Florence Gaia, RN, M.Ed. Transformational Nurse Coach

04/10/2025

For your consideration This was NOT taught to me by my childhood religion but learned over the years with help of therapy and wonderful women spiritual teachers and practices. #3 was a big challenge that I mastered in my 3 step Transforming the Inner Critic process .

“Thinking good of oneself involves cultivating self-love, self-acceptance, and self-worth. Here are some potent points and practices to help you do so:

1. *Practice self-compassion*: Treat yourself with kindness, understanding, and patience. Acknowledge your imperfections and remember that everyone makes mistakes.
2. *Focus on strengths*: Rather than dwelling on weaknesses, highlight your positive qualities, skills, and accomplishments.
3. *Challenge negative self-talk*: Notice when you're engaging in self-criticism, and replace those thoughts with affirming, empowering ones.
4. *Set boundaries*: Learn to say "no" to things that drain your energy and say "yes" to those that nourish your mind, body, and soul.
5. *Celebrate successes*: Acknowledge and celebrate your achievements, no matter how small they may seem.
6. *Practice mindfulness and self-care*: Take care of your physical, emotional, and mental well-being by engaging in activities that bring you joy and relaxation.
7. *Surround yourself with positivity*: Spend time with people who uplift and support you, and avoid those who bring you down.
8. *Embrace your uniqueness*: Recognize that you're one of a kind, and that your individuality is something to be cherished.
9. *Practice gratitude*: Focus on the things you're thankful for, rather than dwelling on negative thoughts or circumstances.
10. *Repeat affirmations*: Use positive affirmations to rewire your mind with empowering thoughts and beliefs.

Remember, thinking good of yourself is a journey, not a destination. Be gentle, patient, and kind to yourself as you work on cultivating a more positive and loving relationship with yourself.

03/13/2025

He’d better comply! WE the people need to take back our government from this insanity!

The ruling applies to workers who were fired from six agencies during recent purge of government workers.

02/12/2025

And, this is why it is called the Gulf of Mexico.

02/11/2025

Take heart Lennette.. And the Supreme Court won’t save him.
“let people know that there are challenges to these behaviors. The public has to know about the constitutional and other challenges to these acts. The judges have to know about it as well. These are the boundaries of our democracy”

The work of these lawsuits, of these cases, is more than just halting behaviors that are unlawful.

01/22/2025

Make no mistake twisting the truth begins with these exsecutive orders. The very last thing this is is “America First” This is “Corporate & Billionaires First” and the care & safety of people, the children the planet LAST!
“Republican lawmakers this week began to explore ways they might use their new House and Senate majorities to unwind federal climate, education, financial, health, labor and tax rules they dislike.”

Trump's plan to rethink the federal government has begun, with a focus on undoing Biden's policies.

01/04/2025

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Ten Unknown Facts About
1. Founding and History: BMW, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, was founded in 1916 in Munich, Germany, initially producing aircraft engines. The company transitioned to motorcycle production in the 1920s and eventually to automobiles in the 1930s.
2. Iconic Logo: The BMW logo, often referred to as the "roundel," consists of a black ring intersecting with four quadrants of blue and white. It represents the company's origins in aviation, with the blue and white symbolizing a spinning propeller against a clear blue sky.
3. Innovation in Technology: BMW is renowned for its innovations in automotive technology. It introduced the world's first electric car, the BMW i3, in 2013, and has been a leader in developing advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS) and hybrid powertrains.
4. Performance and Motorsport Heritage: BMW has a strong heritage in motorsport, particularly in touring car and Formula 1 racing. The brand's M division produces high-performance variants of their regular models, known for their precision engineering and exhilarating driving dynamics.
5. Global Presence: BMW is a global automotive Company
6. Luxury and Design: BMW is synonymous with luxury and distinctive design, crafting vehicles that blend elegance with cutting-edge technology and comfort.
7. Sustainable Practices: BMW has committed to sustainability, incorporating eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes into its vehicles, as well as advancing electric vehicle technology with models like the BMW i4 and iX.
8. Global Manufacturing: BMW operates numerous production facilities worldwide, including in Germany, the United States, China, and other countries, ensuring a global reach and localized production.
9. Brand Portfolio: In addition to its renowned BMW brand, the company also owns MINI and Rolls-Royce, catering to a diverse range of automotive tastes and luxury segments.
10. Cultural Impact: BMW's vehicles often become cultural icons, featured in films, music videos, and celebrated for their design and engineering excellence worldwide.

11/12/2024

Sometimes, when everything gets too overwhelming, I just shut myself off.

I ignore the calls, let the messages sit unread, and retreat to a place where I can just be alone. It’s not about running away from anyone – it’s about giving myself space to breathe. There’s a strange comfort in stepping back from the world, letting myself sit in the quiet, and just feeling whatever I need to feel without explaining it to anyone.

I think we all have days like that – when even the smallest noise feels like too much. So I let myself turn it all down. I take time to sort through my own thoughts, to just sit with what’s weighing on me.

It’s not easy, but sometimes, facing it alone brings a kind of calm that nothing else can. And slowly, piece by piece, I find my way back to myself, a little stronger, a little clearer.

~ Lj Blossoms, Writer’s Blossoms

~ Art by Lucy Almey Bird

08/22/2024

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06/10/2024

This is the essence of my teaching and the work I do with clients using ancient healing practices of conscious Breathwork & shamanic journeying. More than changing your mindset this is about a whole new life-body transformation,a radical self-care & self regard.

Staying positive isn’t about suppressing negative emotions or always being cheerful. It’s about allowing yourself to experience every feeling authentically and without guilt. Embracing the full spectrum of your emotions, understanding that you are multifaceted, and loving every part of yourself is key. The aim is not to achieve a constant state of happiness, but rather to cultivate deep self-acceptance and compassion for all aspects of your being.🌿