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EP67: How Your Mindset Enhances Your Experiences

by Mary Tess Rooney | Jan 6, 2022 | Podcast

As 2022 starts up, take time to think through what you really want this year and what you are trying to manifest. No matter how the year unfolds, you can navigate anything you weren’t expecting. You only have to slow down, check your reality, and open your heart and mind to new possibilities. This episode talks about how your mindset can enhance your experiences.

I challenged you to choose a Word of the Year. Have you chosen one yet? A Word of the Year gives us an anchor that mirrors what can support us to be the best version of ourselves. Think of your word as support for when you feel some friction in whatever direction you’re going. Your Word of the Year can help you positively change your point of view.

I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP67’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. I can say I started the year off strong and set an intention of gifting myself a Wise Walk with solo meditation. At least, that was the plan. Listen with a smile as I tell you a story of friendly strangers, a clever shirt design, and a Wise Walk. One thing I learned: Each and everyday, you have the power to maneuver the way life unfolds.

On our Wise Walk, I talk about understanding how a Word of the Year can guide us to see unexpected things in a new light. My word for this year is “Gift”. In this episode, I share all the ways this word is already benefiting my year. As we take on this year with gusto and enthusiasm, come with me to reflect on these Wise Walk questions:

- - What is your Word of the Year?
  - How will your Word of the Year enhance your feelings, choices, and actions with everything that you do?
  - How does your Word of the Year empower you to walk in your True Stride and help manage any trigger responses that traditionally come up for you?

I encourage you to remind yourself that you are the expert on you. Be open to support in whatever forms that come your way. Have fun, and prioritize fun. Reflect as you align with your heart towards a direction that is truly calling you.

Open your mind to enhance the new experiences that help you grow in your True Stride. Check where your mind is at with these Wise Walk questions:

- - Where are you excited to receive surprises?
  - Where are you willing to let go of your plans if the universe has something better in store for you?
  - If you ever felt alone, are there opportunities where you can open up your heart? Can you welcome whoever enters as a gift instead of an intrusion?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[00:48] – Mary Tess is already feeling the benefits from her Word of the Year: Gift.

[03:13] – Why did the first Wise Walk of the year not go the way Mary Tess planned?

[05:53] – Mary Tess shares how she found the gift in the spontaneous moment when her plans changed.

[07:14] – Each and everyday you have the power to maneuver the way life unfolds.

[09:45] – The universe sends the interactions we need to evolve and grow closer to alignment.

[10:39] – Are you willing to open yourself up to new possibilities and gifts from the universe?

[11:37] – Mary Tess says she is grateful that she flipped her mindset to enhance her experience.

[13:29] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“The universe is going to be sending us people to help us evolve and help us really tune-in to our feelings so that we can make aligned choices and actions that really resonate with our heart.” – Mary Tess
“Be open to support in whatever forms that come your way.” – Mary Tess

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EP66: Practicing Reflection and Intention

by Mary Tess Rooney | Dec 30, 2021 | Podcast

Let’s reflect on all that last year offered, and let’s envision a new year bringing us more alignment. This episode talks about practicing reflection and intention.

Around this time, I’m feeling energized and happy as we wrap up the year. Are you excited for next year? A reflection process helps ground me in what my heart feels, including how I am in alignment or if I’m not in alignment with the life I want to design. Learning to be present with that awareness of alignment allows us to make new choices and take different actions in the upcoming year.

I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP66’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. I’ll tell you the many staple moments that embodied the meaning of True Stride over the past year. Listen as I share memories like celebrating one year of this podcast, pivoting during the 100-day challenge I took on earlier this year, and welcoming Trooper to the family.

On our Wise Walk, I suggest ways for you all to reflect on your year. From there, we can take a new path to a different vision for where we are headed. Curiosity and exploration open us to new experiences that can fill the next year with support that helps fuel our journey. To honor the lessons we learned over the past year, come with me to reflect on these Wise Walk questions:

- - What experiences do I cherish at this moment?
  - As we bring this year to a close, and start to look ahead, what are things we want to experience next year?
  - As you look back on this past year, and all you’ve experienced, how did those experiences make you feel?
  - How did you use Wise Walks in order to drop into your heart and make your choices and actions very intentional?
  - What was really good that showed up for you?
  - How have you focused on thoughts to create a reality that aligns with who you are and where you want to go?

I always want to be mindful of aligning with my heart, so when something feels unaligned I want to be able to give myself grace and permission to release it. I talk about this, alignment, letting go and making new choices based on what is currently resonating.

