The Inner Workout™

Make The Choice To Connect

2011-05-17T15:03:00.005-04:00

I fed my spirit with time needed and reconnected to my daily pleasures and joyful nurchering.

No one will give us the time to take care of ourself, it is always our choice and our planning.

When days are so full I try to wake up with the sunrise and connect within as I breathe in consciously the precious moments of care giving for myself.

Rushing around with deadlines and details continue to try to take me away from the importance of my needs.

Days seem to fly by and the detication to my health and wellness has to be woven into everything I do.

When I care and support myself I will be supported and resentment won't build up and make me a victim.

Uncomfortable negativity can be released when I acknowledge my feelings.
When my heart opens I connect to the presence and moving forward is easier.

I look at any emotional pain as a great opportunity to be with myself.

Safe communication and intimacy with loved ones can be the pathway to awarness.

Choosing to care for my own heart continues to create a sacred space for anyone who enters my daily life.

Day and night time rituals keep me connected with my mind, body, soul and spirit.

Make the choice to connect!

A Mother's Faith

2011-05-06T07:43:00.003-04:00

Every picture that I have seen of our Mother when she was pregnant seemed to capture how she just glowed in a radiance of love. She was told that she could never have children and her faith created her love story.

It was before ultra sound and the doctor had to rely on his stethoscope as he announced that there was more than one heart beat.

Over the next six months it was becoming obvious that Mom was carrying triplets...there were three separate heart beats and a lot of movement.

Mom's dream wa coming true as she anticipated motherhood.

When she would share her excitement with Dad he would hold her and together they giggled nervously as they embarked on their journey.

I can't imagine how busy it was to have three babies at once.

I miss Mom's stories and I remember how she expressed them with such gratitude. Being a Mother was her greatest gift and accomplishment. This sacred place of memories would resonate with happiness and devotion each time she would share her care giving experience as a young Mom.

It is Mother's Day and I am feeling the beauty of Mom's heart and the journey that she took with Motherhood. I miss you Mom! Thank you for being my inspiration.

Today I celebrate all Mothers with Gratitude.

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Each Day Is A New Beginning

2011-01-12T08:59:00.002-05:00

Each day is a new beginning, another opportunity to start again, to refresh ourselves and begin to live with more understanding.

Each moment is a precious time for connection within and with another.

Our pain is a doorway to more life.

Every struggle is the pathway to change.

All relationships are the reflection of our inner feelings.

Our breath takes us to physical, emotional and spiritual connection.

Illness moves us to healthy choices.

Time passes... yet being present with our full life creates the presence of more life.

Today let's begin again.....BREATHE.

Release any negative thoughts and feelings.

Forgive this or that...forgive him or her....forgive yourself.

Breathe into compassion....breathe into your heart that is open.

Shine the light as you breathe with ease.

Connect to the presence of love, joy, faith and acceptance.

Begin your day with gratitude...live your life with gratefulness.

End your day feeling peace.

Rest now .....

Dream and manifest your desires.

Begin again....another wonderful chance to be in love.

Happy Father's Day....Love Waits for You to Arrive

2010-06-16T10:03:00.002-04:00

Turning inward and connecting to the presence of your heart....Breathe deeply as the doorway opens to your inner sight. See beyond your physical self into a new world that connects you to the truth of who you truly are.

Sit a while in this sacred place and feel the richness of all that you came here to be.

See each person in your world from this love that is unconditional.

Embrace every moment with the joy of your full heart. Share your gift of safe love and arrive here in this moment fully present.

Deepen with your heart as you Breathe deeply.

Visualize your Father and stand before him with an oopen heart. Remember the man he came here to be.

Forgiveness is our most valuable gift of freedom.

Forgiveness sets us FREE.
Look into your Father's eyes and
see the doorway to a world of
peace and union.
Love waits for you to arrive.

ENJOY YOUR FATHER'S DAY CELEBRATION!

Heaven is felt

2010-05-11T09:03:00.002-04:00

My first Mother's Day without my Mom. The day took me through the pathway of emotions where I landed...a deeper coonnection with my life and truth.
I wrote this today....

Now that Mom is gone, I realize that heaven for me was in her heart. That is where I always felt uncondional love and a safe place to share my pain and fears.

She never judged or criticized me. Mom always made me feel my worth and she held me when I didn't.

I can be with her when I give to my children the same space and time. This connection of a Mother's heart was handed to me when I was born. 56 years of living it with her strengthened this sacred temple in me...
A MOTHER'S HEART CHANBER OF LOVE, FAITH, UNDERSTANDING AND HOPE.

I am so grateful

Happy Mother's Day

2010-05-07T07:50:00.002-04:00

This is the first Mother's Day without my Mom! I am spring cleaning at our parents and family home on the lake this week. As I sort out and re-organize closets, I am being taken down memory lane. Mom kept her treasures and I haave the honor to peek into them. I have spent hours as time unfolds the many gifts left behind. I laugh with sweet joy and I cry with tears of love as I feel her energy around me.

With Mother's day coming, I feel the loss of my Mom. As I reach into the emptiness that grief takes me, I journey to the details in cards she received and notes she wrote. Every compartment of a hutch or drawer holds precious gifts of Mom's life that she treasured.

As I journey with my life without my Mother physically, I feel her so present and I know that she is here with me in my heart. My tears have created more space and this is where she lives.

When I connect to my heart I feel you Mom.
Thank you, I miss you xoxoxo

To all Mothers....May you feel grace and loveliness as you connect to family love as your reflection. I am in gratitude to your loving kindness.
I celebrate each of you.

As a Mother, I give thanks to my children for choosing me to be their Mom.
I love you to the moon and back.
HAVE A LOVING MOTHER'S DAY

Our Connection With Healthy Communication

2010-04-15T14:11:00.002-04:00

It is so important to create space with coversations so that we can be present with our feelings as we hear the emotions rising up with the words spoken.

If you are connecting within and with a person you will get clarity into what is really going on....this is mindfulness.

I usually find that during conversations with my loved ones, this space that I give can open a pathway of feelings to be shared once the safe place has embraced the connection and conversation.

Often one of my daughters can get to a place to release any fears, hurts and disappointments once they become safe to open up.

Authenticity and intimacy flows because of this precious time of sharing.

When I am plunged into a drama, I become conscious of what I am feeling and my breath connects me to the present moment. Instead of reacting or moving into fixing mode, my breathing centers me and I can see clearly what is going on.

I remember a time when I did not know how to take care of my emotional body and my awareness was not strong enough. I would be ignited into a past experience with emotional pain and my connection would get clouded by guilt, neediness, fear, disappointment, control, anger, judgment or self-doubt. My heart disconnection would pull me into the drama placing my old pain over the situation.

As I continue to learn to live more present, I can see the drama or person as the gift to allow me the opportunity to respond differently.

It feels so good to stay connected to my open heart when my children, family, husband or friends need a safe heart to see the truth gently reflected.

When I am clear, the drama has a chance to dissolve and my reflection without negative charge opens a doorway for the flow of healing energy of peace and unconditional love.This is our responsibility as we consciously create safe communication and healthy relationships

Look In The Mirror of The Moment

2010-03-30T08:03:00.002-04:00

It is not our responsibility to change anyone, to fix them or to make them feel good about themselves. If we carry someone while they are feeling their lack or wrapped in the arms of a drama, they will depend on you for love and acceptance. This is enabling and they will eventually become emotionally disabled. Once you let go they will be left standing exactly where they were before. If you continue to fix or change someone you are not seeing them as perfect just the way they are.

The kindest and most loving thing to do is to be open and create a safe place for them to feel their pain…..and while they share it with you….
Continue to breathe and say to your-self, “I am here and I am safe”.
Connect with any fear, disappointment, resentment, anger or self-doubt by
Acknowledging any negative charge or judgment inside you.
Feel your own connection to your emotions rising up and while you breathe ... move
into compassion.

We cannot heal anyone, but we can inspire another while we become responsible for our own conscious presence. Awareness automatically connects with the higher purpose.

Once we attain our own peace the moment will become a sacred safe place for gratitude and unconditional love.

This reflection of our life reminds us all that any struggle or resistance is just as important to be with as the joy and beauty.

This moment is perfect just as it is.
Breathe deeply and be here consciously.

This person in front of you, in the moment, mirrors a part of you…..
Instead of reacting….BREATHE and take RESPONSIBILITY.
BE THE REFLECTION and RESPOND with your HEART in mind.

Dancing with Joy!

2010-03-25T07:56:00.002-04:00

Bruce and I are taking Ballroom Dancing. We have wanted to do this for years. Like all life experiences, dance brings to us inner connection of awareness and a relationship discovery together.

When we are first learning the steps my past dance experience rises up inside me and I feel a familar comfort, yet while moving with Bruce there is some resistance initially. Because this is a new experience for Bruce, he is counting and thinking as his process of learning is moving through him differently.

