity
current events
Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 26
How do you view your
* Personal Worth
* Relationships
* Finances
You can create an affirmation around each one or combine them.
The purpose
Of an affirmation is to have your words model what you desire. Research show that your mind doesn’t know the difference between reality or fantasy. All it knows is, “What you repeat through thoughts.”
What thoughts run through your mind?
You can program your mind through affirmations. It’s part of your holistic lifestyle and eventually a daily habit.
Comment your affirmations below.
You Are My Sunshine
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 25
Are you a good receiver?
In other words, do you show gratitude when someone wants to reciprocate your kindness?
When you can learn from anyone
It opens up doors of opportunity. I love learning from one of my kindergarten students, “Miss Ho’o do you want to color like me?”
Learning and teaching empowers both…
The giver and the receiver. This cycle of reciprocity ensures empathy and loyalty. We become connected through our experiences and that is the power of humanity. May we never forget that, we are all human.
Always Learning
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 24
Sharing something NEW creates community.
Every time you reach out or share a skill with others you’re creating community.
Even if it’s on social media.
Connections you make from sharing knowledge is extremely valuable.
Learning doesn’t have to happen in a classroom. And after covid19 we’ve all figured out that formal learning needs an overhaul. Because overnight every parent became homeschoolers. Teachers had to learn how to use the internet for teaching and grades weren’t as important.
It’s been an interesting 2020.
I like sharing
Let’s be Insta-Fam
Beautiful Mind Challenge 23
Sometimes we don’t realize
How talented we truly are because we’re too busy doing stuff.
For example, I’m extremely sensitive to chemicals and can’t use regular shampoos and lotions. So I started making my own at a very young age. My Mom got me a DIY book back in the 80’s and I’ve been mixing up my potions since then.
One day someone asked me,
“What do you use for your skin?” When I told her that I make my own beauty treatments she asked if I would teach her.
Think about something you do naturally, a gift or talent you can teach. Post it in the comment box.
DIY Organic Beauty
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 22
Learning
Is the gift that keeps on giving. I believe it’s anti-aging too!
I use to be a fitness coach at an elders center and noticed something. Members who liked to read, and try new things had a better outlook on life. However their counterparts was the exact opposite. They disliked learning new things and always complained about the condition of their bodies.
Perspective is everything.
I’m sure both groups of elders go through a lot of joint pain and issues but their focus is completely different.
Those who liked to learn often seemed happier. They also seemed to age well.
Scheduled Art Time
Insta-World
Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 21
Learning activates your brain in ways that benefit your entire being.
What’s even more significant is the “Why” behind the idea.
Have you ever noticed how circumstances become the catalyst of our learning experiences.
My grandmother passed away from cancer and I wanted to learn how to prevent it. The pain of loosing her became my "Why.”
So what would you like to learn and “Why?”
Actually name everything you’d like to learn.
Put it on post-its and cover a mirror. Each time you learn something, take it off.
DIY Project
My sister is super talented and comes up with amazing craft ideas, I’m always learning something new from her. So follow the prompt and name one thing you’d like to learn and post it in the comment box.
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 20
Action is important
It’s not enough to dream or want something, you have to move towards the thing you desire.
Planning a mini-adventure is good for the soul and psyche. The sheer excitement leading to the journey boost your dopamine levels. In fact research shows that…
Experiences and travel can lower the risk of depression.
To maintain that healthy and happy feeling pick a date and make it happen.
Maybe choose a few smaller day-trips that lead to the bigger one.
Day Trip
I enjoy being a tour guide to Ohana when they visit the PNW. We have so many interesting places to visit.
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 19
Who would you travel with?
Going on a trip with others takes a little more planning than usual. Every meal becomes a negotiation and sleeping habits can test a relationship. But sharing the experience with another person makes it memorable.
I enjoyed traveling BC (before children) however motherhood put a lot of pressure on a simple trip. I felt like I had to pack the entire kitchen. Now that they’re older I completely enjoy it! My trips would include my Kamali’i, children because I love sharing experiences with them.
Comment who your travel companions would be and why.
Paddling With My Kamali’i
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 18
Have you noticed
How we talk ourselves out of a good idea because we’re too busy thinking about everyone else?
Why not focus on the positive nature of going on an adventure. Don’t think about money, bills or needing a pet-sitter. Skip all the debilitating details and dream a little.
List the benefits
You would experience while on your adventure. Feelings, experiences and what would you eat or wear?
Level up
Add a little style to this idea and make a vision board. Design it with all the elements, colors and words to represent your amazing adventure.
pnwPolynesian
I’m an artist who teaches and appreciates other artist. Here’s a snippet of an event I took my children to where they met renown Polynesian artist who were visiting the Pacific Northwest. Art is Life
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Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 17
Have you ever
Watched Peter Pan and thought to yourself, “One day I’m going to go on an adventure!” Then you grew up, got stuck with bills and haven’t looked at a travel magazine in ages.
I’m not talking Ohana vacations. My question is all about you, “When was the last time you went on an adventure that YOU desired?”
Personal adventures, in my opinion, are essential to having meaningful experience as a human being. It’s simply planning to go somewhere you’ve never been and create a story along the way.
That story connects you to places and eventually becomes part of the tapestry called community.
“Personal adventures are essential to having meaningful experiences as a human being.”
What’s next?
I don’t have an answer. When I started this blog on March 6, 2017 I thought I had it all figured out. Fast forward to 2020 and I’m only touching the surface. Here’s why, I create all the time and honing in on my muse can be challenging but I figured out a few things on the way. Such as…
I’m not the only one dealing with work/life balance.
There’s a pattern in every situation.
The most successful people identify (the pattern) and keep it simple.
They also innovate and modify, making that pattern unique to their vision.
It becomes art as they orchestrate a symphony to play in harmony.
Your goals, relationships, side-hustle(s), job, business, parenting, health, etc. are all instruments in the music you make, aka LIFE. If you need some help, and it’s still 6/17/2020, I’m hosting a free Zoom vision board party called, “SIP & SOCIALIZE.” If you’re a Mermaid please check your inbox. If not join here and confirm your email.
Also this Saturday, 6/20/2020, is my WIB Mastermind group. It’s for artist, therapist, psychologist, receptionist, technologist, nutritionist, you get the jest. Anyone who gives to others and needs a safe haven to hone in on her skills, talents and gifts.
INSTA-OHANA
Beautiful Mind Challenge Day 16
A quick-fix to
Practically any situation is to move. You can walk, dance, workout, run or stretch. Movement is one of the quickest ways to gain new perspective and shift energy. Which is why I became a fitness coach in the first place, to shift energy.
Happily I get to
Move along with others and it’s one of my favorite things to do, with eating and teaching in my top three.
If you feel overwhelmed, heavy or unmotivated just move. You never wait to walk, you simply walk while you wait for good things to show up. I call it, “Meeting Opportunity on the daily.” Yes, I try to walk, dance or move with intention daily.
“You walk while you wait for good things to show up. It’s like meeting Opportunity on the daily.”
Do you have a daily wellness plan?
I hope so and if you don’t checkout the YouTube video I made below. I’d love to support you on this journey.
Walk Inn Beauty