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Reminders

A repository of lists for
growth & transformation

Fears & Blocks

Bringing transformative light to our shadow side

Fears, blocks and challenging situations hold something very important in
them. They are the keys to our growth. They challenge us to find our edges
and move beyond them.

Use this list to write them down.When you find time, take a deeper dive
into each one of your patterns by using our fears & blocks process in the
discoveries section.

Brainstorm all of the barriers that are keeping you
from enjoying a richer life.

Fears Negative Habits Indulgences Challenging Situations
Emotional blocks Addictions Destructive Patterns

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Gratitude

Gratitude is a feeling of well being and peace that can also be developed
through practice. When practiced over time, this feeling becomes stronger
making our lives more fulfilling.

In the beginning as you practice, you may not feel gratitude, however over
time when practiced genuinely and with interest, the feeling of gratitude
takes hold in the mind.

Make a list of moments where you felt gratitude in the space provided below.
Use this list as a reference when practicing gratitude. Remember you can
always add new moments to this list.

How to Practice Tips

Give yourself about 3 min for this practice Remember the story around the moment or
every time you do it. thing. Make it warm and inviting instead of
an abstract concept.
Think of a specific moment/friend/teacher/
life event in your life where you felt love, Focus on just one thing instead of a list
compassion or gratitude.
To help generate the feeling perhaps try to
Remember it, visualize it, feel it. feel how you would feel without that in
your life.
Invite the feeling of gratitude now.
Take time. As you start to feel the feeling, If you are having trouble remembering a
open yourself to this feeling and stay in that moment, skip and do it another time.
feeling for at least a minute.

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Idea Bank

Ideas pop in our thoughts at odd times as aha type moments. Most are simply
fun thoughts, but every now and then, we feel an idea is great. Jotting it down
and reflecting on it later is of tremendous value.

This sheet will help you capture your ideas in a simple list. Every now and
then or in your quarterly review, you can take time to reflect on this list and
see if there are any ideas worth pursuing.

Simply cross ideas that don’t make the cut! Evaluate others. You can ask
questions such as, am I passionate about this idea, if so why? Do I have time
for this idea. If so, what is a small step toward it?

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Prayers &
Affirmations

Words hold power. Inspiring quotes and prayers can uplift the heart and
help us through those hard and dark times. This list is to hold your favorite
prayers, quotes and affirmations. Daily select a few or review them all! Little
by little these reminders of our highest self will begin to seep into our being.

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Inspiration

A list of Books, Articles, Podcasts, Videos that I would like to
experience and enjoy.

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Interests
Around Town

Write all the things you’ve wanted to do in town such as
restaurants, walk in parks, the zoo, a fun class and more.

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Travel

Build lasting memories and cherished experiences.

It helps us see how the rest of the world lives. It helps us explore cultures,
rituals, traditions and see the ever amazing world we live in. It also helps
create new friends and fond memories.
You don’t have to break the bank, either. Couch surfing, camping, woofing,
volunteering are great, inexpensive travel options. You can also be a tourist
in your own city or region. List your travel itches here and you might be
surprised as to what may come of them.

Where to?

Notes for Costs, Length, Getting there, Things to do, etc.

Where to?

Notes for Costs, Length, Getting there, Things to do, etc.

Where to?

Notes for Costs, Length, Getting there, Things to do, etc.

Where to? PLANNER

Notes for Costs, Length, Getting there, Things to do, etc. JOURNAL

Where to? REMINDERS DISCOVERIES

Notes for Costs, Length, Getting there, Things to do, etc. HELP

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Notes for Costs, Length, Getting there, Things to do, etc.

Where to?

Notes for Costs, Length, Getting there, Things to do, etc.

Tip: when you are ready, the Personal Budget section in
Discoveries will help you make a savings plan so that you
can travel anywhere you want!

(Make your own template here)

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Discoveries

Deep dives into areas
of a fulfilling life

TIME NEEDED: 45 MINUTES

My Life’s
Intentions

Setting intentions and creating conscious goals is a very powerful practice.
When we take the time to consciously reflect on our lives. We start to pay
attention to what is important to us. this creates space in our mind for new
possibilities. The very willingness to go through the process itself is insightful
and revealing. It shows us what our hearts truly desire.
As you go through this process, remember not to hold your intentions and
goals too tightly. Rather, let them be beacons of light that shine your way and
show you that in this vast multitude of choices you are purposefully choosing
a direction.

Reflect on the last 12 months.

What are some things I intended, that happened:

And surprises that you didn’t intend that happened:

What are some things that I wish would have happened or that I planned and
then did not happen:

What would my ideal day look like? PLANNER

Take time to imagine what your ideal routine day would look like? What would JOURNAL
you do when you wake up? Where would you wake up? How would you spend
your morning, afternoon and evening? Who would you surround yourself with? REMINDERS DISCOVERIES
Visualizing our Ideal day can at times be daunting. In this case, simply write
whatever is coming up for you. Have fun with this exercise! HELP

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living my life?

Brainstorming

Identify & Investigate your​life’s desires and purpose​s. Review and reference section 1
for this exercise and use the questions below to guide you.

* What do I truly want in life? * How do I fundamentally want to feel in life?
* What does living a fulfilling life mean to me? * What is my sense of purpose in life?