Initially we are stiff and awkward together...our knees bump and I go one way and Bruce goes another. Our timing is off and frustration interrupts the flow.

Our teacher is accomplished and he is kind as he guides us without judgment.

In time our breathing becomes the center of our movement and the music moves us into the rhythm. There is a moment when it all comes together and the breakthrough has happened!...
WE ARE DANCING!

When the resistance is gone and we have let go, the music and dance steps becomes joy within us.

Dancing in relationship also takes practice and even when life brings us struggles we can move through them with the intention of finding that beautiful moment together.

Have a wonderful day as you connect with the rhythm of your own dance.
Peace and Love,
Colleen

2010-03-09T11:55:00.000-05:00

TRUE LOVE SITS PATIENTLY AWAITING OUR ARRIVAL.

The voice of our ego is misleading.
True Love dissolves the false voice of the ego.
The voice of our higher self is of True Love.

True love tames fear and rescues us from the ego’s power.
Acknowledge, breathe, feel and let go of negative emotional barriers that close our heart to the presence of peace.

True Love is personal acceptance and presence in the moment .
True Love is forgiveness… Begin again and allow your authentic self to live freely.

True love inter-connects our mind, body and spirit, inter-grating our attention and intention.
True Love cannot live with illusion.

True Love does not ask for a thing…
doesn’t need….doesn’t control…doesn’t hurt…doesn’t deny us of joy or peace.

Each event or relationship of struggle gifts us the opportunity to be the keeper of the truth.

Once the awareness becomes conscious, the veil of darkness lifts and the light of compassion can heal a pathway to our open heart.

True Love sits patiently awaiting our arrival.

2009-07-23T09:39:00.002-04:00

"Be at home wherever you are as you deepen past the negativity or fear. Here is the comfort of who you truly are. Here there are no lies. Here you don't need anyone's love and approval. Here you are safe. Here you are full of pure love and from this space and the connection in you, an energy, life force rises up, a passionate sensation, the one that is resonating in you is conscious awareness and sacredness as your inner voice expresses softly from your heart. Feel your radiance and the glow of your inner riches."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

Taken from Colleen's upcoming book

The Goddess Connection

2009-07-21T10:53:00.002-04:00

"Listen to what fear wants to tell us.
Create a safe place for the fear to be realized and released.
Once the negativity of fear has a voice it will dissolve as
we breathe into our own connection of fear.

The process of letting go of fear re-connects our heart compassionately.
Compassion is the purest of love without conditions or judgment.

A deeper connection is made and we are free as we set someone
else free.

Respond with compassion and allow your own fire to burn and ignite your loving heart."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-07-16T12:21:00.002-04:00

"She used to take care of her home with joy; decorating and entertaining. Now she says, "I don't remember this place." My mother is living a waking nightmare and she is medicated to keep her out of her tortured mind. Alzheimer's is a terrible disease.

He withdraws into his inner world. He used to hear music and sing. My father has lost his hearing because of strokes. He is weakened physically by heart failure but he always says, "I'll be stronger tomorrow."

Each day I let go of a part of me that has been attached to my parents...I become more of myself.

Feeling deeply and authentically the darkness of sorrow without guilt, blame, self-pity or resentment can be our doorway to the light of transformation."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-07-09T11:28:00.001-04:00

"When a loved one is living in their tortured mind....
connect with your own feelings and show up for your self first.
Breathe into any fear or self-doubt that wants to torture you.
Let go of control.....look in the mirror of your life....stop blaming others.
Take responsibility for your emotional struggle....
Be with your own connection with your heart and breathe fully.
Allow the energy to support you.
Be patient as you hold your self first.
The solution will come on the wings of peace.
Be with your loved one here...the peaceful moment of connection.

My Mother has Alzheimer's and the darkness of the night takes
her to a dark, confused and fearful place.
Our family reminds her of the love she has always been.
We are here, inside our own heart with her."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-07-08T10:43:00.001-04:00

"Line up with the flow of your life.
Know that you are worthy and everyone else is also.
Move your fear out of the way and allow the support
to show up for all.
Be conscious and trust that it is all possible.
Hold your inner child and be the expression of pure love.
Give your self the unconditional love you needed as a child.
Connect to your open heart.
Breathe here for a while."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-07-03T11:11:00.002-04:00

"Life doesn't have to be a sacrifice.
Let go of the mind that holds guilt, fear, anger and disappointment.
Acknowledge the emotional body that needs your attention.
It is so important to allow the darkness of the situation to take you inside to feel.
Drop into your feelings and allow your voice and tears to express the pain.
Release and Breathe fully until the veil is lifted and the truth is shown to you.
Here in this place the solution will come....be patient.
Feel your self present and grounded.
You are balanced now with one foot in and one foot out.
Feel your heart open as you experience your life in totality.
Now you can make healthy choices and show up with clarity.
Be in the flow and journey with your unconditional heart."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-07-02T11:00:00.002-04:00

"I have been with my Mother this past week. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer's over 5 years ago. She has been struggling and this horrible disease is taking her from us.

I watch my Mother being ripped away from her reality and forced into a new reality. A world where her home of 20 years and cottage of 50 years is not familiar to her. She asks what to do next and I feel my fear of what is going to happen next. She is conscious that something terrible is happening to her and I comfort and hold her here. I tell her that she is safe and at home and we are going to be with her.

She hears me and relaxes into a short sleep with peace. We repeat this experience over and over again. I tell her stories to remind her of the loving home and life that she and Dad created for their family.

I breathe fully into my fears and release the tears from my heart. My connection to peace can now be the light to calm her in her darkness. I have no resentment for the time I choose to be present with her journey and the changes happening. I am grateful to my daily practice as I let go of emotional barriers so that I show up as a doorway for my Mother's resistance and fears to leave and for the energy of peace to arrive.

Every moment is precious and I know that it is an honor to be with her... I am grateful.

I will take each day at a time and every step I take will bring me closer to loving acceptance."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-26T10:31:00.001-04:00

"Our life is so supported. It is all a set up as we experience little miracles and situations that fall into place so easily and so perfectly.

When a life transition has arrived and important decisions have to be made, breathe into the uncomfortable emotions that show up at the same time. Move out of the part of the mind that controls and separates us from mindfulness that is present and conscious of the natural flow necessary for our soul's evolution.

Allow the solutions and new direction to be the support as they move in effortlessly.
In the moment we can breathe into our heart and be patient as we allow the life change."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-22T08:22:00.001-04:00

"If change or transition is making its way in your life, someone else's, or you have a suggestion or advice to share with a loved one....speak with your gentle heart as you share the news.

If there is resistance, try not to react and let go. Know that the seed has been planted.
Take care of your feelings as you allow them to be felt.

Trust that the energy has been moved....be patient....the new information has been
received on some level.

When the time is right, the shift or transition will move in with ease.
Acceptance will come in time.

It is not in your hands anymore.
Keep it in your heart.

The choice will be made as communication unlocks the door that stops the flow of new ideas.
Have faith."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-19T10:04:00.000-04:00

"What is your heart's desire?
Sit here in this moment and feel it...see it !
Know that you are worthy.
Allow the vision to dance around you.
Believe that it will come to you.
Now ask for it.
Breathe fully in gratitude."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-18T11:29:00.001-04:00

"For one day...
Surrender to the busy-ness and give into your self.
For one day...
Allow the day to unfold for your highest good.
For one day...
Make it about you.
For one day...
Stay in the presence of your wonderful essence.
For one day...
Receive the gifts of nature as you walk without looking at your walk.
For one day...
Enjoy the solitude as you quiet your mind.
For one day...
Give to your self the pleasure of your own company.
For one day..
Turn off your phone and listen to the beat of your heart.
For one day...
Practice breathing fully into every moment.
For one day...
Eat healthy and consciously.
For one day...
Write the words of your heart.
For one day...
Linger in a bath.
For one day...
Dance to music that ignites your passion.
For one day...
Commit to this practice for future days to come.
Create this day for you!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-17T11:12:00.000-04:00

"Turn your own light switch on each day.
Take the time to release any emotional darkness and
open to the lightness in your heart.

Give Birth to your own light as you deepen beyond
the darkness.

Every day can be a birth day.
Give to your self the gift of unconditional love.

Receive the fullness of the collective
light of the world.

Be the connection and let the light guide your way."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-16T10:22:00.001-04:00

"I believe that the fountain of youth is PEACE.
Each day I find my way to a peaceful connection.
From this connection I breathe fully into my heart and body.

Today I feel healthier and more open.
Every day I stretch into the space inside me that supports my
vision and purpose with peace.

Here I feel the freedom to connect with truth
and create opportunities to live compassionately.

I am the one to choose this loving and peaceful
pathway each moment.

