Whenever you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by emotions with an over-active mind, slow down and breathe deeply. Let go of past memories and stories that keep you locked in pain. Open yourself to the bigger picture. Often there are multiple layers of challenges, including money, time, energy and even an inner critic.

As you rest in a calm state, observe what arises within. Ask yourself essential questions to clear away confusion and regain clarity. Some questions you might ask yourself are: What is present? What makes me nervous? What am I afraid of? Do I have too many expectations? What do I need to do to support balanced wellness for self? Commit to doing one thing to address one part of the problem or make a list of sequential things you can do and chart them on a calendar. Take action when the time is right. This will surely bring you one step closer to real freedom!