Since this episode is all about practicing reflection and intention, each question is particularly special. Let’s step into a brand new year with these Wise Walk questions:

- - As you look ahead to the New Year, what are you really excited about?
  - What are the experiences you want to embrace to create the expansion that you seek?
  - What is calling you, and how do you want to show up every day?
  - How do you want to experience this great adventure that we’re on each and every week?
  - What gifts are you going to give yourself in the coming year?
  - How are these gifts going to make you feel?
  - How do you envision 2022 supporting you and your Heart Value?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[01:20] – What 2021 moments stand out for Mary Tess? She discusses the podcast and Heart Value.

[03:31] – Mary Tess talks about learning from the experience of welcoming Trooper to the family.

[05:17] – This is what Mary Tess noticed as she explored new experiences interacting with a wide range of places, people, and more.

[07:30] – How can we find balance in new interactions and new dynamics?

[09:43] – Mary Tess reveals her plans for next year that will help her take on new challenges that are in alignment with what will serve her journey.

[11:12] – As you reflect on this past year, explore these questions.

[12:57] – Did Mary Tess choose a Word of the Year yet?

[15:05] – Mary Tess already has a list of activities she wants to explore. What’s on her list?

[16:56] – Mary Tess encourages everyone to reflect on last year, envision a new year, and pick a word to anchor yourself through the year.

[19:16] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“Everyone in life mirrors where we are in life.” -Mary Tess
“I always want to be mindful of aligning with my heart, so when something feels unaligned I want to be able to give myself grace and permission to release it.” -Mary Tess
“I encourage you to really hone in on your practice for taking Wise Walks with yourself, and figuring out how to better drop into your heart on a daily basis, or on a minute by minute basis, because you have all the answers inside of you. You are the Heart Value expert on you.” -Mary Tess

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EP65: What Gifts Are You Ready to Receive?

by Mary Tess Rooney | Dec 23, 2021 | Podcast

Are there times you feel resistance to receiving gifts, or do you ever feel unworthy of receiving gifts? This episode talks about consciously reminding yourself that you are worthy without doing anything special.

There’s a story about gifts, occasions, and worthiness that I feel called to share for this episode. Honestly, it’s a story from years ago that I always find myself telling since it’s such a good way to shift perspectives. Let me tell you what happened when I thought I was not ready to receive a beautiful gift from a friend.

I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP65’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. When it comes to receiving gifts, people can feel awkward about giving themselves permission to accept the gesture. What could possibly be holding someone back? There are moments where that awkwardness is actually resistance to celebrating worthiness.

On our Wise Walk, I emphasize the lesson that we are worthy without any particular requirement. People can talk themselves out of receiving gifts, but nothing is needed to celebrate worthiness. You might also deal with thoughts of not feeling worthy, so this episode is one reminder that you are very much worthy just as you are.

You don’t need to do anything special to be “enough”, you’re already enough. If you feel awkward about receiving gifts, love, compliments, or celebration, come with me to reflect on this core Wise Walk question:

- - What gifts are you ready to receive? (in whatever form)

While looking at your own experiences, you might notice how often you resist gifts that appear in life. You deserve those gifts! Take time to reflect on accepting the gifts you receive, and remind yourself that you are worthy.

Allow yourself to receive gifts, and give yourself permission to celebrate your worthiness. If you are ready to take a step past your resistance, tune in to hear this core Wise Walk question:

- - Are you willing to open yourself up and be vulnerable in a different way, and just give gratitude?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[00:54] – Mary Tess recalls when she turned down a gift. What happened?

[02:09] – May Tess explains why she was shocked at the response she got when she turned the gift down.

[04:00] – As you receive gifts, what are you feeling?

[04:58] – Mary Tess shares why she enjoys retelling that story of turning down a gift from a friend.

[06:47] – You’re worthy exactly as you are.

[07:34] – You give a gift by receiving a gift.

[08:33] – Mary Tess encourages everyone to give unexpected gifts.

[09:46] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“I am worth receiving love of any kind. It doesn’t have to be monetarily based. It could be just the gift of someone’s presence, or the gift of someone’s care, or the gift of someone looking after me, or having a laugh with me.” – Mary Tess
“Apply whatever gift you receive in your life, so that you’re consciously reminding yourself that you are worthy, and just because you are who you are. You’re worthy exactly as you are.” – Mary Tess

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EP64: How to Align with Your Word for the Year

by Mary Tess Rooney | Dec 16, 2021 | Podcast

If you want a powerful compass to guide you through 2022, choose a word for the year that’ll remind you on where to go. This episode talks about how to align with your Word for the Year.