I am grateful to The Inner Workout process and my
daily practice that supports me so that I can manifest support and
PEACE in my heart and my life.

On the eve of my 56th Birthday I feel the gratitude of
my Peaceful, Loving, Healthy and Abundant Life."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-15T11:23:00.001-04:00

"When our plans are changed, we can react and project that we are inconvenienced mad or resentful OR we can make the choice to...

Breathe into our feelings and acknowledge what we feel. Disappointment, Resentment, Poor Me, Anger, Sadness or Fear....FEEL IT.
Surrender and let go.....we are being re-directed.

First of all, the direction is to go inside and to be conscious of what our emotional body is expressing.
Listen...Breathe....Be Here.

Take care of our-self while the energy of the situation settles and moves to where it needs to go.

Give to our-self and be present....Breathe and Let Go of Control.

Allow others to step into the situation and support.

Ask for what you desire and need in the silence of our heart.

Be patient as we sit in calmness.

Be open and receptive.

Claim inner strength as we accept the possibility of change.

From out of nowhere comes the miracle.

The change is in our favor and it is what we asked for.

Breathe with gratefulness.

Rest with the gift of more time."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-12T10:17:00.001-04:00

"From out of the calmness of your life an experience may take you to some fear...
Some more fear....
Another layer of fear...
Allow it to move through you.
The evolution of fear is to be released out of the body.
Acknowledge it and breathe fully.
The antidote for fear is faith.
Breathe fully and connect to the process of feeling.
It is time to let go of another layer of fear.
Breathe fully and say out loud,
I am here, I am safe and I am connected to the love in my heart."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-10T09:40:00.003-04:00

"Sometimes we are privileged to witness someone's transformation. This time of awakening and healing may take us to the memory of our own experience. The process may not be as easy as the master Alchemist creates, but the result is as powerful.

The journey to this point may have felt long and hard, yet when the bridge of darkness has been crossed, time seems to have passed quickly.

When we look back at our life in later years, this chapter of our story will weave the tapestry of our journey and embrace the strength of our worth.

I celebrate the courage as you transform your life!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-09T09:29:00.000-04:00

"Relationship and partnership must have a profound meaning to each of us personally.
Attract an honoring, respectful and conscious relationship that partners with your values and beliefs.
Create this Beloved experience with your mind, body and spirit.
Practice daily with your self and inspire the relationships you have.
Live your connection to inner peace and self-worth. Become your perfect partner.
Deepen as a healthy, peaceful, passionate, loving person each day and
attract the relationship and partnership of your dreams.
I know it is possible, I am living it each day.
I am grateful."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-08T08:53:00.003-04:00

"At times we may feel the pull of family needs. Pull in and evaluate with your heart in mind. Be available for yourself and show up for your loved ones with authentic love and attention. You can support others while you support yourself. When your intention is supportive, you will be supported by your life."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-05T09:39:00.001-04:00

"Once the connection within is restored, the darkness lifts.
A lightness is felt in the body and heart.
The energy is moving like a soft summer breeze.
One step at a time, each small decision becomes the
creative movement that opens your life up again.

Gentle love is felt, some excitement rises up and suddenly
your passion for living is alive again.
Be in gratitude and peace, for your journey here has
revealed the truth.
Know that you are different, a new space has arrived and a
new level of conscious awareness has settled in.
See the brilliant plan that has guided you here.

The abundance of love is yours to connect with and
your day will reflect this for you.
You are the courageous one, you made the choice.
Celebrate!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-04T10:46:00.001-04:00

"Uncared for emotions may create a drama.
Processing our feelings while engaged or reacting with someone can
turn us inside out and also turn a situation upside down.

Stepping inside to connect and process with our feelings gives us a
chance to be in connection with the calming truth that sits in the center of our heart.

Guilt, shame, the void of love, abandonment and self-doubt issues
may rise up to the occasion.
Breathing, observing and feeling becomes the first part of
healing patterns and can stop the spiral of an unfolding drama.

While someone is sharing their emotional story with you....
breathe into your calm heart and know that your connection in you
can reflect the connection they are craving.

When emotions and events spark out of control, personal connection
is the point of diffusion.
BE THE ONE IN CONNECTION."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-03T11:24:00.001-04:00

"Our thoughts create.
Our negative thoughts keep us in negative creation.
Move away unwanted negativity and release fear and self-doubt.
Change your thoughts to positive consciousness.
I am healthy, I am worthy of love, I am love.
I am the beloved, the beloved connection is in me, I am attracting healthy relationships,
I am ready for my beloved partner.
I am abundant, the money is here, I am worthy of money, there is plenty of money for all.
I have a healthy relationship with money
I love my body, my physical health is important, I feel good in my body.
I am peaceful, peace lives in my heart, peace surrounds me.
I am passionate as I live my purpose, I am living my life fully with passion and purpose.
I am here, I am safe, I am attracting a beautiful life.
I am satisfied in my soul."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-02T13:31:00.001-04:00

"I have been travelling this past week. The airports were jammed, people flying everywhere. In Las Vegas the streets were packed, casinos full and restaurants had waiting lists. Either the economy is shifting or people are finding joy and using their credit cards. I pray that the shift is authentic for each of us. I am grateful for every opportunity to become more conscious, open and appreciative.

Life is ever changing and we have a chance to change and grow or stay stuck and fade away. It is time for the struggle to end....in us.

Connect to your inner spirit each day and make the choice to live fully!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-06-01T11:27:00.000-04:00

"Open your eyes and see what is going on.
Open your heart and feel.
Open to the mystery of your soul.
Open to the voice of your spirit.
Be open and receive the gifts of your life.
Be open and be in love.
The opening is our choice."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-29T09:50:00.000-04:00

"Your emotions are a pathway to your feelings.
Breathe into the emotion and feel.
Get to know your self from the inside out.
Become conscious of what is going on in you as
things are going on outside of you.
Breathe...

Connect with your emotional body and release
your uncomfortable feelings.
Breathe...

Feel your physical body lighter.
Breathe..."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-28T08:55:00.001-04:00

"Some people are insensitive.
Some people are conscious and aware.
Some people disrespect and hurt others.
Some people take care of themselves and give from a full heart.
Some people speak without thinking.
Some people breathe before they speak.
Some people make mistakes.
Some people believe that there are no mistakes.
Some people live in truth.
Some people have trouble speaking the truth.
Some people are happy.
Some people are sad.
Some people are loving.
Some people are cold.
I have been these people.
I have experienced these people.
I now breathe and make a choice.
How can we judge?
See each person with understanding and acceptance.
Who will we be?
Take care of your emotional body so that you become
the person who you are proud of.
Be compassionate and forgiving."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-27T09:52:00.002-04:00

"Check in each day!
Sit here in this moment of grace.
Connect to a sacred place ....here in your heart.
Breathe fully into the love that is here.
Feel any negativity that stands in the way.
We can be aware of the love present and connect
to any emotional struggle right now.
It just takes a moment.
In a private place with your emotional body.

Say out loud "I am here".
"I have....financial stress or financial ruin, a toxic relationship or family issues,
health problems or physical pain or I am faced with tremendous loss."
"I feel...scared, fear, self-doubt, sadness, hurt,
anger, resentment, anxiety, depressed, stuck or worried."
"I can't go on, I'm stuck, I can't stand this any longer, I'm sick and tired."

Release any unhealthy feelings as you allow your voice to speak the pain.
Ask for help...reach deep and surrender to the darkness.
Breathe into the space that creates some light...feel lighter.
Be in gratefulness and connect to peace.
Be in the loving arms of your own heart.
It all starts here ...Self-Love is your first and last loving relationship.
Live in grace and feel your love."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-26T13:39:00.000-04:00

"What is your intention with everything you do?
Make the choice deep inside to let go of judgment & self-hatred.
Take a look at false perceptions and self imposed restrictions.
Let go of blaming yourself or others.
Stop making rules that control yourself or others.
Breathe into any tightness or inflexibility.
Live in freedom with your mind and heart.

Place the treasure of unconditional loving for your self and others
when doing, being, listening, speaking, thinking, eating and creating.
We are worthy."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-25T12:22:00.001-04:00

"I lost something precious today.
I felt in the moment of realization.
A gift from long ago.
It's gone and I let go.
The memory and intention I will never lose.

I have had a lifetime of letting go.
I am different now, I let go more easily.
Yet, I still need time to process my feelings.
I use this experience to take me to a familiar place inside.

I connect with the emotions that sit in the center.
I breathe into this uncomfortable place..
I stay here for a moment....BREATHE.

I FEEL SICK....I BREATHE INTO MY FEELINGS.
I feel nauseous....I breathe.
I connect and acknowledge my feelings.

I feel anger....I am mad at myself....I judge.
I feel resentment....did someone steal it?
I feel guilt for blaming someone else.
I feel disappointment in me.
I feel sadness.
My mind takes me to thoughts and past history...
I LET GO OF MY FEELINGS.

