I woke up this morning feeling especially grateful for each of you.
It’s because of you that I’m able to live my dream. It’s because of you that I get to make a living sharing from my heart – creating books, products, and communities that are a direct reflection of my soul. It’s because of you that I have felt comfortable enough and safe enough to share my true self – knowing that I am loved and cheered on by you.
And I thank you. Truly.
Our hearts are bound together, and I can feel your love. While many of us may have never met in person, our souls are connected in deep ways. We are on such a beautiful journey together – one of discovering who we are at the soul level and then bravely sharing our true self with the world.
When you read this, know that I am sending love and gratitude in that exact moment. My soul will feel you, and we will share a few moments together in loving light.
I wanted to host a holiday giveaway as a way to show my gratitude, appreciation, and love! I love giving things away, and I hope you take each prize into your heart and feel the love that went into creating it!
There will be 3 winners, and here are the prizes:
Prize 1: 1 copy of our brand-new bestselling book: 365 Ways to Connect with Your Soul ($18.95 value)!
This book just came out last month and is a fun addition to your spiritual practice! It’s such a great tool to have by your side as you begin a new year! You can learn more about this prize here.
Prize 2: One Deck of Soul Clarity Cards ($17.95 value)!
These are my go-to deck whenever I want to receive a message directly from my soul. You can learn more about this prize here.
Prize 3: 3 Soulful Journals of your choice ($30 value)!
We currently have 16 titles in this series – each is a wonderful way to help you go within and learn more about yourself in a fun, soulful way. You can see all of the titles that you’ll be able to choose from here.
If you would like to enter, please leave a comment below by 11:59 pst on December 30th sharing one thing that you learned about yourself during 2015 and one thing that you’re excited about for 2016.
I’ll randomly choose the winners and will announce them here on January 1st.
Good luck, everyone!
Thank you SO much for being part of my life. I’m so grateful for you all.
Hugs and love,
P.S. – If you haven’t already signed up as a contributing author to our next book, 365 Moments of Grace, please be sure to do so soon! Over 250 days are already reserved! It’s such a wonderful way to share your story with others. You can learn all about it and sign up here: http://www.365momentsofgrace.com.
This year I’ve learnt that LOVE lies in everything I do, especially in my biz.
For the next year I am excited to implement my biz along new paths both online and offline.
I’ve learnt there is so much love and beauty within me. I am looking forward for next year, where this is more of this and I express this, also to receive similar love, vibration.
What I have learned about myself in 2015 is that I am truly worth being here. That I matter. Allowing myself to fully step into “ME”. What I’m excited about in 2016 is that I get to share that “ME” with the world and help other women to step into themselves and share with the world!! xoxo
I have learned that I am stronger than I thought I was and I’m looking forward to 2016 to learn to live more in the moment
I have learned I can do things that are scary! I am looking forward to trusting myself to live LARGE in 2016!
This year I lost everything – my fiance, job, home, possessions and even my cat. I learned that when you are in a difficult situation there are people out there to support and help you get back on your feet. I don’t know what I would have done without them! The worst year ever actually turned into a year where I found a lot of new, good friends and learned that losing all of your possessions, although quite panic inducing at first, is actually very liberating. In 2016 I plan to build on these foundations and build myself a life that I will enjoy much more. Wishing everyone a wonderful 2016!
2015 gave me the opportunity to realize that I need to take of me by releasing control of what I cannot control and I look forward to EMBRACE 2016 by Engaging Momentum By Realizing Alignment, Clarity & Empowerment!
In 2015 I have realized how much I value creative endeavors. In 2016 I am excited to create a new, better me while continuing in creative pursuits.
I have learned that each and every one of us has our own special light to share. We all need to shine brightly, because some where along our journey we are all a beacon for someone else.
One thing I learned about myself in 2015 is that I can still loosen up a little and achieve goals while also tending to my relationships and compromising.
For 2016, I am excited about decluttering my life, finding more opportunities to get my family outdoors, and nurturing relationships I have formed this year!
Thanks for offering this giveaway!
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I relearned that my judgments about others block me from them. I am excited about moving into more clarity around my power.
I learned that as attractive as freedom is, it can also be scary. I’ve also learned that the only way out is through, and I can do it!
For 2016 I look forward to sharing a new program to help dancers be free, body and mind, spirit soaring.