Lately, I’m reflecting on what word will embody the upcoming year, 2022. Since 2010, I chose a word every year to anchor me as I move forward. It’s like a mirror that I want to see in myself, and that I want to carry with me in everything that I do. Choosing a word allows me to explore the intention I’m creating for myself.

I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP64’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. For 2021, my Word for the Year was “Heart Vibe”. I don’t choose a word of the year immediately; instead, I follow a process to fully feel through, try on, apply the word to examine how the word resonates.

On our Wise Walk, I take everyone through the process of choosing a word. Exploring what resonates for the upcoming year is important before committing to a Word for the Year. Listen as I guide us through this relaxed and joyful process of picking a Word for the Year. Sometimes words match, but don’t resonate with what you want moving forward. You’ll be glad you took time to clarify what you envision through this episode.

To make things more relatable, I share which words I am considering for my 2022 Word for the Year. I’m checking out the areas of my life to reflect on these Wise Walk questions and more:

- - What intention are you creating and manifesting for yourself?
  - What’s the support that you need, and what word comes up as you consider this?
  - When you try on the word, what do you feel and what comes up for you as you experiment?

Get ready to explore the 4-step process mentioned in the episode on how to align with your Word for the Year. How are you stepping into the words you are considering to discover what does or doesn’t resonate? There’s no rush. Don’t be afraid to ditch what doesn’t work to come up with something better.

If you want to get a solid start on improving your upcoming year, start with getting clarity around your anchoring intention. As you join today, tune in to hear these Wise Walk questions:

- - What are the possible applications of this word that you envision for your life?
  - How do those applications and using that word make you feel?
  - How can you playfully try on the word you are considering?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[01:24] – What was the first Word of the Year Mary Tess chose back in 2010? What was this year’s word in 2021?

[03:22] – Mary Tess uses four areas of focus as she goes through a word to consider.

[05:09] – Mary Tess explains how to explore the feelings brought up when considering a word.

[07:32] – Mary Tess was considering the word “Less” for 2022.

[09:25] – The word “Less” didn’t fully fit in with what Mary Tess wanted after she checked in with herself. Here’s why.

[11:15] – Explore synonyms of words that hold the desired intention.

[13:27] – Choose words that bring joy and playfulness into the pursuit of your Heart Value.

[15:01] – Heart Value’s feature in a local publication turned into a mishap. Is there something good within the mishap?

[16:55] – Mary Tess reflects on how she turned a mishap into a brighter experience.

[19:10] – Through the book-name-mishap, Mary Tess says she found a “Gift”.

[21:45] – Follow your Heart Value to really try on an intention before committing.

[24:20] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“Each time I put myself out there, I know that the Universe is lining up the things that need to come my way.” – Mary Tess

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EP63: Ways to Co-Create Soulful Love with Dr. Chelsea Wakefield, PhD, LCSW

by Mary Tess Rooney | Dec 9, 2021 | Podcast

Any couple problems can be addressed through personal growth, since most relationship issues come from interlocking complexes. This episode talks about ways to co-create soulful love.

In previous generations, societal structures such as marriage had a different purpose. Being happy in a romantic relationship was not necessarily a priority. In our society today, people want meaningful relationships in life, both romantic and platonic. People are looking for a deeper, more intimate relationship.

Dr. Chelsea Wakefield, PhD, LCSW is our guest for EP63’s Wise Walk and guides people to having more enriched relationships. As a relationship expert, Chelsea is a psychotherapist, couples therapist, author, educator, and international workshop and retreat leader. Most of her work is done as an associate professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences where she’s director of the couples center. She trains other couples therapists, has her own clinical practice, and puts together workshops about relationships.

On our Wise Walk, Chelsea and I discuss the importance of knowing yourself, and bringing your whole and best self into any relationship. That includes knowing our triggers and shadows as well as getting in tune with who your partner is and not who you wish they could be. Honest awareness encourages individuals to identify what really matters and connect in relationships on a deeper level.

Inspired by Chelsea’s book The Labyrinth Of Love: The Path to a Soulful Relationship, she talks about the 6 Love Capacities, personal growth, and co-regulating to prompt reflection on these Wise Walk questions and more:

- - Is there such a thing as soul mates?
  - How can people look for suitors to create a soulful relationship?
  - How can people reflect on their triggers?
  - What can people do to find balance in co-regulating?