I connect to the space beyond the anxiety
and emotional turmoil.
I FEEL A PRECIOUS GIFT OF PEACE.

EVERY DAY WE ARE FACED WITH LIFE EXPERIENCES THAT WILL
TAKE US TO PROCESS WHAT WE FEEL.
CONNECT INSIDE AND
CHANGE YOUR MIND
TO SHIFT YOUR REACTION.

THE TRUTH WAITS.
WE DON'T NEED ANYTHING BUT LOVE AND PEACE.
CREATE THIS REALITY FOR YOU,
FROM THE INSIDE OUT."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-22T11:21:00.001-04:00

"Never turn your back on a loved one.
Never close your heart or put them down.
Clear any negative thoughts so that you
stand beside them and stand up for them.
Be authentic with your love.
Be truthful with your heart.
Release the judgment that criticizes.
Gossip will energetically create guilt.
True friendship is shared with respect and honor.
Silence is acceptance.
Don't be two faced.
Look in the mirror and face the truth.
See that you are good enough and so are they.
The loved one is you, be the reflection."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-21T09:23:00.000-04:00

"Sometimes we think that we are surprised by something or someone,
but when we reach into our heart we already knew on some level.

Our intuition is our higher awareness
held with consciousness.

That fleeting moment where we felt the truth
is when we get a glimpse of the future.

Trust that the collective mind and energy of us
can become conscious and shift all at the same time.

It takes just a moment to connect.
Acceptance is the gift."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-20T10:24:00.000-04:00

"We are supported in so many ways.
The mystery of life brings miracles that weave each of our days.
Serendipity and synchronicity place moments of time embraced with loving gifts.
Be awake to enjoy the presence of love offered for you today."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-19T11:47:00.001-04:00

"Ask for what you need and find it in the dark.
It will come and you know it.
It is here and you are worthy.
Create from this place of knowing.
Manifest from this space of believing.

If you lose something let go of any attachment.
Be patient and know that it may come back to you.
Breathe into the place inside that feels uncomfortable.
Let go and live fully without it.
Create from this place of knowing.
Manifest from this space of believing.

Be in a rhythm of your experience.
Live in harmony with each moment.
Your presence is what is important.
Stay connected in your life."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-15T09:30:00.001-04:00

"Can we open our eyes in the morning and say "Thank you"?
Can we be patient as all of the fibers of our experience unravels?
Can we sit in the center of our heart and breathe into our feelings?
Can we be still and listen to the voice of our peaceful soul instead
of listening to our mind of judgment?
Can we ground our self inside while being present with our spirit?
Can we witness our behavior with insight and wisdom?
Can we escort our negative thoughts out of the way?
Can we dance with the truth that love is always in the presence of our open heart?
Can we believe in our loved ones and community that kindness and trust
takes the lead?
Can we have the courage to take responsibility for our actions instead of becoming
defensive?
Can we listen to the struggle of another and stay in compassion?
Can we hear the words "I am sorry" and then let go of the hurt?
Can we trust that we are worthy of peace, love, passion, purpose and abundance?
Can we choose living fully in the light and the dark?
Can we take a deep breath at the end of the day and say out loud
"I'm here and I am safe"?
Can we close our eyes and feel the gratitude?"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-14T10:19:00.002-04:00

"Our awareness lifts us to a higher level of understanding.
When you find yourselves in a place of confusion or a problem of some kind, breathe into the feelings that create the heaviness. Breathe and know that you are never going backwards. Breathe and know that you are deepening.

You may feel stuck for a while as you process your experience and feel overwhelmed with hurt, self-hatred, fear, disappointment, resentment, shame, anger or guilt. Depression or anxiety are the result of suppressed emotions that are begging for your attention.

Use the Inner Workout to release the emotional pain that needs to leave your body. All of our uncomfortable feelings are based in fear and they are looking for a way out. Take this time to let go of the discomfort inside. Be with it all and breathe until you can connect to your faith that will take you to another level of awareness.

Rest here and trust that you will soon see the light through the darkness. Make the choice to live without the lie that keeps you believing that you are not good enough. Connect to your heart that desires peace and love.

Make the connection to your emotional pain, your conscious awareness and your open heart."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-13T11:06:00.000-04:00

"Communication is the doorway to our open heart and intimacy.
When emotional turmoil creeps in making us feel not good enough, unsuccessful or small,
acknowledging it in a healthy way allows the uncomfortable emotions to be released.
You can feel it, voice it, write it and share it.
The only other option is to suppress it, shove it away or deny it.....
eventually you will feel it, voice it, release it when triggered.
Confrontation creates walls.
Healthy Communication opens the door to peace."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-12T09:54:00.002-04:00

"Our natural emotions are necessary to feel and experience in order for us to become healthy. Dr. Elisabeth Kubler- Ross teachings point out the importance of allowing grief, fear, envy, anger and love to be expressed by children in a healthy way in order for them to become healthy adults.

Once grief is released love can be felt. Grief suppressed will become sadness and create a closed heart. Actions and experiences that take us to feeling fear are choices made from love. When we react from fear we are trying to protect ourselves or our loved ones. Fear held in a healthy way keeps us cautious. Fear's evolution is to be released out of the body to love.

Anger suppressed will become rage, illness and unloving attitudes. Anger taken care of in a healthy way will release the body into peace. Envy in a child repressed becomes jealousy in an adult. Envy can direct a child to achieving or trying harder and this is a healthy evolution.
Love not allowed to be expressed will turn into self-hatred. When love is expressed with conditions, limitations or rules it becomes unhealthy love.

Love is our true nature and the root of our emotions and existence. Become the connection of love with every intention and decision and have faith that love will be the outcome. Take care of every emotion that rises up through the process of experience and drama.

If we can receive our uncomfortable emotions the same as we receive love in a calm and peaceful state, we can know that we have reached a deeper healed place."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-11T10:22:00.001-04:00

"We were on a beautiful family vacation last week in Jamaica with our children and grandchildren. Every moment was fantastic with so much love, joy, laughter and happiness. Bruce and I would go to the spectacular beach early each morning together and sit in gratitude as our heart and body opened to the incredible vista and the gifts of family togetherness. We felt the energy and spirit of the morning calm and we became the open window for each of our children to feel the flow of unconditional love. The rhythm of each day began with our connection to our loving heart and each family member connected to this inner heart beat. Each day took us to a peacefulness and the sparkle of joy ignited playfulness. These sweet memories have been woven with sunshine and placed in the heart of our family to be remembered forever.
I am so grateful...we are so blessed!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-05-01T09:47:00.001-04:00

"A Mother's heart should be respectful and loving. Our heart can be the pathway or doorway for our family's troubles, not to hold onto them or punish them , but to allow the energy of love to move the pain into the light and then out of the way. A Mother's heart will have to let go, over and over again. Happy Mother's Day week!

I feel so blessed as Bruce and I take our family to Jamaica for a vacation. What a wonderful week I will have with my husband, our beautiful children and grandchildren! A Mother's dream come true. My heart will explode with joy each moment of every day. I am so very grateful.

Great News! I found our cat Lucky today...another miracle.

I will Blog again in a week."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-30T10:11:00.001-04:00

"Sometimes it looks like we have lost a debate, a position or a disagreement. When we put our heart, our thoughts, our views, our wisdom, our expertise and our credibility on the table of discussion we are moving the energy. The most important aspect of relationship and community is having a voice. When one or more people gather in a mindful connection with the heart, a new world is created from this truth. We may not physically see it, but a shift has been made energetically and awareness strengthens. Release any self-doubt that fear may encourage. Let go of any negative feelings. You have won the battle in your heart when you stand up with committment and peace. Have faith that you have made a difference! Silence is acceptance, you couldn't be silent any longer. Healthy communication is the key to unlock any prison of the mind, body or spirit.
Courage is rewarded. You will see change. The heavens applaud while we celebrate you!!!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-29T09:19:00.000-04:00

"We all desire connection. If someone is in reaction or drama they are
feeling disconnected.. Can we connect to our own heart and hold the space for them?

When we are in connection ourself, we can be the reminder or the inspiration.

Live connected inside with your heart, your emotions, your feelings, your soul, the dark and the light, the love and the peace.

This connection is up to us.
Make the choice and connect."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-28T10:35:00.001-04:00

"We all have free will and opportunities each day to make a choice for our soul's happiness. When the projects become overwhelming, and the pressure of not enough time spins you around or if you feel lonely and depressed because you can't find happiness or joy in your life, breathe into this very moment and be fully here right now.

Say to yourself "I am here and this is what I am feeling" . Breathe and feel until you can make the choice to release any fear or self -doubt that is asking for your attention. Give to yourself during these moments of time. Change your mind and make one healthy choice for yourself each day.

