Stories

Stories

Given the opportunity, we respond well to deep exploration of who we are. However, we are more accustomed to inquiries about our professions and accomplishments and sometimes discover that we are initially less open to sharing the more personal landscapes within ourselves.

This past weekend a group of women and I gathered at “Serenity On The Mountain” in Deep Creek Lake, Maryland to delve into our individual and collective voices using both the written and spoken word. Our outer world persona is so dominant that we do not always recognize and acknowledge the inner part of ourselves. Too often, we hide, squash, ignore or simply take our true expressions and feelings for granted.

It takes some quiet time…away from it all…to face what is real. How often do we ask ourselves probing questions and then take the time actually answering them as openly and honestly as we can? How often do we share these findings with others?

It is time to look deeply into your own eyes and celebrate the stories there!

Spring…a time of rebirth and rejuvenation…a time to share!

Warmly,
Mozella

Mozella Perry Ademiluyi
Motivational StoryTeller™

Be Where You’re Headed

Peru"Immediately after you stand on the peak of a mountain you step forward and begin to climb a higher mountain which is down below" Kobun Chino

I am reading an insightful book entitled "The Answer To How Is Yes" by Peter Block. The title itself speaks volumes. The author says we should identify and commit to acting on what matters before we immediately start on the trail with the 'how' questions.

When I looked at the initially daunting peak of Machu Picchu, I was on the top of it before I figured out how to get there. I saw it one day and climbed it the next – sure, I had to find a guide, agree on a time, fit my water supplies, first aid kit, snacks and camera into a small backpack, etc. etc. However, I had already said "Yes" — Had I started with how long will it take, do I have the energy, how many others make it to the top, how do I do this alone without my sisters or friends, I would not have made a move! "How" can immobilize you if asked too soon – the answer to how is most often yes!

What mattered was that I really wanted to experience the "heart chakra of the earth."

'Be there' from right where you are!

Step forward!
mozella

Mozella Perry Ademiluyi
Motivational StoryTeller™

The Man In The Tree

Man in Tree"Once upon a time" – these four words are immediately relaxing, as like magic they encourage us to settle in for story time.

I celebrate the fantasies of fairy tales, knights, castles, princes and magical potions – they allow our minds to step into expansive adventure. Our imagination is like a treasure chest: lots of goodies inside if you just keep digging.

My next book is entitled "Once Upon A Time" and invites us to explore the value and depth of "story".  The expression of our own voices in creative form liberates us from the mundane. The more we let go, the more we have to give.

There is an artist in each of us. Choose your 'canvas' and express yourself on it, in it, around and through it.

Oh, and by the way…do you see that old man in the tree?

and the story never ends
mozella

Mozella Perry Ademiluyi
Motivational StoryTeller™

Time To Play

Yes, play! When is the last time you played? Have you ever heard that in a 24-hour period it is recommended to spend 8 hours for work (that's easy!) 8 hours for sleep (hmmm…challenging for many of us) and 8 hours for play (oh really?!)

Time To Play

Play…for eight hours…most of us fall very short. I counted time spent with family, friends and myself, threw in cooking as well and still did not make it.

It makes you stop and think though. Why do we struggle with play so much? Why do we fail to carve out enough 'me time' and 'us time'? Given the demands of today's society, it may not be realistic to expect 8 hours of play; however, it is certainly worth a try!

I sometimes arrange my doll collection, play with Jacks (I'm good) and Pick Up Sticks (remember those?) and believe it or not, find sanity there. I enjoy 'watching' our family playing Monopoly — I'm the party pooper, it takes too long to play. I absolutely treasure the dwindling sit down dinner times too.  Even then, these are too sporadic to count toward regular playtime.

We sigh and call them the good ole' days…I say we take some of the good stuff back!

On your marks, get set…go claim some playtime,
Mozella

Mozella Perry Ademiluyi
Motivational StoryTeller™