Chelsea suggests that the first step in choosing or being someone ready for a soulful relationship is someone with the willingness to grow.

If you want learn to get a better grasp on your internal dialogue, and recognize the different relationship types, tune in to hear these Wise Walk questions:

- - How does communication change as the nervous system develops?
  - How are you applying what your nervous system is telling you into your everyday relationships?
  - What types of relationships are you seeking right now, and how do they make you feel?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[02:39] – Dr. Chelsea Wakefield gives her take on her latest work for enriching relationships. Where should people start to change relationship issues?

[04:55] – What does Chelsea think about the idea of “finding” a soulmate?

[07:29] – Listen as Chelsea gives a brief introduction of the 6 Love Capacities. First is Commitment.

[09:20] – The next of the 6 Love Capacities are Courage and Curiosity.

[11:08] – The next of the 6 Love Capacities is Communication.

[13:54] – The next of the 6 Love Capacities is Compassion.

[16:35] – Chelsea explains the concept of a Bright Shadow within interpersonal relationships.

[18:05] – Compassion is a great anecdote for feeling shame, which wears away relationships.

[19:37] – The next of the 6 Love Capacities is Creativity.

[21: 57] – How can people reflect on their triggers? Why is it important to identify triggers?

[24:00] – What is co-regulating?

[26:21] – Chelsea talks about understanding the separation between intention and impact.

[28:09] – What if only one person in the relationship is trying to grow in effective communication?

[30:59] – When should people leave relationships? Chelsea talks about balancing choices of whether to stay or leave, especially for women.

[33:37] – Chelsea gives her thoughts on what people who are currently single can ask themselves about building soulful relationships.

[36:05] – Chelsea gives her thoughts on what people who are currently in a romantic relationship can ask themselves about building more soulful relationships.

[39:02] – Constantly choose the relationship you want to build and work on your shadow elements.

[41:38] – Go into discovery mode on where you fit in with the 6 Love Capacities.

[43:54] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“We don’t actually find a soulmate. What we do is we create a soulful relationship.” – Chelsea
“Compassion doesn’t mean we aren’t accountable. It just means that we’re being mindful that we’re being human, and we’re allowing ourselves not to have to be perfect.” – Chelsea
“You cannot be in relationship with someone for their potential. You have to be in a relationship because of who they are in that moment.” – Mary Tess
“If you are noticing that you have these triggers or the shadow elements, how can you take responsibility for them? How can you communicate that in a different way that you are heard, understood, and appreciated for the work you’re trying to do on yourself and how you’re trying to co-create something different in the relationship because you want a different outcome.” – Mary Tess

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EP62: How Space and Focus Nurtures Growth

by Mary Tess Rooney | Dec 2, 2021 | Podcast

Life can get so busy that it can seem that it’s happening without us, but we should remember that space and focus create intentional evolution. This episode talks about how space and focus nurtures growth.

Over the holiday, I had time to see virtual friends I made during the pandemic, high school friends, my old English teacher, and of course my friends and family in person! I had a long drive and decided to make the occasion even more special by bringing my dog Trooper along. It was Trooper’s first long trip!

I’m here to spend quality, solo time with you for EP62’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. My recent adventure with my puppy Trooper is an example of how space and focus gave us an opportunity for growth. Since I have an intention to travel with my dogs, I knew that ten month old Trooper needed more experience to reach his full potential in our family pack. Taking Trooper along with me for the holidays allowed me to give Trooper focused attention and space to develop into being a good travel companion.

On our Wise Walk, I tie together the connection between my and Trooper’s development and ways we can show up for personal evolution in our own lives. Listen as I touch on creating opportunities for new challenges, building space to grow, and managing attention to be present in the journey.

During this conversation, I share how to give yourself space to nurture something that is calling you to reflect on these Wise Walk questions and more:

- - What is calling you, and have you given yourself the space to nurture that side of you?
  - How are you intentionally creating focus to nurture that side of you?
  - How are you managing space and focus so you can go after what’s in your heart?

Everything in life is about noticing our feelings and our choices that are available to us, then taking action based on that heart-centered alignment. We hit our True Stride when we stay connected to our Heart Value.

If you want to understand where you can cultivate space and focus for yourself, tune in to hear these Wise Walk questions:

- - How are you preparing to fully step into the space you create for yourself?
  - What is inspiring your intentional evolution?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[02:53] – Mary Tess reflects on the choices of making space for Trooper to get comfortable being a traveling dog.

[04:52] – Mary Tess says that Trooper’s great response to a new environment gave her more confidence about future trips.