Take a walk, write a poem, make yourself a healthy salad, have a bath and linger for a while, put some music on and dance with your spirit, close the door in your office and take your shoes off and give your self a foot massage .....nourish yourself each day. Support yourself as you check in with your feelings and breathe. Open your heart and know that you are worthy. In this place you will create more time and space for love and peace."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-27T09:52:00.001-04:00

"Our feelings are not negativity they are truth. We may react to them in a negative way because the feeling takes us to our past. Taking the time to move into our breath will allow the feelings to be embraced. It only takes a moment ....it may feel uncomfortable.....and it feels like fear, or sadness, disappointment, resentment, self-doubt, or hurt...IN THE PIT OF YOUR STOMACH.....BREATHE INTO THIS PLACE OF ANXIETY....BE WITH IT FULLY.....BE CONSCIOUS OF WHAT YOU FEEL....THIS IS THE TRUTH RIGHT NOW.

In this moment you are out of your mind and inside your emotional body. Breathe with it and allow the feelings to dissolve as you say out loud " I am here, I am going to take care of you, I love you." Feel your heart open and receive your truth. Be still and allow your soul to create your desires. Allow true love and peace to manifest.
Send your true message out loud and clear...Love,Peace, Passion, Abundance is living here in me. I am grateful."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-24T09:15:00.000-04:00

"Never missing is love...
You can find it somewhere.
Take time to feel the negativity that stops you from opening your heart.
Connect to the love that is internal.
Never gone!
Always waiting for you to show up...anywhere.
Breathe.....and Deepen....
Live the connection of Love,
it is everywhere."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-23T08:23:00.001-04:00

"When we feel panic or tightness in our body or our life.....Breathe into the feelings deeply.
If we feel control is taking over......Breathe into our body.
As the drama becomes overwhelming.....Breathe into the fear that is suppressed.
Breathe into our greatest fear about the circumstance and allow ourself the time to experience it fully.
Release as the tears flow through our heart....be with it and acknowledge its presence.
Stay in the space beyond the tears.....here inside where we just don't know.
Sit in the center of our heart and feel the energy move through.
Embrace each moment with faith.
Feel connected to the light of peace....be patient.
The answers will come....and the opportunity will arrive."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-22T10:10:00.001-04:00

"No one is our keeper.
No one is our fixer.
Support yourself emotionally, physically and spiritually and you will be matched.
This is the truth...have faith and become supportive and support will come."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-21T13:19:00.001-04:00

"This week is dedicated to Child Find....displayed are pictures of beautiful, loving children missing. I cannot imagine the terror of a parent as they wake up each morning not knowing where their daughter or son could be. How could you ever find peace in your heart for the rest of your life?

Each of our journeys are so different and our pathway to peace is personal and necessary. Today we can pray for each child missing and feel compassion for the families who are in fear each day.

This week our loving cat Lucky is missing and each day we are looking for him. We feel the loss of his beautiful spirit.

Faith continues to guide our hearts to hope.
Life constantly takes us to letting go each day.
Time moves us into peace.

To every parent who has lost a child....
As the grief holds your tender heart, release the tears of sadness.
Create the space for love to flow and wash away the pain.
In this warm place where peace arrives,
embrace your child and hold her close.
See the light beyond the darkness,
shine it brightly to guide him to you.
In this safe place....in your heart....feel the presence
of your loving child....never missing.
Know they are with you and this connection of love will guide
them home."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-20T11:17:00.002-04:00

"It is hard sometimes when the energy of our life is turned up side down. A person or event creates change and we may feel discomfort, struggle, self-doubt, emotional pain, fear, disappointment, anger or guilt. We may go to judgment and blame and call this person evil or this event unfair. Just like a death or loss of someone we love, we may spiral into layers of emotional upheaval.

The journey to peace has its own pathway. Each one of us has choices to make, responsibility to take, forgiveness to feel and compassion to live. Each of us has a chance to grow in consciousness. The truth is everything requires love ...every person and every experience. It is up to us to take our responsibility as all actions depend on what information lives in our hearts and our emotional history that has not been cared for. We must ask ourselves, what kind of happiness is achieved if at the expense of another person?

Fear will paralyze our ability to think and respond clearly. Everyone and everything that is embraced with fear is a gift for change. Faith will take you into compassion and allow the energy to change your direction. Use this moment to think with the highest of thought and express yourself with truth. Remember the love and try not to separate from the connection to your heart. Sit in the center of your experience with clarity and believe in each other."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-17T09:58:00.000-04:00

"The antidote for FEAR is FAITH. Anxiety is suppressed emotions uncared for. Depression is suppressed emotions uncared for. If we are too busy we may not realize what is sitting deep within. Give your emotional body the attention it needs each day Make this healthy choice for you and your loved ones. Use The Inner Workout to support your self and unlock the barrier of self-doubt and release the density of fear. Live emotionally fit."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-16T09:37:00.003-04:00

"A dear friend of mine lost her precious daughter yesterday to cancer. I can't imagine how much pain her heart feels. Take time today to be grateful for the health and love of family. Be with sadness and create a safe place for grief."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-15T09:16:00.002-04:00

"Adopt a new perception each day and live by it. Hold it in your consciousness and feel the essence of it bloom in your heart. Nurture its meaning and let its awareness become who you are. Allow the fragrance of this loving thought be your gentle touch and soft voice. Breathe with the rhythm of mindfulness and discover a new gift each day. Let your breath take you to any doubt that rises up inside. Release any negativity that becomes a barrier. Discover the beauty of each present moment with your healing thought for the day.

Here are a few examples.... I am grateful...I am worthy ... I am happy....I am abundant ... I am healthy ... I am open to receive the beauty of my life ... I am living in peace ...I am ready for my beloved ... I am a loving partner ... I am a loving parent...I am living my life purpose. Practice all day with this perception of who you are in the pocket of your heart."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-14T08:21:00.000-04:00

"Be grateful for the blessings of our journey to self. Sit here in the silence of acceptance and truth. Each day is a miracle as we breathe fully and become present with the gifts of emotional freedom. Listen to the voice of your heart....it never misguides you."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-10T08:35:00.001-04:00

"Surrender today your old beliefs and past struggles.
Allow the death of an old friend....The Ego.
Release the guilt and shame.
Feel lighter in your heart.
Resurrect faith and rise to a higher vibration with your mind, body, heart and spirit.
Breathe deeply.
Feel the freedom with Peace."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-09T10:00:00.000-04:00

"When you think that you are better than anyone you are sitting on a false sense of power. The pedestal will eventually shatter and this will be the beginning of your fall from ego.
Turn inside to feel truth. Hold on tight as you move into self-doubt and fear. Release your deep emotional pain. Take your mask off and see your true identity in the hearts of everyone around you. Look into the mirror and forgive yourself. Breathe into the space of compassion, love and peace. Walk on the same path as humanity and choose to be an inspiration."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-08T10:31:00.000-04:00

"Know that your ego has misguided you. Be courageous. Walk through the doorway of responsibility. Move into the truth of your actions. Touch your deep feelings as you become humble. Allow yourself to rise to the occasion of a lesson well learned. Sit in the beauty of vulnerability. Stand tall with the realization of consciousness. Meet your muse in the place of transformation."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-07T11:35:00.001-04:00

"When feeling the least bit stuck, weighed down by life, overwhelmed, cranky, unsure or exhausted.....take the time to know that you are not in the flow and the energy is blocked.
It just takes a moment to remember, acknowledge and feel. By giving ourself that moment of attention we are conscious of what is going on. Breathe deeply and connect to the inner experience and be with it....just for the moment.

Feel the emotions connected to your thoughts....journey with them as you feel the anxiety in your tummy, anxiousness in your chest or tightness in your throat. BE with the relationship with your heart.....just for this moment. Awareness creates an opportunity to be sensitive to any negativity and allow it to release out of your body. In this moment you are present....feel the energy rising up in you as you connect with the flow of clarity. Now, feel yourself lighter."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-06T11:44:00.001-04:00

"Can we be in a place of not knowing and in acceptance? This moment may feel fearful with anxieties because we may have visions and illusions that create expectations. At first the power of our mind and desires give way to excitement and enthusiasm. When the opportunity we have dreamt about does not come to fruition, disappointment plays with our emotions. This human dance with our future can create disillusionment. How many times have we been taken to the alter of hope, to be abandoned and left standing alone with our negative feelings? I am certain that our dress rehearsal has continued to play out for our personal letting go of our attachments to what we map out.

To say " I don't know" with faith that the journey with our bigger purpose is somewhere on the horizon. Our disappointment brings us back inside to feel and pull us back to the present moment of knowing. Knowing without our plan in mind. We have no idea how our future is going to look...yet we have the gift of knowing, if we choose, that it will be perfect for us.

