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Remembering that you are not alone and that you are loved is so helpful during the uncertainty of change . Reaching out for help is an empowering way to focus on what you have control of and allows others to support you reminding you that you are loved and cared about . Choosing to receive help is a gift you give yourself and the giver .

These self-nurturing practices will support you in cultivating curiosity , trust , and an open heart during the change process . As Rumi wrote , “ How do you know that the side you are used to is better than the one to come ?” Prioritizing nurturing yourself will give you the strength and courage to navigate change with grace and will support you in learning to surf the waves you cannot control .

KELLEY GRIMES , MSW - Kelley is an empowering counselor , self-nurturing expert , sought-after speaker , an expert columnist for Aspire Magazine , expert instructor for InspiredLivingUniversity . com and the author of best-selling book , The Art of Self-Nurturing : A Field

Guide to Living with More Peace , Joy & Meaning .

Kelley

She is the founder of Cultivating Peace and Joy , inspiring individuals to nurture peace in the world from the inside out . Kelley is passionate about empowering overwhelmed and exhausted individuals to live with more peace , joy , and meaning through the practice of self-nurturing . She loves working with individuals , couples , and families in person and virtually to transform their lives . In addition , she provides professional and leadership development to organizations dedicated to making the world a better place .

She is honored to have been awarded the Graduate “ Above and Beyond ” Field Instructor Award from San Diego State University and the “ Olive Branch ” Award from Hands of Peace . Download your free Self-Nurturing Starter Kit at www . cultivatingpeaceandjoy . com .