by Christina | Dec 28, 2020 | Spirituality
Can you believe 2021 is almost here?!
In just a few days, we’ll be entering into New Year’s Resolution season – when people all over the world start making pacts with themselves to lose the weight, make more money, stop complaining, or finally book that dream trip.
But as most of us have probably experienced, many of these goals will have already fallen off-track by FEBRUARY – meaning these “resolutions” are probably not the most effective way of accomplishing our goals and getting what we really want.
Don’t get me wrong – goal setting is NOT inherently a bad thing…I love setting goals and intentions. But there is a far more powerful way to call in what you want without writing out an exhaustive list of goals that have no concrete action steps attached – and then feeling stressed or guilty when you realize you’re behind. Even if you’ve tried manifesting instead of chasing resolutions, you could be missing this KEY ingredient to successfully calling in what you want.
The “magic” method I’m referring to is brain rewiring.
Brain rewiring involves identifying your limiting beliefs and shifting your subconscious thoughts so that you start AUTOMATICALLY vibing higher and manifesting what you want – no crazy lists, schedules, or constant guilt required!
This technique is a total game-changer for attracting what you want into your life (trust me, I’m speaking from experience!) – and I’m here to break it down into actionable steps so you can do the work and ditch the need for resolutions ASAP. 🙂
1. Tune in to your thoughts.
Our minds are constantly racing with thousands of thoughts at any given moment. However, most of us let them come and go without ACTUALLY paying attention to them – and without analyzing their roots and significance. When we think certain thoughts over and over again, our neurons form networks, and they become hard-wired into our brains as thought patterns. These thought patterns influence how we perceive ourselves and the world, and in turn, they affect our ability to successfully manifest what we want.
Paying attention to the positive or negative nature of your thoughts is extremely important for identifying the subconscious beliefs you want to shift out of. When a thought enters your mind, pay attention to how it actually makes you feel. Does it make your heart race? Does it bring you joy? Does your stomach twist into knots? The next time a thought makes you feel a negative emotion, sit with it for a moment and try to identify what is actually triggering it. Did a rough conversation or an event with a loved one trigger a negative thought about yourself, directly or indirectly? If so, why does it trigger you?
Once you’ve spent some time acknowledging your thought and where it’s coming from, ask yourself whether the thought actually makes sense. Is it irrational? How could you play devil’s advocate?
2. Identify resistance.
It’s easy to catch ourselves in cyclical, irrational thought patterns that are actually limiting our growth. If you find yourself recycling the same old thoughts that are resistant to change or breakthroughs, you’re probably experiencing “blocks” – and these require some work to overcome!
Whether we’re feeling blocked in job growth, personal growth, or growth in our relationships, these blocks could be stemming from limiting beliefs. Limiting beliefs are beliefs we have about ourselves or the world around us that are often over-simplified, black-and-white, or unfairly based on one situation or experience – and they can limit our ability to grow or see things as they truly are. If you’ve ever thought, “I’m not smart enough,” “I could never make that kind of money,” or “I suck at relationships”, these are all limiting beliefs! We have to actually address these thoughts – and replace them – before any real positive change can happen.
3. Respond, don’t react.
Once you identify your blocks and the thought patterns that don’t serve you, you regain a LOT of power. Recognizing limiting beliefs and blocks for what they are gives you the freedom to view things differently and to respond differently in situations that you may have had a negative reaction to before.
When situations come up that trigger your negative thoughts or beliefs, take a deep breath and realize that you can decide how you react. You don’t have to continue staying stuck in these patterns – or immediately react to situations that may be difficult for you. Taking time to decide how to respond in a healthy, productive way is key to shifting into more positive, self-serving beliefs. How would you respond if you weren’t operating from the old programming that isn’t serving you anymore, but instead from new programming that supports your goals?
4. Create new patterns.
The last – and most IMPORTANT – step in brain rewiring is creating new thought patterns to replace the old, outdated ones. This can be one of the most difficult steps in the process, so making the most of practices like journaling or repeating affirmations can help to solidify your new thoughts and make them habits. The most important part of this step is staying consistent, and continuing to shift your thoughts throughout the day. Forming a new habit requires repetition, so continuing to repeat these new, positive thoughts to yourself throughout the day and through journaling or meditation is the most effective way to hardwire new beliefs into your brain – and replace the old ones for good. 🙂
Once you master your brain rewiring practice, just watch how quickly you can start MANIFESTING the things you want! It’s so much more freeing than constantly chasing a never-ending list of goals that require all of your mental energy and willpower. As your thoughts change for the better, so will your life. The universe will give you whatever you’re vibrating at the frequency of – so once you replace your outdated, negative thought patterns with ones that actually RAISE your vibration, good things will start to effortlessly flow your way – whether it’s better relationships, higher income, or healing your illness.
This practice is one of the most effective and powerful methods for shifting deep-rooted beliefs that have been ingrained in our minds for a long time – and it’s exactly why I’ve trained other coaches on how to use this technique with their clients to help them achieve maximum results!
I hope you take the time to follow these steps and set yourself up to successfully call in what you want in 2021! If you want to learn exactly how you can rewire your brain to amplify your manifestation practice, be sure to join my monthly membership HERE.
I can’t wait to see all of the amazing things you attract into your life in the coming year. 🙂
by Christina | Dec 20, 2020 | Wellness
The holidays are right around the corner – and if you’re like me, you probably still have a few gifts to grab for your girlfriends…
The good news? You can never go wrong with a fun beauty gift – which is why I always turn to Beautycounter for holiday presents!
Beautycounter products make some of the best stocking stuffer gifts because they’re small, ethically-made, nontoxic, and always the HIGHEST quality. I personally love knowing exactly what is in the products I’m giving my loved ones – especially if they’re putting it on their skin!