Live in presence and let go of what we think we know. Know that we are worthy and receive the gifts each day."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-03T09:33:00.004-04:00

"Tax time brings us to many feelings, usually a heavy time for anyone! A great time to get organized and sort out any financial issues. Try if you can to create a healthy relationship around money and be truthful around your connection to it. Does your financial situation take you to a feeling of not being successful? Do you feel not good about your life? Are you in fear ? Are you tired of this relationship with money? Once you acknowledge your true feelings around money... anger, self-doubt, disappointment or resentment, breathe into the emotions.

Change your mind about money and shift your perception. Make money your ally and not your enemy. Know that you are worthy and feel the abundance of love in your life...the riches that are in you. Use this tax time to move inside to release the old, past struggles with money out. Whatever experience money or lack of money is taking you to, unlock the flood gates of emotion and allow energy to flow through you. Be patient as you take the time to support your self...inside your heart....and trust that you are supported.

Manifest a healthy relationship with your financial situation. You can change your life from the inside out."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-02T11:28:00.002-04:00

"The fountain of youth is peace....How do we live it each day? Our personal connection to our healthy and healed mind, body, heart and spirit takes committment.

Close your eyes....Connect with feelings triggered in us each day that may be unattractive and uncomfortable such as... anxieties, fear, agitations, irritations, shutting down, bitching, unhappiness, overwhelmed, critical, needy, disrespectful, angry, resentment, self-doubt, hurt, disappointment, hopelessness, desperation, deprivation, loneliness, controlling, aggressive, guilt, shame......Breathe.

Breathe fully into the discomfort.............See these negative aspects in us and breathe until they dissolve....Let Go......until you are empty.

Continue to breathe fully and say out loud..."I am here". Breathe in and receive the gentleness of peace, unconditional love, and become conscious and aware of the presence of faith, patience, joy, abundance, worthiness, worth, inspiration, calmness, truth, creativity, mindfulness, thoughtfulness, enthusiasm, acceptance, respect, your open heart, health
wellness and inner beauty..........Breathe into who you truly are.....feel your self open.

Find your way each day to Inner Peace and commit to having the courage to change your life. Come alive and rebuild your radiant self and vitality. Become flexible to love and laugh more. Know your worth and see the road signs that direct you inside. It is our responsibility and our life purpose to live heaven on earth...become emotionally fit.

Honor and respect all that you are and reflect this gift to everyone in your life. Connect to the presence of peace, always waiting....beyond the negativity. Forgiveness opens our heart and compassion is the highest form of love.

Open your heart each day and connect to your self-worth.....Peace keeps us youthful."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-04-01T10:31:00.001-04:00

"We sometimes cannot see the grandness of love or the lack of respect because we are stuck in our own human doubt and fear. It's up to us to take care of self-doubt and know that love and the beloved are experienced more fully as we release into all that we are. It is our job and purpose to find our way to our highest vibration in all aspects of our life.

To live in the beloved connection is to remember who the other person is with respect. If they cannot live in this place with you, it may be time for you to recognize it and respect yourself enough to leave."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-31T10:08:00.002-04:00

"One perfect thing I continue to strive to do is experience my life fully....the lightness of joy and the darkness of struggle. Last week I experienced incredible emotional pain of a deep wound and because of my journey with this burden today I am in the experience of complete joy. My body, mind, heart and spirit are lifted and expanded to a spaciousness with peace and more love.

Once I released the old pain, my faith in me rested with my heart. Staying inside with my feelings while connecting with every precious moment continued the healing for me. I knew that an old part in me had died. Beyond the density of the heavy barrier of emotion, I felt the light draw me into the vastness of a transformation. Here peace moved into every cell of my body and I began to see so much beauty. It was as if I was seeing my life through different eyes. The blue sky reflected the colors of spring peeking through the grayness of nature. My heart was exploding with so much love as I bowed down to my loved ones and for where I am in my life.

I felt more alive....more youthful....more love.....more passion.....more calmness......more faith...more acceptance....healthier and a deeper part of myself, another level of consciousness. My gratitude is flowing and the wisdom of the divine set up has again lifted me to a higher altitude so that I can see more of the Universal Plan."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-30T08:44:00.001-04:00

"The deepening with our emotional healing is constant. Even today, after years of taking responsibility for my life lessons and years of releasing and being in touch with my feelings, I am faced with emotional struggle. Out of nowhere comes the pain of my wound again. I can say from my ego or my head... "I'm not hurt anymore...I have forgiven them or I have dealt with it."...but again the pain rises up in me....not just emotional but also physical pain pounding through my shoulders and back.

The Inner Workout holds the space, creating the safe container for me to be with the truth of what needs to be embraced or if not taken care of it may become an explosion. This process shows me the pathway through the fire of my emotions, assisting me to deepen as I release another layer of past suppressed pain that embodies the lie that shows its face again...."I'm not good enough or I'm unlovable or I need someone else's love and approval".

Thank God ...I have The Inner Workout to guide me to peace and more love again and again and again. I am grateful!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-27T11:51:00.000-04:00

"If someone changed direction in relationship with me, it directs me to go inside to feel and heal.

Every relationship takes us to the love and the pain that is in us always. My past… let go, lifts me into the present beauty of my life and the loving peace of my heart."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-26T09:46:00.001-04:00

"It's time for some spring cleaning! Sorting out drawers and purging in our closets gives us a fresh, spacious feeling. Take a peek inside the compartments of your heart and clear out any resentments or issues you may be holding onto. Release any emotions that have been shoved away all winter by using The Inner Workout as a cleaning tool.

Let go of any relationship conflict that has kept you hostage in your mind with fear, self-doubt, hurt and disappointment. Dust off your negative thoughts and connect with your authentic, loving self.

Create peace in your home and in your heart! Spring is here and it is a wonderful opportunity to share love and joy!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-25T11:42:00.002-04:00

"If there are any conflicts in our life they are inside us. There is no other place that we can resolve any issues but inside us. The most important connection is inside us. We transform our life from inside us. We can reflect love and peace each day from inside us. Our anxieties and fears are waiting to be held inside us. We are supported by God and the Universe when we support ourselves from inside us. Take the time each day to go inside and breathe into all that you are and feel ....the gift of self-worth is inside us."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-24T10:16:00.004-04:00

"Each day is another opportunity for success and for greatness. Each day we can celebrate the chance to become all that we are meant to be and for honoring all that we already are. Each day is another chance to love more and open to the grace of every intimate moment of peace. Each day is the arrival of precious time to be with our soul's evolution, our loved ones and our purpose. Each day is a gift to inspire our life. Each day brings us new struggles to test our inner truth and our commitment to a spiritual practice. Each Day brings us closer to what is important.

At the end of the day be with the hard times as you take responsibity. At the end of the day, feel the emotions that the struggle has taken you to. At the end of the day breathe into your feelings. At the end of the day let go of judgment and blame. At the end of the day forgive. At the end of the day connect to your compassionate heart.

Live every day with the end in mind."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-23T10:58:00.001-04:00

"Celebrating with loved ones...our close intimate circle of family and friends who love us unconditionally. Creating unforgetable memories with the hearts of many who have always been there for us...so safe and loving. Every minute floated on the wings of love.

Many surprises unfolded as the evening raised the vibration of joy. We are still dancing with the songs of love and tasting the delicious flavours of the evening. We are so grateful to experience heaven on earth. Thank you!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-20T10:52:00.002-04:00

"It's Springtime...kick up your heels! It's the celebration of the birthing of nature. Allow your heart to feel the loveliness...take a breath and celebrate.

Bruce and I are celebrating our 10th anniversary of our meeting. I am so grateful for every day, every sunrise and every sunset. It has been my greatest love and I look forward to the rest of our lifetime together."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-19T11:52:00.003-04:00

"Isn't it wonderful and precious to hold a child in your arms feeling the love and the peace of the moment?

Take the time to hold your inner child each day. Remember the innocence and the perfection of this connection."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-18T08:12:00.003-04:00

" How could anyone ever tell you that you're not good enough? How could anyone ever tell you you're not wonderful? How could anyone ever tell you you're less than them? How could anyone ever tell you you're not successful? How could anyone ever tell you you're a disappointment? How could anyone ever tell you you're not lovable?

Why do you believe you're not good enough? Why do you believe that you're not wonderful? Why do you believe that you're less than them? Why do you believe that you're not successful? Why do you believe that you're a disappointment? Why do you believe that you're not lovable?

Know your worth and believe."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-17T10:07:00.002-04:00

"Once we make the decision that our relationship with our heart and every present moment is our first responsibility, then our life will support us in this place and thought. We have to try to make this decision over and over again."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-16T09:35:00.003-04:00

"Each day is another opportunity for success and for greatness. Each day we can celebrate the chance to become all that we are meant to be and for honoring all that we already are. Each day is another chance to love more and open to the grace of every intimate moment of peace. Each day is the arrival of precious time to be with our soul's evolution, our loved ones and our purpose. Each day is a gift to inspire our life. Each day brings us new struggles to test our inner truth and our commitment to a spiritual practice. Each Day brings us closer to what is important.

