Living Live as Your Highest Self

Have you ever thought about how your life would look if you were your highest self? In other words, have you ever thought about how you'd be living if you were the truest, most connected, and most abundant version of yourself?

Take a moment to imagine your highest self. Would she...

Be confident and empowered AF?

Run a thriving business?

Be healthy, strong, and fit?

Live a jet-set lifestyle?

Just simply love herself 10% more? 

It's okay to get excited by your responses. Seriously--I'm giving you full permission to let your imagination run WILD. 

But what happens if you are able to imagine yourself living at your highest, but you feel discouraged by how far away you are from that vision?

If this is where you're at, I HEAR you. But here's the truth: you already have all the resources you need to call in the highest expression of your life--even if you can't see them just yet.

It's all about trusting that when you're ready & open to receiving, the resources will reveal themselves.

And guess what...I'm about to gift you one more resource!! Say what?!

I created a 'Highest Self' guided meditation that will help you connect to your most ideal self so you can start to call in your most abundant possible life (we're talking money, clients, impact, travel, health, and more!)

At some point early in my entrepreneurial journey, I came across a meditation just like the one I created for you. It helped me to overcome the fears I had about starting a business, get clear on what my most ideal life looked like, and give myself permission to receive abundance (that I now know is my birthright).

My intention is that you will also experience these shifts from my meditation, so you can (finally!) start that biz, launch that blog, claim the jet-set lifestyle...whatever you know your highest self is doing!

Want to get your hands on it? Click below to download for free! 

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Spiritual Tips for Your Biz

Hey gorgeous!!

Happy Thursday babe! Hope you're having an amaaaazing week. Because spirituality is a huge part of the work I do in my business, I want to share with you some of my fave spiritual practices at the momement that you can use to take your life & biz to the next level.

Let's jump right in!

Practice #1--Chakra Meditations

Turn your meditation practice up a notch l by incorporating chakra balancing & opening. You can keep it really simple, just spend a few moments on each chakra, breathing into each chakra zone and focusing on opening and releasing tension. You'll feel sooo alive when you're done!

Why it helps your biz...Because most of us have an imbalance (i.e. some chakras are overactive and others are overactive), incorporating chakra balancing practices help get your energy in check. When you have balanced energy, you are equally taking action & spending time to relax and receive, you will be able to create mega results over the long run--without burning out!

Practice #2--Intuitive Movement & Dance

As a Vinyasa yoga teacher and former dancer, there is nothing I love more than to move my body. As I've gotten older, my favorite way to do this is to "flow"--in other words, play music, come to my yoga mat, and see what happens.

I use intuitive movement whenever I have some major energy that needs to be released. Especially after a long day, I don't want to have to follow rules or perfect alignment; I just want to move. So freeing!

Why it helps your biz...This practice is incredible for unleashing your creativity. By letting your guard down and tapping into your body, you allow your most creative energy to flow without any judgement or fear. Use this to help you get your next best business idea!

Practice #3--Money Mindset Work

Working on your money mindset is all about clearing the negative beliefs and stories you have about money. These often include ideas about there being a lack of money available, about money making people greedy or selfish, and about money requiring hard work or large sacrifices to earn.

While these often come from childhood or past life experiences, it's likely they are still holding you back and blocking you today! Mindset work is all about replacing these old stories and beliefs with new, empowering ones.

Spend a few minutes journaling about money...What stories do you have about it? Do you think having more money would make you a worse person? Do you feel like you'll never have enough? If you were dating money, would you say you were in an abusive relationship?

Then, see if you can start to see that these stories may not be as true as you once thought they were. Can you forgive yourself for holding on to these outdated beliefs for so long and lovingly write new stories?

Why it helps your biz...By having a positive relationship with money, you open yourself up to receive & naturally attract all the abundance--that means more clients, more product sales, more time in your schedule, etc. Who doesn't want all that...right?!

It's been craaaazy to see how simple spiritual practices can create major shifts in life & business. By incorporating these practices into your life, you can literally become more successful by working less.

Hope these tips were helpful!

Love you gf!

Xo Kristen

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How to Prioritize YOU this Fall

Hey gorgeous!

It is soo strange to think that we are already entering a new season. Likeee seriously, how is it already September?!

I know it sounds cliche, but whenever there is a new season, I always feel the sense of it being a "fresh start." I love feeling re-energized and ready to start new projects!

I want to share with you something I believe is really important: how you can ensure you prioritize yourself as we move into a new season.

Here are my best tips!

1. Be real (AF!)

No more hiding this season. How can you challenge yourself to be the most authentic version of yourself? What would your life look like if you were even 10% more real? Although it might be scary, journal about what this could do for your life & business. This also goes for those big goals you've been avoiding! How can your honor who you really are and what you really want this fall?