List any fears, blocks or hindrances that may prevent you from actualizing your life
intentions. Having a sense of the things that may block us is an important part of
honoring this process. Once you have listed these here, you can also include them in the fears
and blocks list in the reminders section.

My life intentions Duplicate these intentions on the My PLANNER
Life Intentions page in the beginning of
the book. This is an important step to
help you stay connected to your goals.

JOURNAL

REMINDERS DISCOVERIES

HELP

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TIME NEEDED: 30 MINUTES

Identifying My
12-Month Goals

Taking time to identify things you have always wanted to do and bringing
focus and priority to them creates a feeling of empowerment. Clarity and
focus. Take time to develop your 12 month goals using this template and
have fun while doing this.

Brainstorm things you want to accomplish

Consider this a fun exercise of all the things you want to accomplish. It can
also include things such as having more time to yourself; go skiing, camping
or write a book; or get over a fear… Simply write out your heart’s desires.

Using the following categories, brainstorm a list of things PLANNER
you want to accomplish.

The last question may have been enough to know what you want to do in the next JOURNAL
12 months. This question is designed to further assist you with the same inquiry in
a different way. Take a moment to go over these suggested categories to see if new
things come up.

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Exercise/ Self-care * Finances * Personal Commitments
* Family & Friends * Travel
* Spiritual Practice

HELP

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12-month goals

Write down and/or categorize
a clear list here.

PLANNER

Duplicate these goals to the JOURNAL
12-month Goals page in the
beginning of the book. This is
an important step to help you
stay connected to your goals.

REMINDERS DISCOVERIES

HELP

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Supportive Weekly
Routine

A practical way to keep you on target

You may have some idea about what you want to accomplish in life.
You may even have listed your intentions and goals. However, following
through in the day to day can be challenging. This entire journal helps you
do that. This specific section helps you create your own weekly routine.

Design your weekly routine

In the template for the week provided below, add time blocks or days when
you will be working on certain things. Think of this as a way to consciously
design time in your week to allow for things you want. Let the items below
serve as a guide as you develop your own routine.

* Special Project days/evenings * Cooking Days
* Classes, workout times, daily practices * Groceries & laundry days
* Family, friends & relationship time * Leisure time, nature time, open time
* Weekly reflection time * Try something new day

Note: Think of this exercise as a way to define structure but use it in a way that balances flow
and structure. Try not to pack too much into your week, keep it relatively open. Pay more
attention to things you tend to miss. E.g., It could be time with friends. Or working on a
special project. Maybe set a day or afternoon aside for such activities.

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EVENING

LUNCH

MORNING

SUN. SAT. FRI. THU. WED. TUE. MON.

TIME NEEDED: 45 MINUTES

Conquering
Fears & Blocks

Deep dive into my fears, blocks & negative patterns.

Fears, blocks and challenging situations hold something very important in
them. They are the keys to our growth. They challenge us to find our edges
and move beyond them. In this section we will first identify some of our
fears, blocks etc and then take a deeper look at a few. On the flip side, if we
fail to honor them, they have a tendency of ruling our lives. Some patterns
can harmonize quickly while others can be a lifetime of work, therefore
being patient is a wise approach.

Step 1: Identifying our major mental blocks that are PLANNER
keeping you from enjoying a richer life.
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Use the section below to identify some of your major challenges, indulgences,
emotional blocks etc or copy items from the fears and blocks list in the reminders
section. Use the bullets below for guidance in identifying your patterns.

* Fears * Addictions * Challenging Situations
* Emotional blocks * Indulgences
* Negative Habits * Destructive Patterns REMINDERS DISCOVERIES

HELP

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questions to get a deeper insight into them.

Use the following pages to tackle patterns one at a time. Quick tip: try
starting small with only a couple patterns. This is hard work and difficult
to take on all at once!

Name of Pattern/Fear

What specific actions/behaviours define this pattern?

How specifically is this habit not serving (harming) you?

Most patterns disconnect us from the present moment.
Can you identify how this pattern maybe disconnecting you?

Many patterns tend to cover an underlying, unaddressed fear.
Can you identify that fear?

All patterns, even negative ones, have a benefit they provide.
See if you can identify this benefit.

How will you know when this pattern has been harmonized (be specific)?

How are you​proposing to work with this pattern​and harmonize it? Below are PLANNER
some ideas that may provide insight.

* Take action that will help create a healthy * Practice Acceptance//Mindfulness JOURNAL
pattern in this situation. * Join a relevant support group
* Read/learn more about this topic
* Practice specific Affirmations * Attend a workshop/training
* Perform specific Prayers * Work/Volunteer with people who s
* Practice specific meditation
* Seeking professional help truggle with the same challenge

REMINDERS DISCOVERIES

HELP

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As we don’t engage in old non serving behaviours, we find ourselves having extra
time, mental space and energy on our hands. It’s important to think through
various ways of using this time in a better or more serving way

Name of Pattern/Fear

What specific actions/behaviours define this pattern?

How specifically is this habit not serving (harming) you?

Most patterns disconnect us from the present moment.
Can you identify how this pattern maybe disconnecting you?

Many patterns tend to cover an underlying, unaddressed fear.
Can you identify that fear?

All patterns, even negative ones, have a benefit they provide.
See if you can identify this benefit.

How will you know when this pattern has been harmonized (be specific)?