At the end of the day be with the hard times as you take responsibity. At the end of the day, feel the emotions that the struggle has taken you to. At the end of the day breathe into your feelings. At the end of the day let go of judgment and blame. At the end of the day forgive.

At the end of the day connect to your compassionate heart.

Live every day with the end in mind."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-13T10:09:00.001-04:00

"Once the release of struggle has been accomplished, we can trust again. Sometimes the struggle distracts us from breathing fully or remembering the truth. We must try to keep the faith that there is a bigger plan for us. It's just as important to spend time with the joy and the love of our life as it is with spending time with the dark side. There are two sides of love; there is the dark side and the light side of love.

Love yourself enough to go through the dark side and once you are through it, the light is there. You feel lighter, you can see your world differently...a brighter place and a more positive energy will emerge with the opportunity to be emotionally free."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-12T11:33:00.002-04:00

"There is a song by Elvis, 'Suspicious Minds', that is playing in my head today. We have close relationships, people we love and want to trust yet we sometimes feel that their words are not of honesty. My intuition sparks an uncomfortable feeling because I know in my heart that I have been given lip service. Words that they think I want to hear.

I know this familar mask that I have worn in the past, not telling the whole truth or saying yes when I really mean't no. We have all stretched the truth and we have all lied to ourselves and others. I have heard stories where someone in a relationship says they are going to do great, meaningful things and never follow through. Waiting for someone else to be true and forthright may cause you great disappointment.

I learned along time ago that if I am attracting experiences like this in my life I have to be truthful with myself. Am I following through with my personal connection each day? Am I being honest with myself and being clear about what I need in a relationship? Am I committed to my connection with my mind, body, spirit and heart? This is my responsibility and each day I am the one who has to choose to follow through.

If we suspect that there is dishonesty or untruth in our life.....Look inside and feel the truth of our unsafeness....Listen to the truthful voice of our heart....Speak with the clarity of truth!
Our world will reflect who we are."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-11T10:51:00.002-04:00

"There are so many things on our plate that we may find that we postpone what is important to us. Some mornings I have great intentions, but my list of things to do takes me away from what should be my priority. A phone call or a deadline pulls me into a zone that steals precious time. When I stop, look and listen to the truth of what is going on I can quickly plug into me....the source that brings me to the present moment.

Here I can re-group and breathe fully ....letting go of the control that I put on myself. While I spend some time with my busy mind, my breathing dissolves the separation and I move into a relationship with my heart. I ask myself 'What is truly important?' and from here I let go of guilt, judgment and fear.

Unplug from the outside world and connect to the beat of your heart....it only takes a moment! This revitalizes me as I give some attention to myself in the middle of my busy-ness.

Continue to be conscious of who may be plugging into you to be their source .....don't give your power away...a great reminder is when you feel uncomfortable. Be aware of any times you might be plugging into others for attention. Breathe into the connection within and have faith that you are enough.

We don't need anyone's love and approval and they don't need ours. Our greatest gift is to know our worth and see it in others. I believe that we are all capable to find our way to live our life purpose with peace, unconditional love, passion and abundance. Sometimes we may be in struggle and other times in bliss....the journey is personal and powerful. Plug into all that you are and have faith each day."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-10T09:42:00.002-04:00

"Make love all day! Love making with our mind, body and spirit is our personal conscious connection and we are the one's who make the choice. Intimate and healthy communication with our own heart in mind and breathing into our feelings at the same time takes practice. Our relationship with our emotions is the doorway to more love and will strengthen our ability to be present and committed to our own intimacy. Our daily love making is nurturing our spirit as we open to kindness and gentleness. Feeding our souls with a spiritual connection lifts us to a higher vibration as we hold the space for any negative judgment or fear to dissolve. Nourishing our body, which is our sacred temple, with healthy foods while stretching and moving with exercise keeps us flexible and attractive. Acknowledge the battles inside where guilt and anger become the power and forgive ourselves and others for forgetting that the love and peace is always waiting to connect.

I try to take 15 minutes each day to breathe until I feel the space in me. I then hold any negativity that rises up....from here I feel the uncomfortable emotions. My Inner Workout supports me each day as I release and let go of any negative lie that I am believing. From this place of compassion and forgiveness I am free to feel more love. Throughout the day I try to be conscious of my breath and allow my heart to lead the way. Opening my heart allows me the opportunity to be in love and acceptance. When a negative experience appears I don't have to react and it is alot easier to be present and observe. It seems that when I am more comfortable with myself and experiencing my day from a positive and loving heart ...the day becomes my reflection. Love making is our personal connection with our own heart.....share it! Attract and Inspire your Beloved relationship when you are connected.

Join Bruce and I for a teleseminar tomorrow night...we will be talking about how we keep the Beloved Relationship alive each day!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-09T10:34:00.002-04:00

"Don't wait for someone to give you what you need. Give to yourself first so that your heart feels the connection of love or pain and from this place you can connect with your life and others without resentment, disappointment or neediness.This morning I took the opportunity to sleep an hour longer ... now I am ready for my busy day and my body feels rested.

Today is my daughter Lauren's 23rd birthday and I took time to be with her as I wrote a letter to her in my journal. I felt the joy of her beauty as the words painted my heart....it was lovely as I visited her with memories of fun times together. For 3 years now, Lauren has lived in Banff Alberta. She decided to throw herself a birthday bash yesterday with 40 friends and she rented a hotel suite on her own. She had so much fun planning her event! Usually I take a trip to see her during her Birthday week but this year Bruce and I were there a month earlier. Lauren took care of herself and I am so proud of her.

Treat yourself well, respect your needs and and try not to expect others to fill you up or make your life loving or exciting. Honor your family and friends and move any negativity away that keeps you cold and shut down. Call a friend from a loving heart ....not out of duty. Give to others from a place of peace ....be present with your heart and continue to breathe into your feelings. Be authentic with your life.

I find that when I make healthy choices for my mind, body, heart and spirit, I can then give from my nourished heart and I also attract experiences and relationships that desire the same connection. This intimacy with the heart is incredible practice for any beloved relationship.

Instead of waiting for someone to give to me and feeling disappointed....I take the time to be with all that I am. Our lives reflect for us a personal journey....living life fully with the negative and positive is a beautiful life. Being present with my true feelings is my responsibility.

Take the time for yourself today! Consciously breathing deeply for 15 minutes would be a great gift.
You are worth it!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-06T10:28:00.003-05:00

"My granddaughter, Mattea, at 7 months old is finally going to be living without casts up past her thighs. Because of her club feet, she has been casted each week since she was 6 days old. At Sick Kids Hospital yesterday, my daughter Lindsay and myself, experienced the joy of seeing sweet Mattea playing with her feet and opening to a new world. Her eyes were so bright as the doctor told us that she was so pleased with the alignment of her feet and Mattea could now be fitted for her boots and bars. We all cried as the relief moved into our hearts.

The doctor said that every child is uncomfortable with the new boots and bars for 24 hours and that she will probably cry and struggle. Mattea loved getting her new shoes and smiled and was happy through the whole experience. Lindsay and I looked at each other with joyous tears saying at the same time, 'She's just like us...she loves her new shoes.' With the flat bar holding them in place she looks like a snowboarder now.

Mattea will wear her new boots and bars 23 hours a day for up to 3 months. Her feet look so beautiful! And we are so grateful to her wonderful doctors, Barbara along with the surgeon who has performed this miracle. Their talents and incredible care has made a difference in Mattea's life.

Throughout these months, Lindsay, her husband Jay, Mattea and 3 year old Eli, have been stretched with sleepless nights, emotional and physical pain and fear. Lindsay's heart was exploding with happiness all day as she rested in the peace and enthusiasm for this new chapter in her daughter's life. The whole family has held the space for our children during this challenging time and it has been a great gift for us all."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-04T10:24:00.002-05:00

" Use gentleness today as you move into your precious moments. Try not to force your way, your thoughts, your mind onto others. Hold the space and accept someone just as they are. Connect to your own heart and allow the energy of life to move through you. Allow your loved ones to feel their uncomfortable pain and make their choice.

Be the pathway of love and understanding as judgment, control and fear melts away. Let go of any attachments that tell you you are better or someone is wrong. Time in this healing place guides all to the truth as your reflection and unconditionally loving heart reminds you to be here fully...a comfortable place of peace that holds joy, faith and acceptance.

