subconscious curating

The Benefits of "Subconscious Curating."

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The curious world of the subconscious mind…

Our subconscious is always working and alert. It's drawing in from our environment and making snippets of memory that we might use.

It influences so much of our daily lives yet it is rarely considered. [Why is that?]

We focus on intellect, memory and physical abilities but what about our unconscious thoughts that brings out our emotion and feelings?

What about the health and wellbeing of our… SUBCONSCIOUS?

What if you designed a space that would motivate you to get healthy, finish what you started, grab that promotion or live your best life? It's possible. You can mold some of your living space to reflect your goals. Let's begin.

It’s time to allow our surroundings to support our goals & values. Start simple. small & immediately.
— Ho'omalamalama

Step 1Pick a corner, table top, dresser, credenza or shelf in a prominent area. A place you see often or pass by regularly. Then clear, dust and polish it. Maybe burn some incense to freshen up the atmosphere. (It's healthier than a can of aerosol polluting the habitat.)

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Step 2Now sit back, maybe play some inspirational music, and be still. Close your eyes, listen to your breath for three cycles of inhale and exhale. After you feel your shoulders relax hold that posture for three more slow breath cycles. Then open your eyes and write down your first thoughts. Next cross out anything negative or work related. (This might take more time but you can adjust to your needs.) What are you left with?

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Step 3Look back at that pile of stuff you just removed. Do any of those items fit your thoughts from Step 2? Repurpose, remove or donate what doesn't serve your higher purpose. Commit to keeping this particular spot clutter-free and dust-free.

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Step 4Your new space might not have all the elements you want. No worries. Find magazine images then cut and glue them onto an inexpensive canvas, watercolor paper or foam board. Collage the colors that inspire you along with a few design elements. Maybe a bamboo plant, figurine or a framed picture of a Tahitian shoreline.

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Step 5Place the items you have on the new space. Remember the old saying, "less is more" well that statement will help you maintain good proportion. Gather things in groups of three and leave some table top showing.

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BENEFITS

(Which are purely individual and unconsciously felt.)

  1. Your eyes have something pleasant to dwell on while contemplating your daily activities.

  2. Promoting peace and a clean space can help you duplicate that effect into other areas of your life.

  3. You don't have to physically be active in this space to benefit from its sense of orderliness.

  4. It will give you something to look forward to which can boost joy and excitement.

  5. The ability to become the master of one area might help you become the master in others. After all, mastering personal space comes before positive change.

 

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My testimony ~ I use to work my butt off exercising trying to eat healthy and raise children but my personal space was a disaster.

I couldn't maintain my workout schedule and quit. After a bunch of fails I happened to watch an old rerun called Trading Places. Basically it was the idea that changing someone's atmosphere could change their (self) perspective.

Let’s just say that curating a space of peace & goals helped me to step out of the shadows.

I started with the mantle by my fire place and got a BIG canvas with the words, "Live your dreams & be your best self." That space is dust-free and always organized. Eventually I added pieces that have positive connotations and branched into other areas of my home, teaching my Ohana (family) along the way.

🌴 PEACE Be the Journey

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PS: This original blog post was written in 2016 on a site I created called MANA WAHINE FITNESS. It’s a lifestyle that I have maintained since then and have shared it’s benefits. You can read the original post here.

 
 

The Three R's of Spring!

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SPRING is the perfect time to take a hint from Mother Nature. Follow the three "R's" to avoid burnout and shake off the shadows of a cold winter...

REJUVENATE

REFRESH

REVIVE

I'm sharing this because we become so busy, that we often forget to transition along with Nature.

Moments of regeneration are important, and if you follow these simple steps it will help you start the season off vibrantly.

Ready?

Every so often you owe it to yourself to REJUVENATE & REFRESH your perspective. A lesson from Mother Nature.
— Ho'omalamalama

As I take you through the 5 Tips remember that they're action steps. Be prepared to get up and do something after reading these. One more thing, you might notice that each step relates the Three "R's" to a physical space. The reason is that you can not obtain the value of rejuvenation, refresh or revival if your environment is cluttered. Part of holistic living is realizing that everything is connected.

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Birds start chirping, tulips pop-up and Nature is excited to shake off their winter blues. No more hibernation, it's time to enjoy the warmth. 

RECIEVE the joy and feeling of the earths rotation as it warms up the soil and plants voluntarily sprout new petals.

SET ASIDE one day to prepare your home or a small space to reflect this transition.  

 
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My favorite thing to do, because there are so many benefits, is get rid of clutter or organize something. You can start with a closet and pack away heavy sweaters, scarves and winter gear. 

IMAGINE clutter as both spiritual and physical weight, blocking the windows of possibilities. I wrote another blogpost about declutter called Subconscious Curating. Read more about it here.

 
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Bring some LIFE into your space, office, kitchen, bathroom, dining room table... you got the idea. 

FRESH plants offer an organic way of aesthetically pleasing your eyes and environment at the same time. Greenery & lights can turn any stale space into a place of revival.

With so many options and variations, visit a Pinterest board I created called Beautiful Soul. Think about objects or accessories that are "soul beautiful.'

 

 
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Once you've created a place to rejuvenate, refresh and revive, make sure you maintain it. This is so important.

AVOID BURNOUT by visiting this space often, maybe sip your favorite tea. Having this space won't prevent problems but it will offer you a safe haven.

INCLUDE art therapy, writing or reading, basically anything that inspires you can be included. The idea is to rejuvenate your MIND, BODY & SOUL.

 
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The work is done! 

How does it feel to freshen things up in this space?

Do you feel energy, new ideas or totally relaxed?

Share your progress, I created the hashtag #SubconsciousCurating for moments like this.

Keep in mind that you can practice the Three "R's" in any area of your life. Need to revive your fitness routine? Need a [re]fresh approach to meal prep and healthy eating? Need to rejuvenate a relationship? Ahh... spring is an amazing time for positive change.

 
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WALK IN BEAUTY

FIT FOODIE

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  • Quinoa steamed in my rice cooker, basically 1 cup Quinoa to 2 cups water. 
  • I usually prep 2 cups of Quinoa for the week.
  • Greens are a kale, brussels sprout & broccoli mix, mines come from Costco. [Time saver.]
  • Dressing was super simple, avocado oil with Yakima smoked salt & crushed black pepper.