The act of “Intentional living”

When we make intention setting part of our daily life and really focus on those intentions the brain does some pretty amazing things (or acts in a pretty amazing way). There is a known change to occur within our brains neuronal network upon focusing on an intention.  We can think of intentions as basically neurochemicals which in turn help to grow neuronal pathways within the brain. You’ve probably heard the saying neurons that fire together wire together.

So, what does that actually mean?

A neuron is basically like a thought electrode which when wired with other likeminded thoughts can create either positive or negative actions to occur in our brain & ultimately our physical state.

To harness a well deserving thought process and help hard wire our brains neuronal network in a positive way, intentions can be key.

Creating a daily intention does not have to be complex but repetition is important as is commitment. To create a daily intention, it can be as easy as focusing on an empowering phrase or physically writing out steps to a goal that you wish to achieve. The tricky part is to cement it into your daily routine and ensure the language you use resonates on a deep level to connect with the feeling/outcome you desire.

A great way to bring harmony into your life is to include a daily wellness intention. Wellness intentions aid to kick unhealthy, non-deserving habits and replace them with intentions focused on your wellbeing.

Here are 3 tips for implementing your wellness intention into your daily routine…

1. Make your first 5 minutes of the morning count! Often our first thoughts of the day can forecast the overall mood for the whole day. Make sure your wellness intention is top of mind upon waking. It is a great way to quickly shift your mindset to a “can do” attitude.

2. Link your wellness intention to your goals. What is it that you really want to achieve? Think of your daily intention as a steppingstone to reaching your goal.

Here are some examples of wellness intentions that could link to a goal of improving your overall health & wellness….

• Today I will be calm and present in the moment
• Today I will make selfcare my no.1 priority
• Today I will be mindful of what I put into my body
• Today I will make time to do what makes me happy
• Today I will empower myself by focusing on healthy eating
• Today I will move my body in ways that I enjoy

3. Keep focused on your daily intention! Write it down, repeat it to yourself in the car on the way to work, keep it in your pocket, set it as a reminder on your phone. The more repetition the more you will solidify your intention into forming new neuronal pathways and create a positive automatic thought process.

Ultimately leading you closer to harnessing your goals and achieving a positive mindset!