2. Set those boundaries

This is such a big one for life in general, but is especially important for entrepreneurs! A big part of maintaining healthy boundaries is consistency...how can you come up with a consistent schedule for each week, so you don't feel like you're working 24/7 (this business was supposed give you freedom, right?!) How much time will you allocate to interacting with friends and family each week? Even think about your emotional energy...Who are you willing to give your emotional energy to and how often? 

3. Learn when to say no & when to say yes  

I encourage all my clients to learn how to make decisions from love; in other words, be honest with themselves about which decisions will really serve them. This means if something doesn't feel good, you give yourself permission to say "no," without feeling guilt or shame around it. On the other hand, if you know something would be expansive for you, you hold yourself accountable to say "yes," even if it feels scary or you don't feel worthy of it. Saying yes is just as important to prioritizing yourself!

So with these tips in mind, let's make fall the most intentional, expansive season of 2018, shall we?

Who's ready?! 

Wishing you an amazing week gf!

Xo Kristen

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My Top Mindset Hacks for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 🙌

Hey gorgeous!

While mercury retrogrades can be crazy intense/confusing when it comes to communication and technology, they always seem put me in a reflective place. I could say a million negative things about mercury retrogrades, but I must admit that I love having the space and inspiration to reflect on my life a few times a year. 

The most recent retrograde (which just ended Sunday!) brought up a lot of thoughts about my mindset...Boy I have come such a long way when it comes to mindset! Even just 1 year ago, my mindset was eff'd up.

These are just some of the thoughts I used to have on a daily basis...

"I'm not ready for...."
"That will never happen for me"
"People will judge me!"
"I have to work HARD & feel STRESSED to be successful"
"I can't spend my money because I'm too scared I'll never get it back"
"The Universe hates me"
"It's too late for me & it will never be the right time"

It is SO frustrating to be in a place where there are things you want/desires your heart craves, but your mind is able to talk you out. I cannot even tell you how happy I am that I was able to work through some of my limiting beliefs and toxic mindset patterns. 

Here are my BEST mindset hacks for aspiring entrepreneurs:
 

Growth Mindset If you are someone who's always saying "I'm not ready yet" or "it's just not the right time," the best thing you can do is to simply start before you are ready and trust that you have the potential to evolve & perfect over time. Otherwise, you'll always just be waiting!
 

Take a Daily Action If you find yourself procrastinating on your goals/dreams due to your fears & limiting beliefs, try committing to taking one action every day that will move you closer to your big goals. Don't go easy on yourself here, you only have to commit to one action per day...no excuses! 

Trust in Your Desires We don't want things just to want them. Our desires are powerful--in fact, they are meant to ultimately lead us to our life purpose (s). If you want to start a business, don't question if it's right for you or not. If you desire it, you are meant to have it! This also means that you don't have to worry about failure or judgement when it comes to your dreams, because your desires are part of a divine path--You will be supported and protected through them!

Vocabulary Detox Have you ever heard the saying, "where your attention goes, energy flows?" The same is true regarding your language. What self-sabotaging/low-vibration language are you using? Examples include never, can't, not enough, I should be..., I won't be..., etc. Essentially, take out the words and phrases that tell you your negative circumstances are permanent/out of your control. 

If you can start to up-level your mindset, your whole world can change. Trust me...

Sending love beauty!

Xo Kristen

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Why You Need a #GirlGang ASAP 👭

In June I made one of the SCARIEST decisions of my life...#realtalk. I made the biggest investment in myself I have ever made by joining a mastermind group. Yes--we're talking multiple thousands of dollars and a commitment to a 6-month program.

What is a mastermind? Essentially, it's a group of like-minded women coming together to work towards major business goals, share breakthroughs, find support, connect with themselves and with each other, and make BANK.

Sounds epic, right?

Since joining this #GirlGang, I've seriously had some of the biggest breakthroughs in my life and business (and we're only in month 2 of 6!)

Here are just some of the things I and the women in this group have been able to accomplish these last two months:  

✨Sell-out courses
✨Have 1K-10K months
✨Launch group programs
✨Work with soul-sister clients
✨Connect deeply with each other
✨Up-level our spirituality and self-care
✨Create meaningful content for our audiences
✨Prep for our mastermind retreat in LA this October (eek!!)

I wholeheartedly believe many of these results would not have been possible without the support of this high vibe group. Between the accountability and direction, and the support and connection we all have received from this mastermind, we have been able to see mega results from our efforts. 

Listen, don't just take it from me...The Buddha once said that 100% of life's journey is surrounding ourselves with like-minded people. I believe in this SO much--especially after seeing my results from this summer. 