This year I Rewrote My Story and Came back to Life. Thank you!
2015 was a year of so many ups and downs energies..personal and for our Mother Earth..but I ve learned to stay light and to keep my faith in me, in the Humans and in the Angels..that everything is perfect ..so lets keep this Shining Light to Bright and Light our Life and days in the New Year 2016
Yay! Would love to win! In 2015 I discovered my strength. 2016 is all about Thriving!
Happy Holidays Jodi!
Candi
In 2015 I learned a lot about who I am and who I can be. I came to realize that i can make a difference, I can touch people’s hearts and souls. The manner in which I do it is unimportant. It is only important that I do it.
As I go into 2016, I realize I was pushing too hard and too fast. I am switching gears, taking my practices with me, but I am ready to do so at a slower and more intense level, a deeper level. I can already feel the glow.
Wow! Hoping to win I do need help connecting to my soul at times. 🙂
Thank you
In 2015 I learned that vulnerability brings healing and grief is healed through support. In 2016 I look forward to clarity & focus in my writing.
In 2015 I learned that I am not trapped in the sufferings of my past, and that my life is starting a brand new and wonderful path.
In 2016, I’m excited to see where my life takes me. I’m excited to open the gates so I can run free.
I have learned that sometimes when something bad (or something I interpret as bad) is happening to try to ease myself along with it… looking back some of the worst moments in my life I know recognize as “the best possible thing” was actually happening at the time. I just couldn’t see it for the pain. I have actually learned that I deserve to be happy and I believe it!
The hardest thing for me to do this year was to learn to love myself .. by forgiving myself for the choices I’ve made and starting a journey of self discovery. It’s not been easy, in fact often quite scary, but I know in my heart that I owe it to myself and my children to be the person I was born to be.No more hiding, no more excuses, no more pretending everything is just ‘fine’! 2016 will see me climbing my metaphorical mountains on this new path and I am going to love this journey, no matter what!
This year I have learned that my biggest underlying limiting belief is “I am not good enough”, and it influences me most strongly under strong, long-term stress, especially when my energy is low due to health reasons. I have also learned that somewhere in there I do hold the belief that the universe is a good place. And I have learned that my remaining family holds no grudges, loves and welcomes me.
I treasure this, and in 2016 I am excited about reconnecting further with my remaining family, and about teaching myself that I am good enough.
Oh, I hope I win!!
I have learned that I do have gifts that are worthwhile! I am excited to move into 2016 and share those gifts.
This year I learned that it works best for me to take small steps toward a goal.Many people have said this but this year I finally tried it. I began the year setting aside just 5 minutes to write in my journal, then 5 more to do jumping jacks or squats or some other exercise, then I’d go on youtube and do the 6.5 minute meditation by Marianne Williamson. I slowly increased my time at each activity as I found things that I enjoyed doing with each. At the end of the year (well… as of today, Dec. 20) I am exercising 30 minutes each day, I am on day 2 of a 40 day meditation challenge with davidji. I believe it’s 30 minutes (not sure because he talks some before…) and I write extensively in my journal- I love it-that’s the best part for me!I discovered that I love to write and that I am much more peaceful and calm after meditating. I am not quite “there” yet with exercise. I do it but I don’t enjoy it so I look forward to finding the exercise that is right for me in 2016!
I learned that my passion for helping others, outweighs my personal concerns. I give of my self unselfishly without expectations….
I’ve learned over the past year, that I shouldn’t “always” push myself so hard and that I do need to take the time to take better care of myself.
What I’m looking forward to in 2016, Newness! New career, new (and better)goals, fabulous newness!
Oh! I got so excited thinking about 2016 forgot to say “Thank you!” for the giveaway! Thank you!
In 2015, I learned (once again) the importance of setting boundaries with the people in my life. I look forward to working with the grieving in new ways in 2016. I love your hearts, Dan and Jodi. God bless you!
Congratulations, Dar! You won a copy of our brand-new bestselling book: 365 Ways to Connect with Your Soul ($18.95 value)! I’ll email you now for you address. Yay! 🙂
Thank you so very much for the inspiration and gentle well being you share with this community. I enjoy reading your blogs and seeing your beautiful artwork. You are make a difference in my life. I am glad that you and Dan are share your gifts.
