Greetings from the Owl’s Nest
I want to express my deep gratitude for this harmonious community. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I find myself reflecting on how much your trust and engagement mean to me. Whether you’ve been with me for years or just joined (a warm welcome to our newest subscribers!), your presence here inspires me every day.
While many of you may never meet, there’s a shared spirit here—a collective commitment to growth, healing, and inner peace. For those seeking deeper connection, I’m thrilled that some of you will soon have the opportunity to come together through the group coaching program I’m preparing. More details are on the way, and I can’t wait to see how this next chapter unfolds for us all.
As we transition into the final months of the year, I’d like to share some thoughts on what can be a challenging time for many. Regardless of how current events have unfolded, or whether the world feels a little more certain or uncertain to you today, I invite you to take a moment to turn inward.
These days, it’s easy to get caught up in the swirl of external events, especially when everything feels so out of our control. Anxiety often stems from our focus on what lies beyond our reach. But there is one thing we can always control—our internal landscape.
During these times, I encourage you to ground yourself in what’s truly certain: the quiet, steady presence within you. When we shift our focus from the chaos outside to the calm inside, we open the door to clarity, inner peace, and even the answers we’ve been seeking. Whether the outcome around us aligns with our hopes or not, our greatest resource for resilience lies within.
One powerful practice I recommend is called the 5x5 Self-Connection Check-In. It’s simple, yet profoundly grounding:
Find a quiet space where you won’t be interrupted for five minutes.
Ask yourself these five questions and allow your answers to surface naturally:
What emotion am I feeling most strongly right now?
What part of my body is holding tension, and how can I ease it?
What do I need most in this moment to feel supported?
What thought or belief am I holding onto that I can release?
What is one small act of kindness I can offer myself today?
Take five slow, deep breaths after answering each question, allowing yourself to process your reflections.
This practice creates a pause in your day to tune into your needs, recalibrate, and strengthen your inner resilience. It’s a reminder that no matter what’s happening outside, your inner resources are ready to support you. Step away from the noise, try the 5x5 Self-Connection Check-In, and remind yourself that within you lies a wellspring of clarity, strength, and wisdom.
Warm regards,
Sally Clayton
Owl’s Nest Therapeutic Coaching