Breathe fully and become conscious of your own loving breath."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-03T11:11:00.002-05:00

" We grow and expand getting to know all of the aspects of ourself, then we make the choice. We can design our own template and adopt the aspects that serve us fully, deepening our connection to the presence within. When we feel the emotions from our wounded child and be with them until the feelings of self-doubt, fear, disappointment or anger dissolve...we open to a space that is very loving and peaceful. No one can make this decision for us. No one can fix us or change us. We are the creators of our existence."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-03-02T10:02:00.002-05:00

" We rest in the heart. Know yourself and connect to the presence of peace and tranquility within...breathe and become the doorway as you live your life."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-27T09:53:00.003-05:00

The Message in the Space

The beauty of space within attracts the miracle of life,
birthed in each moment without our control.
The harmony of our breath……
without the interference of details and struggle,
make way for the space that is already there.
Take the time to walk with this space,
inside and outside of us.
Be in this place,
and feel the nothingness of everything.
Lift our own vibration to the level
where we have no mind.
The picture of the present
is the space that is like a canvas.
With the unfolding of the picture as you breathe……
the light and dark, giving birth
to the colors that are brilliant,
because the love has pulled the emotions
from the empty space to be felt.
As the picture unfolds,
the present moment embraces the masterpiece of peace.

Colleen Hoffman Smith

(Excerpt from my first book, Pocket Guide to your Heart)

2009-02-26T10:06:00.002-05:00

" The sweetness of Spring is peeking out this morning. Remember how it feels when your heart opens like a beautiful tulip. The peacefulness of nature reminding us that Springtime is living in us everyday as we birth new ideas, new relationships and more love."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-25T09:34:00.003-05:00

" Listen to the gentle voice that wakes you up to connection...and then connect with yourself and someone.
Stretch your body to welcome the day and connect to the peace within.
Feel the emotions that rise up...connect...take responsibility...release.
Acknowledge your feelings and connect with your heart.
Connect with your life from a place of deep connection.
Call that person who comes into your consciousness...connect.
Get to know the pain by listening...connect.
Understand your life because of the truth...the connection is waiting."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-24T10:59:00.002-05:00

"Each day we have obligations, commitments and chores that monopolize our time. Projects and business that needs our full attention. Usually from out of nowhere comes a call for help, a mess that needs sorting out and maybe even a house guest arriving for a week. Our agendas are full beyond capacity and we wonder how can we get it all done with ease...without anxiety....staying centered....not losing our cool....and without taking our stress out on others?

I also know that my body needs to exercise and be nourished with healthy food and on top of everything, I have to shower, put make-up on, do my hair and pick out a great outfit that will suit the day's events. Wow, somedays it just looks like mission impossible!

When overwhelmed, I make sure that I keep the commitment with myself first. To move out of worry that I can't possibly handle it all.

Meditation moves me from the details and chattering of my mind into a peaceful place in my heart. Here I feel open as I give to myself the comfort and faith that I will do my best. I also know that if I am supporting myself emotionally, the day will unfold better and I will have the support I need.

Asking for help when I am sitting in the center of my heart is also important. When I reach a calmness inside suddenly a space opens in me....and I drop into acceptance....and then another door opens and I move into faith....and from this place I expand into love and joy. Before I know it, excitement is rising up and I know that I am ready for my day.

The plans may change and many more circumstances may pop up....more opportunities to enhance my day.....but I am here fully.

I will allow the the energy of the day to move through me and instead of standing in the way....I will stay open.....in fact I am going to enjoy it all...and breathe into every moment and each opportunity to be present and alive. I AM HERE. "

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-23T10:36:00.002-05:00

"Last night, like millions of people all over the world, I watched the Academy Awards. I was very impressed with how the leading men and women were honored. When it was time for Best and Supporting Actors in both the women's and men's roles to be announced, 5 past Oscar award winners graced the stage.

Each icon gave tribute to one nominee with a script that moved through their heart, acknowledging each actor's talent and connecting to them on a very deep level. The camera moved from the actor who was speaking to the nominated actor who was receiving the accolades.

I was touched by each one, as I saw and felt the love and pride moving between the actors; as their eyes welled up and the nominee was overwhelmed with emotions. These powerful experiences staged a safe place for the audience to meet each leading actor in a very personal, beautiful and humbling moment in their lives.

Each nominated actor, whether they won or not were elevated up by their peers and the energy of everyone bowed down to their brilliance.

When the envelope was opened and the Best Actor was announced, he or she accepted the Oscar with dignity and surprise. In this moment they were all winners, they became one. The academy production choreographed a very honoring segment in the ceremony and gave each nominee a chance to shine. The Best Actor was held with respect and everyone stood up with heartfelt applause.

I believe that we were all privileged to observe and experience such an authentic and private moment with these talented people. This night raised the bar for all academy award presentations...an emotional connection and deepening between the actors and audience was achieved. Bravo!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-20T10:57:00.002-05:00

"It isn't up to anyone to fulfill us or make us whole....that is up to us. We will attract and inspire healthy relationships when we are. There are some people who just rub us the wrong way...make us feel not good enough....nervous or agitated....sometimes we walk on eggshells.

We can want to live alone, but in a relationship is where we have the opportunity to grow the most. If you are not with someone significant right now, check back and remember a relationship that created struggle and negativity. Connect with the emotional pain that is still living inside you....breathe into the feelings.....and with the privacy of your own relationship with your heart...use your voice to let go of any negativity that is suppressed.

Use The Inner Workout to connect with your emotional body and the uncomfortable untruths that are attached to anyone. Become healthier in your mind, spirit, body and heart as you remember the truth. "I don't need anyone's love and approval".

Once the negativity of fear, disappointment, self-doubt, anger and resentment is released and forgiven, there is more love and peace......and this daily communication with your self is the intimate, beloved relationship that supports you....fulfills you.....makes you whole.

Inspire your life from this beautiful connection and live free!"

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-19T08:44:00.002-05:00

"Try to live each day with one foot in and one foot out...feeling yourself...breathing fully into the present moment...being conscious and aware of what's happening around you and what's happening inside you.

Each moment unfolding as you live in the presence of all that there is and this precious place; living from the inside out trying to be aware of this connection throughout your day.

Breathe fully and BE here."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-18T11:16:00.002-05:00

"Do you wake up in love or in pain...Do you reach over and say good morning or feel nothing....Do you start the day with a glass lemon water or a cup of coffee....Do you stretch your body in the morning or do you get busy doing....Do you believe today or have you lost your faith....Do you feel your anxiety or do you listen to the chatter of your mind...Do you blame others or do you take responsibility.....Do you judge or accept....Do you choose to live fully or do you close your heart....Do you dance or do you sleep....Do you move forward with enjoyment or do you sit a while in denial....Do you get to know the mystery each day or do you hide from the truth...Do you live with guilt or forgiveness...Do you speak with criticism or do you have a voice with clarity and peace...Do you feel unfulfilled or are you listening for your needs...Are you waiting for love and passion to arrive or are you living in your love and passion...Are you waiting for your life to get better or are you living better in your life???

IT IS ALL PERFECT FOR US...AND EVERY CHOICE WE MAKE

IS THE RIGHT ONE AT THE TIME.

Breathe into each moment and choose with your heart in mind.....there are no mistakes.....it only takes a moment to remember .....breathe into the presence."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-17T11:41:00.002-05:00

"If we stop growing or stop becoming all that we are, we can feel stuck and this could be our hell...and our barometer of how we are feeling. When hell knocks at your door, move inside to your inner struggle and face the fear that is lurking.

The darkness of depression or anxiety of your emotional storm creates an opportunity to give yourself attention and love. It is not up to anyone to make you feel good about yourself. Self-responsibility opens your heart and the release of the fear that is attached to the outside world shifts your inner world.

From this space of peace there is no control and a chance for the universe to arrive and give you the gifts that you are worthy of. We don't know what is in our future...when our successes, abundance or beloveds are coming...but from this sacred place of peace and more love we can be patient while faith creates possibilities and enthusiasm.

Move your dark demons out of the way and allow your true love to live fully. Your nourished, loving and peaceful heart can manifest your future.

LOVE SAVES US!

Heaven has programmed your life...
live in heaven everyday."

Colleen Hoffman Smith

2009-02-16T10:05:00.001-05:00

"Today has been marked as family day. Whether or not you can be with your family in person...spend some time with them as you close your eyes and visualize each one of them and sit in the center of your heart. Feel the tenderness and the innocence as you spend time with each one. If you have any barriers with anyone, give it some attention today.

Allow any resentments, hurts or disappointments living in you and embrace and let them go. Forgive, so that your heart can resolve any differences and open to the love that is waiting for you. Visualize a healthy loving relationship and be patient.

Create family love and peace in your heart and home everyday. Be the one who inspires gentle, kindness and respect and send out a sweet invitation as you put out your welcome mat. Open the door to the heart of your family and celebrate the presence of peace and love."

Colleen Hoffman Smith