[07:05] – Here are the questions for this episode’s Wise Walk.

[08:14] – Trooper is like a goofy, fun-loving teenager and is still learning proper companion skills.

[09:52] – What did Mary Tess need to do to provide extra space and focus for Trooper?

[12:28] – Changes in Trooper’s behavior are noticeable. Trooper matured.

[14:00] – Mary Tess shares how space and focus helped her shift from corporate America to being an author.

[16:49] – Mary Tess expresses her thoughts about taking on podcasting and connecting with Striders.

[18:29] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“By ‘space’, I mean what are you willing to let go of, or stop doing, or release so that you have the space to give yourself the focus and attention that deserves where you want to go.” – Mary Tess
“Space and focus create intentional evolution.” – Mary Tess

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EP61: How Are Your Thoughts Creating Intentional Experiences?

by Mary Tess Rooney | Nov 25, 2021 | Podcast

When you crave a feeling, idea, or thought, you are more likely to seek or replicate that thing in the world around you. This episode talks about understanding how thoughts create intentional experiences.

Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you all are spending the holidays in whichever way helps you tune into your Joy Frequency. Personally, I’m traveling to visit my family for the holidays.

For right now, I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP61’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. I can tell you that I’m excited this Thanksgiving to hug and laugh with people I did not see in a while. My crave and excitement for hugs actually began showing up in other interactions in a very wholesome manner. Those experiences are part of what sparked today’s quick conversation.

On our Wise Walk, I discuss why the habits and thoughts developed from your internal cravings influence the things you seek or replicate in how you operate. Really pay attention to the patterns of your brain. You’ll notice reflections of what you already planted in your mind. Since this happens naturally, you can also use that knowledge to understand yourself better.

During this brief chit-chat, I share my perspective of creating intentional experiences from my thoughts to reflect on these Wise Walk questions and more:

- - What are you training your brain to crave?
  - What thoughts are you planting in your mind?

Being intentional about what you are feeding your brain can train your brain to anticipate positivity, engagement, or whatever you are craving. This helps you prepare to receive.

If you want to understand how to plant thoughts that align with your True Stride, tune in to hear these Wise Walk questions:

- - How are we being intentional about the thoughts we plant?
  - How can we better prepare ourselves to receive what we crave?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[00:47] – Mary Tess shares a lesson from a book on happiness.

[01:46] – Habitual thoughts and mindsets ripple into how you are inclined to view the world.

[02:39] – Mary Tess retells how her excitement for the holidays transferred into her interactions with others.

[04:54] – Mary Tess encourages everyone to step into the world with intention and be open to receiving.

[06:07] – Take actions that align with your Hear Value.

[06:42] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“I can really influence my mindset. I can really be selective about how my thoughts impact my future.” – Mary Tess

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EP60: As a Creator, How Do You Nurture and Restore?

by Mary Tess Rooney | Nov 18, 2021 | Podcast

Creations blossom as a result of our contributions and our efforts. Every time we share our creations, it’s time to celebrate our impact and recharge ourselves. This episode talks about managing ourselves as we move through the creation process.

Let’s really reflect on what you’re creating in your life, and what I’m creating in my life, and this idea of us being creators. We’re all creators, regardless of what we are creating, doing, or being. With simply our presence on this Earth, we are creating within ourselves and interacting with the things around us.

I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP60’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. I’m still on a high from publishing my first book, Heart Value. While enjoying the finished project, I keep finding lessons in the time I spent on this creation. More than that, this creation is showing me that the work isn’t done. I’m gradually discovering ways to continue supporting my first book and supporting you all as you connect with the content.

On our Wise Walk, I discuss how we as creators can cultivate the art of creating and nurturing towards anything in life. I give examples from behind-the-scenes of wrapping up the book launch and celebrating a job well done. Later in the conversation, I share thoughts on how we occasionally bump into the need to pivot with the ebb and flow of life around us.

I explore what it means to be kind to yourself, and show up better, to reflect on these Wise Walk questions and more:

- - What is something you’re working on, or striding towards, that you know is going to change your life and it’s going to need different types of nurturing?
  - As you go on this journey and think about the other things you want to create, how do you want to pace yourself?
  - How are you going to incorporate that intuitive sense of nourishment and recovery, so that you can be your best self at every step of the way?
  - Whatever your creation is, as life ebbs and flows, can you make the space to always make your way back to it?