Here’s a breakdown of my top favorite Beautycounter products that double as the perfect stocking stuffers:
1. Counter+ Charcoal Facial Mask
This face mask is PERFECT for a girls’ night in. It’s made with nutrient-rich kaolin clay and detoxifying charcoal, and it only has to stay on for ten minutes to reap all of the amazing benefits!
2. Beyond Gloss Trio
This set includes three of my all-time favorite lip glosses that are essential for any beauty lover who is always on-the-go. I love keeping one of these in my purse at all times – and your friends will, too!
3. Velvet Eyeshadow Palette – Statement
These stunning, jewel-toned eyeshadows are the ultimate stocking stuffer for anyone who loves to play around with bold and exciting looks – and the shades are flattering for all skin tones. This palm-sized palette has been a lifesaver for me during long work or travel days so I can touch up my eye makeup without hauling around my entire makeup bag!
4. Body Butter in Citrus Mimosa
There’s nothing worse than dry, cracked winter hands! That’s why this delicious smelling body butter is the perfect substitute for your regularly-scheduled Sunday brunch with the girls. 😉 It never leaves my side during the winter months, and it keeps my skin moisturized for SO much longer than other lotions – even after washing my hands. It’s also great for sensitive skin! Grab this for any friend or family member, and I bet they’ll be thanking you!
5. Give ‘Em Lip Trio
Looking for a unique present for the lipstick-lover in your life? This trio is it! These shades are bold, colorful, creamy, and they’re the ultimate staple for holiday looks. The BEST part is, they’re also infused with natural peppermint – making them the perfect festive stocking stuffers!
I hope this helps with your last-minute holiday shopping rush! Be sure to order SOON so you can get your products on time. I can’t wait to see what you end up gifting. 🙂
by Christina | Dec 14, 2020 | Spirituality
Did you know that EVERYONE – yes, even you! – is intuitive? (If you don’t believe me, check out my podcast on the clairs!)
It might be hard to believe you have intuitive gifts if you feel like you’ve never experienced them, but this is because we often block ourselves from accessing our intuition – without meaning to. Ever notice how little kids are so wise and are always hanging out with their group of “imaginary” friends? Or how they have AMAZING imaginations in general? The truth is, we are BORN with intuitive and psychic abilities, but society usually trains us out of being able to connect with them, especially as we get older. (And, our pineal glands get calcified….read below!)
If accessing your intuitive gifts is something you’ve been wanting to do, stay with me – I promise you can! I’m here to break down the most common intuitive blocks that could be keeping you from opening up.
1. You’re always asking everyone else for advice.
Don’t get me wrong – getting objective advice from someone you trust can be so helpful (believe me, I’m a business coach!). But constantly relying on other people to guide and direct your decisions – without ever tuning into your own inner voice – can be detrimental to accessing your own intuition. If you’re not giving yourself a chance to answer your own questions, you’ll never learn how to! Instead of immediately texting your best friend or calling your mom, take a second to tune into how your situation makes you FEEL, and visualize each possible outcome clearly. Sitting with these feelings can give you so much more clarity than you could ever imagine.
2. You’re comparing your gifts to someone else’s instead of appreciating them for what they already are – and are becoming.
No matter what you’re working on – whether it’s growing your business or ascending spiritually – there’s ALWAYS going to be someone who feels further ahead in their journey than you. And that’s not a bad thing! Looking to people who already have experience in these areas can be helpful in inspiring your own journey. The issue arises when you start wishing you have what they have, instead of what you have and what is coming to you. This can be one of the BIGGEST intuitive blocks! Instead, focus on what you do have and the progress you’re making. Remember: your journey will never look the same as anyone else’s – and it shouldn’t! Gratitude is one of the most powerful ways to raise your vibration, which helps you tap in!
3. You have a calcified pineal gland.
This intuitive block is a physical one- meaning you need to make physical changes if you want to overcome it. If you drink too much unfiltered water, this could be calcifying your pineal gland! The pineal gland is central to intuition – so if it has layers of calcification around it, you might be having a much harder time accessing your intuition. Make sure you’re drinking high-quality water and AVOID FLUORIDE – this is one of the main culprits behind calcification! I talk more about how to make sure you’re drinking the best quality water in my podcast episode on Nutrition to Enhance Intuition.
4. You’re afraid of what you could see.
If you’re afraid of completely opening up your intuition, this could be blocking you from being able to do it! Fear is a low-vibration emotion, which is the opposite of what you want if you’re trying to unblock your intuitive gifts. Instead, work on making gratitude and unconditional love a daily practice. This will help you raise your vibration and tune into your higher self. If fear is still holding you back, I recommend working with a healer or psychic who specializes in inner child healing. This can help you address any deep-rooted fears and trauma, so you can open up more confidently. And remember, you always get to draw boundaries with what you tune into. You are in control!
5. You have past life experiences that are blocking your subconscious from seeing what you need to see.
If you’ve tried everything else and you still feel like you just can’t access what you need to access, your past lives could be affecting you! We sometimes carry over trauma or subconscious beliefs from other lives – which can be quite common for healers. Like I mentioned with the last block, seeing a healer, psychic, or Akashic Records reader who specializes in past life work can help you move through any lingering issues, so you can heal your subconscious blocks and open up more freely.
I hope this helps you overcome any blocks in the way of opening up your AMAZING gifts! If this is exactly the kind of guidance you need on your spiritual journey, there’s more where that came from! Check out my UPLEVEL Monthly Membership. This incredible community of like-minded women is the perfect place for you to learn ALL about how you can raise your vibration, enhance your intuition, and become a PRO at effortless manifestation. I can’t wait to see you there!