WOW! To sum up all I learned in 2015 is hard! I learned more about myself than in 51 yrs! I now love myself and have become more spiritual, confident, and lovable. My past relationship hurt badly, and I let it go with the help of prayer & angels! I’m stronger, more patient and I give more to helping others but learned that I need to love & take care of me first! I so look forward to the new beginnings of 2016, I know it’s going to be an incredible year!
I’m sorry, I forgot to say Thank you for all that you have taught me too! I love the work you do, and you are inspiring! Thanks for being on this journey with me! lots of love and blessings to you!
I learned I’m stronger than I thought in 2015.
In 2016 I plan on getting back to teaching Reiki classes now that I’m in a brand new state.
This year I learned to let go and let God. To not panic when things didn’t happen as quickly as I wanted or the way I wanted. To go with it, when things came my way even if it was out of my comfort level. To trust myself and honour my instincts.
It’s been a year of growth :D. Next year I can’t wait to see what it feels like to be a published author. This is huge for me. For over 10 years I’ve wanted to do this, but every time I would talk myself out of it. To know that this is about to be a reality is surreal. It is going to be amazing. Thank you.
Learning – acknowledged how tired I am and how much I need self care, I also learned how much I miss community- friends and like minded souls. For 2016 – I intend to stay the course. Stay happy, committed, and connected. Sending love and warm healing light.
Congratulations, Julie! You won 3 Soulful Journals of your choice ($30 value)! I’ll email you now with details! Yay! 🙂
I learned how to stand up for myself. I am not finished with this growth but I have certainly made progress, which even I can see. I am looking forward to continuing on this journey and enjoying each and every moment. Have a wonderful holiday season!
I have learned that the greatest joy can come from the simplest things. Like a baby’s smile or faces lighting up just seeing you. Hugs can make things seem much easier to handle.
I like me and no one can hurt me emotionally unless i let them.
In 2016 i plan to move on with my life and make new friends
This year, I learned how strong I really am and in 2016 I look forward to having more TRUST and CONSISTENCY, restored health and much abundance!
One thing I learned about myself in 2015 is I can do hard things. I “inherited” 6 children and then when my mother passed on to heaven, I am a single aunt-mommy. It is the hardest most rewarding thing to me. I want to re-learn how to nourish myself in 2016 so I can keep giving all that is good to these children.
In 2015, I learned that anger does not get you very many places.
I had some work done to my car at a garage.
They did faulty work and my brakes went out and I hit another car which caused me some neurological damage.
The faulty work by the garage caused my brake system to be damaged beyond repair and I had to get rid of my car.
I have sent the last 6 months trying to recover but I have had an uphill battle and I am still unable to drive .
I have worked hard at not being angry at this garage and I have consciencely decided to put my energy into recovering my health.
I have realized that I have strengths that I did not know I have and I have been humbled by my experiences such as trying to find rides to get to places when in the past I could just hope in the car and drive.
My goal in 2016 is to be able to drive again and take better care of myself.
In 2015 I have learnt that I had not forgiven me and actually had judged myself for past “mistakes”. For 2016 I’m excited to grow my “standing up for myself:)”!! Thank you. Nadja
2015 I learned that asking for help does not revoke your independence card. I still skew too independent for my own good, but I’m learning.
In 2015 I learned that I have more influence and control over my happiness. Also I manifested wonderful supportive tools and communities. Jodi and Dan’s Sanctuary is a beautiful, and nurturing group. In 2016 I’m looking forward to expand and practice tools from my spiritual toolbox!!!
In 2015 I learned that I can be strong and independent while still letting others get close to me.. I need to take a breather and refresh myself now and then, but there is nothing wrong with that, and the important people in my life understand that.
This year I learned to be more comfortable in my own skin and with being alone. I learned that even though I want love in my life I am not willing to compromise myself or be controlled or abused to get it.
In 2016 I am looking forward to expanding my heart to love myself more and allowing others to love me. I am excited for the future and what it holds for me.
In 2015 I learned to truly hear my connection to my soul and beyond in ways words will never be able to express, and truly excited to see the unfolding this coming year will bring
In 2015, I learned that I want to be my authentic self and that everything I do (work, play, relationships, etc) has to be rooted in feeding and nurturing my soul and helping others. I am excited to present my authentic self to the world in 2016.