If you’re finishing a project or in the middle of a project, tune in to hear these Wise Walk questions to find a way to pace and nurture yourself:

- - How are we slowing down and nurturing that creator within us?
  - How are we recovering once we launch something?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[02:20] – Mary Tess shares the variety of ways her energy pulled her in different directions in the weeks leading up to Heart Value being officially published.

[04:02] – Here are the questions we are thinking of on this Wise Walk.

[05:57] – To nurture your being, sometimes the most effective method is to simply be kind to yourself.

[07:35] – What happens when you give yourself space to be human on your journey?

[09:11] – Mary Tess shares her gratitude for the outpouring of support in her first-time author journey.

[11:40] – What continues to feed creations after they are launched? Listen to Mary Tess talk about recovering to show up better.

[13:39] – There is an ebb and flow in life to honor.

[16:36] – Think about where you are and how you are nurturing your creations.

[19:14] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“This recovery idea is all about trying to invite this pacing for myself, so I can fire on all cylinders when I’m in that GO-mode. When I’m in that recovery-mode, I give myself the kindness to kind of stop, recharge, and just reevaluate.” – Mary Tess
“Whatever it is that’s important to you, it’s also important to this world. You have something. You have Heart Value that you deserve to share and that people are going to benefit from.” – Mary Tess

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EP59: A Day of Remembrance and Intentions

by Mary Tess Rooney | Nov 11, 2021 | Podcast

I’m feeling giddy about the future. Do you know that feeling? I look back on the amazing nuances of my journey, and think that 11/11 matches what this moment means to me. Today, this episode reflects a day of remembrance and intentions.

I’m choosing to start two new practices for myself on this date of 11/11. From here on out, I continue to honor Veterans and take time to clearly set intentions around my Heart Value as 11/11 is also the publication date of my first book. I almost can’t believe the time is already here, and that I get to share this moment in a meaningful way with you.

I’m here to spend quality solo time with you for EP59’s Wise Walk as we discover our True Stride. I often say that we are on this adventure together, and I mean it. We are showing up on our journeys and giving each other support. I’m grateful for that.

On our Wise Walk, I explain the personal and historical connection of 11/11, how to awaken your inner self to attain your highest good, and how to align with practices that match the intentions calling you. With every new door that opens, we have the opportunity to hit the reset button on our intentions and attention. Let’s focus on emotionally and energetically connecting to our True Stride.

I talk through a visualization of honoring past and present Veterans to reflect on these Wise Walk questions and more:

- - What are the ways you can plan to honor Veterans?
  - During your remembrance tribute, what thoughts and energetic sentiments will you silently share to give appreciation?

On the True Stride podcast, we take a Wise Walk to slow down and check our reality. True Stride is that feeling you get when you’re aligned in your heart with all that you do, and you feel energized and happy with each and every step that you take. I’m your host, Mary Tess Rooney, and I am coming to you solo on this episode. Grab a seat and get comfortable!!

If you’re curious about what intentions are calling you, tune in to hear these Wise Walk questions to practice being aligned with your intentions:

- - As you trust your inner compass, and listen to your heart, what intentions will you mentally share in order to signal that you are in a position to receive whatever is best for your highest good?
  - How do you want to show up and be of service to others and give gratitude on this special remembrance day?
  - What practices expand your ability to reset and refocus on what truly matters to you?
  - What’s one small intention you will make to follow your heart and be of service to others?

Join this inspiring community to uncover a new sense of freedom, and be sure to follow and review the True Stride podcast as we continue to exchange our light and Heart Value with each other.

In this episode:

[00:23] – Welcome to the show!

[01:53] – The day 11/11 holds personal and historical relevance. What’s the story!

[03:14] – Why did Mary Tess choose 11/11 as the publication date of her first book Heart Value?

[05:18] – Open up to receive support from the energy around you.

[07:55] – For Mary Tess, 11/11 is a day to honor Veterans and a day to set intentions. How will she carry out these practices?

[09:55] – Listen to Mary Tess visualize the practice of honoring Veterans, and gain clarity on how to align with this practice.

[12:29] – Don’t forget to enjoy and prioritize fun as you meditate and manifest what your heart of hearts is calling you to.

[14:36] – Like Heart Value being a calling for Mary Tess, take a step back to recognize what intentions are calling you.

[16:10] – Writing and publishing a book literally takes an entire team bringing their skills together.

[18:33] – Thank you for listening!

Memorable Quotes:

“With a positive mindset and an openness to what’s possible, then we’re able to receive support.” – Mary Tess
“Embrace your Heart Value connections, enjoy your adventures, and get your stride on.” – Mary Tess

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