Inspirational Posts

Calm Quotes: 7 Calm Quotes to Lift Your Spirits – even in a crisis

January 9, 2021 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

Let’s face it.

No matter how positive a picture we spin on things, right about now, life isn’t a bed of roses for most people.

We need all the support and good cheer going to keep a bright outlook on life.

Our window of tolerance is stretched to the max as we navigate unfamiliar terrain, often with the same ole skills we had pre-COVID-19!

If you’re feeling all the feels and urgently in need of a boost of courage to keep going, [Read more…] about Calm Quotes: 7 Calm Quotes to Lift Your Spirits – even in a crisis

Imagine, what is a leader?

November 15, 2020 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

With all the uproar and upheaval in our world, I have been pondering this:

“What is a leader?”

How does one become a leader?

What do you have to be, do or have to be seen as a leader?

Dr Mehmet Yildiz provides a comprehensive article on what a leader isn’t and Terry Mansfield describes the qualities and character of “good leadership.”

And all of this is well and good.

I love and respect academic theories and intellectual debates.

Still, how does any of this relate to the everyday person?

70 Daily Affirmations For Wealth And Prosperity (even in uncertain times)

April 26, 2020 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

Today’s post, 70 Daily Affirmations for Wealth and Prosperity, gives you space to reflect and review your thoughts about wealth and prosperity.

Given the current global impact of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 and the ripple effect on all areas of our life, the importance of overcoming structural inequalities and drawing on our spiritual practices to maintain our focus, is essential to our recovery.

Several years ago, my yogic journey led me to new waters, and I took part in Rachel Elnaugh 28-Day Business Alchemy Course and I loved it; especially the energy practices which remind me of [Read more…] about 70 Daily Affirmations For Wealth And Prosperity (even in uncertain times)

Stressed? 7 Easy Habits For Inner Peace & More Happiness

June 4, 2019 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

No matter how bright and cheerful you usually are, have you ever had days when you feel worried, anxious and wound up?

In today’s Positive Morning Thoughts #2 post we look at 7 easy habits you can use for less stress and more happiness – to remind yourself you are beautiful, you are skilful and you can – and will, turn your life around – no matter how worried, anxious and wound-up you feel.

Positive Morning Thoughts is a collection of blogs to inspire, encourage and support you to build, strengthen and nurture your daily meditation practice.

Seven Easy Habits for Inner Peace and More Happiness – even when you feel low and fed-up.

Easy Habits #1. Be Gentle and Embrace Life

Do you ever have days when you feel stuck, lost and lonely?

Maybe you are going through a divorce, a separation or recently lost your job.

Life changing events can leave you depressed and unsure of your next move.

When life looks less than desirable, it isn’t easy be gentle with yourself; strive to accept and embrace the good, the bad and ugly parts of life.

Know that nothing lasts forever and even in your sorrow there is magic and laughter to be found.

inspirational meditation quotes — Easy habits for more happiness

Easy Habits #2. Be Nice

As parents how many times have you told your child to be “nice to the other children in the playground” or “be nice to your teacher”? [Read more…] about Stressed? 7 Easy Habits For Inner Peace & More Happiness

Positive Morning Thoughts #1 – Love is all there is

May 26, 2019 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

Welcome dear friend, to the first Positive Morning Thoughts!

Positive Morning Thoughts is a new idea I’m trying.

It’s not a “formal blog post” – more a collection of my thoughts, musings and insights of lessons I’ve learnt over the years, wrapped up in yoga and meditation philosophy.

The thoughts are offered to inspire, encourage and support you to build, strengthen and nurture your daily meditation practice.

So, here’s the first Positive Morning Thoughts – Love is all there is.

When my brother, John passed away silently in the early hours of the day (July 1997) I didn’t want people telling me “God knows best.”

I didn’t want to be “grateful for the love he gave” or be “glad he died without pain ” (how do you know – you weren’t there!)

I was angry. [Read more…] about Positive Morning Thoughts #1 – Love is all there is

A Poem to Celebrate Women – International Women’s Day (Updated 2019)

March 7, 2019 By Ntathu Allen 5 Comments

Hello and welcome beloved reader- I’m glad you are here, to celebrate women and wish you a happy International Women’s Day.

Today’s post is a poem – The Line, which I wrote a while back, is dedicated to all the women in my life, who took a stand in the face of extreme racism and sexism to ensure their children had the opportunity to live a “better life.”

Tomorrow is International Women’s Day-A day for us to celebrate women and the goodness and achievements of women –from all backgrounds, cultures and faiths.

My Fondest Memory Of The Women in My Life – My Aunts

Strange as it seems, one of my fondest family memories is walking with my mother, her sisters and other female elders and friends on the way to arrange the Wake for my brother’s funeral.

It broke my heart to see my mother grief-stricken and beaten, yet the way my aunts and mum’s friends flew in from all corners of the globe, rallied around us and brought everything together, [Read more…] about A Poem to Celebrate Women – International Women’s Day (Updated 2019)

Morning Prayer For Courage in 2018

January 9, 2018 By Ntathu Allen Leave a Comment

Well, gentle friends, here we are. 2018.

And here is a Morning Prayer you can use as part of your daily morning routine for self-care.

First, how is the year going for you?

Have set your intentions, goals, dreams, and aspirations to have your Best Year Ever?

If so, congratulations.

Having a vision, a sense of direction in where you are heading, helps you stay motivated, positive and focused.

If you don’t set New Year Resolutions, that’s also cool.

The main thing in life is to live your truth and find ways which help you grow and be your best. [Read more…] about Morning Prayer For Courage in 2018