If you are reading this email right now, you need to find your people! With an aligned group, the same amount of effort can tenfold your results. Seriously, who wouldn't want that?!

The time is now, Isabel!

What #GirlGang are you joining?! 

Xo Kristen

P.S. For the babe who isn't even sure where to look to find her people: Come join my girl gang on Facebook! Join Goddess Brand Collective (Fret not, it's totally free and sans spam!)

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Why I Don't Believe in "Positive Thinking"

Have you ever heard the saying, "what you can't feel, you cant heal?"

As a yoga teacher, I have studied the Tantrikas in great depth (before you freak out, the Tantrikas are about so much more than sex...trust me!), and have come to realize that this saying is really just an extension of basic Tantric beliefs. At the core of tantra, it is said that sensuality is the doorway to liberation. Sensuality meaning, 'to experience sensation or feeling--whether positive or negative.'

Ok, I'm about to get bold here. Learning about the Tantrikas has led me to ditch "positive thinking" almost altogether....

When I first heard about positive thinking several years ago, I thought it was such a cool concept and was eager to start using it. At the time, it seemed totally logical that if you thought enough good thoughts throughout your day, you would feel better. Similarly, it seemed to make sense that even if you were going through something really difficult, thinking positively about a dark situation would make your experience more pleasant. 

While positive thinking might sound good in theory and might be useful at times/in small doses, I believe it can quickly become more toxic than it is helpful. Rather than allowing us to heal, positive thinking gives us permission to numb ourselves, in order to 'stay positive.' In other words, the positive thoughts and affirmations we use really just distract us from the pain we actually feel. 

So what does this really mean? What's so bad about distracting ourselves from our pain? Going back to the saying in the first line, when we don't hold space for our sensuality (a.k.a. feeling our emotions) our difficult/painful emotions stay STUCK in our bodies and become TOXIC! This is where positive thinking begins to hurt us more than it helps us. 

What to do instead of drowning your emotions in repetitive positive thoughts: 

-Hold space for yourself. Get quiet and allow yourself to feel your breath, body, and emotions. Don't be afraid of the painful, difficult, or overwhelming emotions. Often just witnessing them for a few moments will be enough to start to release them! 

-If you still want to use positive affirmations, there is a time and place for them.The key to using positive affirmations effectively is to first heal the emotional pain and/or the limiting beliefs from your subconscious mind. With a clear mind and free-flowing emotions, positive affirmations will work powerfully for you! The BEST technique for this is EFT tapping. Search on Youtube for guided tapping tutorials and you'll be amazed at how powerful it is! 

What the hell this means for your life & business:

-Positive thinking can actually allow us to make excuses for ourselves. If we are feeling bad about where we are in our life or business, positive thinking might tempt us to say "well at least I have________ even though I haven't made progress on my dreams," or "at least I have a job even thought I hate it." If you want to use positive thinking effectively, use them to empower yourself rather than sabotage yourself. What expansive statements could you tell yourself about your potential? About your purpose? About the value of your business? 

Where do you stand on positive thinking? Have you used it? Are you a fan of it? Do you see how it's possible for positive thinking to become toxic? 

Ok girl, sending all my love!

Kristen XO
 

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A Look Inside My #HighVibe Daily Practice

Hey Gorgeous!

I've been feeling called to spill the tea on my #dailypractice. Today I want to give you an honest look into my favorite rituals in hopes that it can inspire you to make the most out of your routines!

I'm gonna waste no time today, let's just jump right in! Here is what a typical morning looks like for me...

+Wake up naturally (one of the best parts of being an entrepreneur is being freed from alarm clocks!)

+Make myself a glass of hot lemon water (can't start the day without a little detox, right?)

+Grab a couple crystals that I'm drawn to that day and get into a meditation. I usually like to burn palo santo or sage to set the mood as well. I typically sit for about 20 minutes, focusing on my breath and bodily sensations.

+As a yoga teacher, I love to start the mornings with some gentle stretching and a few sun salutations to get my blood flowing. 

+Make a next-level breakfast! I'm a health and wellness freak, so I've tried many different diets over the years. At this time in my life, the two best diets for me are paleo and vegan. I usually try to base my meals around the principles of these diets. Even for breakfast, I'm all about veggies, fruits, healthy fats, and lean proteins. Can you tell I spend a lot of time at Whole Foods? Ha!

+Skincare! I am obsessed with skin care this summer. I've been using way less makeup, so having naturally clear & glowing skin has been essential. My favorite products are hydrating serums, rosewater & glycerin spray, and a jade facial roller.

