Horse Hippie’s Morning Mantras

Being Sensitive

Morning Mantra: "A sensitive soul isn't the problem, it's the solution." We don't need to harden ourselves and grow a thicker skin.  We don't need to man-up and pretend we don't care about what's happening all around us. The world doesn’t benefit from people shutting down or becoming guarded and unfeeling.  It grows stronger through empathy, kindness, and understanding.  Staying open-hearted in a difficult world isn’t weakness, it’s real strength. We need more people who are willing to feel, to care, and to lead with compassion rather than fear. You can be open-hearted AND protect your peace at the same time.  You don't have to buy in to their fear, propaganda or rhetoric.  Just stay ground in love, offer that love to those you can and take comfort in knowing you are sensitive AND strong. #BeSensitive  #BeHappy #BeHorsey #BeHippie #HorseHippie #MorningMantra #WordsToInspire #InspirationalQuotes #SmallBusinessOwner #WomenOwned #HorseHippieBoutique #MorningMotivation #Equestrian #HorseLover #QuotesToInspire #HorseHippieBoutique

Let Life Flow

Morning Mantra: "Surrender to what is, let go of what was, have faith in what will be."  Sometimes I ask myself why I keep clinging to the idea of control, or to anger for things that have long since passed, or for my need to worry about every detail? Letting go of control does not mean giving up, nor does it mean abandoning the effort to bring good things into your life. What it means is freeing yourself from the need to cling, allowing things to flow, having faith that it will be okay and that you can handle it. When you give up trying to control everything something magical happens, you give God room to work.   Lighten your load. Loosen your grip. Let your life flow. Let go, and free yourself to live with grace and joy.  Image: Jenny Hunter #BeWillingToLetGo  #BeHappy #BeHorsey #BeHippie #HOrseHippie #MorningMantra #inspirationalQuote

Why is it So Hard to be Nice?

Morning Mantra: “Just be nice. It’s that simple.” No one really knows what someone else is going through. Or how they are feeling inside.  That snippy waitress might be preparing for her last day with a loved one.   Someone else might have just lost their job.  Your stand-offish co-worker might be dealing with a troubled marriage.  That guy that didn’t see that the light had turned green might be spaced out from just learning he has cancer.   That woman panhandling in the parking lot might be living in her car after leaving an abusive relationship. Even those that appear super happy might be carrying some pain they aren’t ready to face.   We just never know. So, this is your reminder to just be nice.  Be kind. Be generous.  Give love. Give help. Give them a break. #BeNice #BeHappy #BeHorsey #BeHippie #HorseHippie #MorningMantra #inspirationalQuotes #MorningMotivation #Equestrian #HorseLover #QuotesToInspire #HorseHippieBrand #HorseHippieBoutique

Calm Yourself

Morning Mantra: "Everything will be okay."    You can't calm the storm so stop trying, what you can do is calm yourself.   Breathe and remember you've been in this place of discomfort before and you survived.  You've been this stressed and scared before, and you know these feelings can't break you.   The world has felt this heavy before and you managed. Stressing about the stress only causes more stress and as you know, that doesn't "fix" anything. Just sit with your feelings and eventually they will pass.  Maybe not right now, but they will.  And you will look back and wonder why you ever doubted your resilience.   #BeCalmInTheStorm  #BeHappy #BeHorsey #BeHippie #HorseHippie #MorningMantra #InspirationalQuotes

Be Honest With Yourself

Morning Mantra: "Tell people what you need.  You'll either get it or realize they can't give it to you.  Both are gifts."    This was one of the hardest things I had to learn.  People can't read my mind.  I used to think, "If they KNOW me, then they'll know what I want/need." Don't ever assume others know what you want or need emotionally. It's hard, but necessary to communicate this openly and honestly.   They can only offer what they understand to be a need. On the other hand, never try and un-need what you need.  If it's important to you then stick to it, don't try to change so they can meet your needs easier.   People will either be right for you or they won't.  But trying to change so they fit, will only diminish you.  This is where resentment grows. Speak your truth.  Your needs.  Your dreams.  Your desires.   It is both a gift to receive the support you require, or to see that they cannot be the one.  Either they are your person or they aren't.  But at least there is no more wasted time. No miscommunication.  No more frustration from unmet needs. #BeHonestWithYourNeeds #BeHappy #BeHorsey #BeHippie #HorseHippie #MorningMantra #InspirationalQuotes