10 steps to protect my vibe

Every year I learn things that help me grow and release, grow and release. This year, I am so grateful and happy to say that I learned so much about myself, about my views on life, and about my beliefs. I am so appreciative that amidst all the pain and struggle, the challenges and fear, I was still able to find a silver lining – and that shiny tinsel is made of love, hope, and faith.

I have grown wiser this year and in the spirit of openness and generosity, I am excited to share what I learned with all of you – whoever is reading this right, just know that you are meant to read this.

We all have an energy that we carry within us. We hold it deep inside and it reverberates around us. It’s called a vibe and you have to protect it. It affects you on so many levels – emotionally, mentally, spiritually, psychically, physiologically (ok, you get the point). I have taken the time to write out the 10 ways I have chosen to protect my vibe – I have worked to cultivate an openness and happiness, a life of positivity and love, and with these steps, I’m sure to continue in the direction I want to go in in my life. 

10 Steps to Protect your Vibe:

1. Let go of things you can’t control

2. Avoid comparing yourself to others

3. Keep your faith larger than your fears

4. Don’t do anything that doesn’t feel right

5. Don’t be afraid to spend time alone

6. Avoid gossip and bashing others

7. Speak kindly to yourself and to other people

8. Please yourself before trying to please others

9. Stay away from people who drain your energy

10. Ignore any opinions that don’t enhance your life

I am choosing to share what I’ve learned with you because when you learn something so powerful, it’s important to share the gift with the world. I have gotten more and more selective with who I let into my life, who I share time with, who I spend energy on, and who I allow to affect me. It’s my energy and I do have control on who I spend it on. My circle has gotten smaller, but with that has come more intimacy, more intention, and tightness. My bubble (yes, my covid bubble) has made me realize that all I really need in life are the close people around me, and as long as I have them, my life is overflowing. What have you learned this year?

Photography by Patricia Brochu