+Makeup, hair, and outfit! Real talk...when I first started my business, I was the girl who would work in her PJ's until 4 pm and never leave the house. My hair would be a mess and my makeup was nonexistent. I realized that that way of running my business just wasn't aligned with my highest self. I've learned that my vibration increases majorly just by doing some natural makeup, a simple hairstyle, and a cute outfit. Makes me feel SO much more legit as an entrepreneur. 

+Get I N S P I R E D! I love creating a "to-feel" list as opposed to a "to-do" list. If I want to feel abundant, influential, and productive, then I will base my daily tasks around these feelings! Obviously there are certain tasks that you have to get done regardless, but the to-feel list totally changes the energy you bring to even the most mundane tasks! 

+Start working! Sometimes I work from home, other times I prefer to work from a coffee shop, cafe, or library. Another benefit of working for yourself! 

I definitely believe the morning practice is the most powerful, as we are the most impressionable first thing in the morning. Plus, what better time to set the tone for your day than right when you get out of bed? That being said, I also feel it is important to check in with yourself in the afternoon and evening!

My fave ways to re-energize and ground mid-day: Nature walk, a short yoga practice, a healthy lunch, spending time with my dog, listening to music, getting inspired by my favorite social media accounts or podcasts, and reading a good book.

My fave evening rituals: Journaling (I love to either do a structured "gratitude-based" journal entry, or simply let my thoughts from the day flow out of me),  taking a hot shower or bath (I love to get super fancy with it and add some essential oils or bath salts), and spending time connecting with my partner, my family, or close friends (so important for me to get this in as an introvert--I often forget!)

I'm so grateful that having my own business has given me the freedom to embrace my feminine energy every day and make time for my most cherished rituals. I seriously would have killed for this freedom when I was in college and working traditional jobs!

What does your daily practice look like? Are you consistent with it? Do you need to get serious about making your practice a priority?!

If you want more feminine energy in your life & biz, join me this Friday, July 27 at 12 PM EST for a Facebook Live training on tapping into your feminine energy! We'll talk even more about daily practice, using your intuition, taking inspired action, trusting the Universe, and more. It's happening in my private Facebook group, Goddess Brand Collective. You can RSVP to the event here:

See you there babe!

Kristen XO

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Why You Sh%t On the Universe When You Don't Go for Your Dreams

As humans, it's in our nature to have dreams. From the time we are little, we start imagining ourselves living life through our most exciting ideas. 

The unfortunate truth is most of us won't ever do anything about our desires. We'll instead convince ourselves that what we want is too scary, expensive, "out-there," risky, etc. We'll learn that it is irrational to do what we really want to do (how backwards is this??).

YES, there is a BIG problem with this mentality: The Universe is always conspiring on your behalf and has your back 100%. It wants you to live your dream life--in fact, your purpose on being alive lies within your goals and dreams! When you don't go for your dreams, you sh%t on the Universe because you don't take advantage of the beautiful gifts you have been given in this life. You have the opportunity to live #onpurpose, but you consciously chose to not do so. If you were the Universe, you'd probably feel pretty sh%tty about people doing this too, no? 

Okay, so now you see that it's not cool of you to neglect your dreams, but you still might be asking, "what if I have everyyy excuse in the book? How can I still go for what I want?" Fret not if this is you, I've got you covered girlfriend!

Here's how you can start saying YES to your dreams, so you can stop being a jerk to the Universe...

1. Decide you are worthy. If you loved yourself 10% more, what would you do? If you really really believed in yourself, how would your life look? What negative beliefs about yourself can you release?

2. Follow the excitement. What are you curious about? What have you always wanted to learn? What do you already do well? What do you look forward to in your life? Start by leaning into these areas, and wait for the magic!

3. Feel the fear and move forward anyway (my fave saying since starting my business!) Know that everyone feels fear and always does. It's not something you will ever be able to conquer fully. Fear is just there to keep you safe, and no one ever got rich or famous by playing small. Trust that you will always be rewarded for doing what you want, even when it's scary! 

4. Look for the signs. These include gut feelings, intuition, synchronicities, downloads, coincidences, etc. Take these seriously!

5. Take inspired action. Use the signs and your emotions as your guides. What would feel good? What are you genuinely excited about doing? What makes you feel the most expansive? What actions are the signs pointing to?

When we are willing to go for our dreams, the Universe begins co-creating with us. This means that if we are willing to do 50% of the work, the Universe will meet us halfway and do the second half of the work. A lazy girl's dream right?!

It all starts with a choice on your part. A choice to start the business, launch the podcast, travel the world, help the hungry children across seas, invest in the program, create the art, etc. The Universe is waiting for you to say 'hell YES' to it all...

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