This year I have been going through a very messy divorce. I lost money, personal items and parts of my home destroyed and transportation to work. But what I have learned is that Prayer is very powerful, and you learn who your true friends are. My family, co-workers and friends have been very supportive and helpful. I am resilent and can move on by putting the past, negativity and hurt behind me.
I Learned to trust that things will be ok, and that what I need will be there when I need it.
I learned to trust that what I need will be there when I need it.
One of the most important things I learned in 2015 was that your life does not need to be perfect for me to be happy. You can be happy for the little things in each day and be grateful for even the things that go wrong as each one holds a lesson for us to learn something.
The most important thing that I learned in 2015 is that I can survive when major obstacles are presented in my life. For 2016, I am excited about all the new adventures that life will bring me.
Hello, this year i learnt that it’s ok for me to have a stress-free life based on my core values and not to feel guilty about that whilst everyone around me rushes and gets stressed. For 2016 I’m excited about learning my way; reaffirming what I’m here to do. Thanks for asking and fingers crossed! x
Thank you for this fabulous opportunity. In 2015 I learned it all comes down to LOVE. When I am vulnerable and authentic, I show up as love. When people act they way they do, whatever that looks like, it all comes down to — they want love.
In 2016 I am learning to expect miracles every day. By anticipating miracles every day, I see things differently and cause things to happen. Life and learning is so much fun!
In 2015 I’ve learned not to take any of my relationships for granted. You never know how/when they may end. I look forward to 2016 to learn to keep myself more grounded and connected to those I love.
I’ve learned that I need to let go of the resentment and anger toward a witness to a violent crime. I am looking forward to finally releasing this anger and forgiving him so that I can continue to heal my soul.
Thank you Jodi for your monthly Soul Clarity Cards, these have helped me and so many others.
Have a Blessed Christmas and a Joyful New Year.
I learned that I needed to gain confidence, balance & clarity. I started doing Yoga and practicing mindfulness & meditation. Things are starting to balance with time, focus & positive energy! 🙂
What I’ve learned about myself during 2015:
That I could write and read it in public. People really like how I write and express myself. I love writing and want to give some serious time to it!
What I am excited about for 2016:
I had an image that I was making a 180 degree turn around from the Past (the “known” and lifeless) to the Future, which was a scene with fields and hills and mountains that I am to fill in as I go along with color and life and totally “New” experiences.
I’ve learned I am enough and I am good. I’m excited to keep breaking the chains that I allow to keep me from what I really want
I have faced and come through two major surgeries this year. I have learned that I have courage. I look forward to learning more about energy and healing in 2016.
I learned that I’m not always the one that is wrong and when someone accuses me of something I know is not true, it’s more their issue then them trying to make me the bad guy. I’m excited for a fresh start in 2016 and regaining my self esteem and understanding the underling issues of someone else’s issues. And hopefully understanding and empathizing with them like I would like done for me. 🙂 <3 Much love and light! May you and every soul walking their path have a blessed and prosperous new year in 2016!<3
I ook do forward to be more in tune sith my soul and accomplish my life’s calling.
I have learned in 2015 to trust my spirit nudges & intuition more…to see Divine Love in all people and situations. Everything works together for the highest good of all! I’m beyond excited to express through writing, with my new website loveserveinspire.com and with 365 Moments of Grace. I’m also thrilled to add to my Reiki training and to complete advanced yoga teacher training in 2016. Each day is a wonderful adventure, a balance of simply being in calm awareness, receiving Divine Love and wisdom, and acting out our life purpose, giving this amazing love away. Blessings to you all! XOXO
This year I learned that love can be a powerful force and also that I am stringer than I think I am. For 2016 I am looking forward to making more connections with people. Thank you.
This year I learned that I play a pivotal part in what is manifested in my life & my surroundings; passivity still leads to cause & effect.
In 2016 I’m looking forward to following my passion & establishing financial security for me and my family. Woot Woot!
I learned that you can push through heartbreaks and survive.
I have learnt that meeting my own needs enables me to support others more than when I constantly strived to make others happy.
I am excited about the possibilities 2016 holds for my personal growth and the growth of my closet relationships.
I am so grateful for both you and Dan and the help/guidance I’ve received from you.
Now as I recover from a series of strokes I find myself excited to see where 2016 will take me.
I am still learning about me but I learned others opinions about me is none of my business. No matter what I will always be here for me. Even if I have a bad day doesn’t mean I’m a bad person.
I hope to conquer all my addictions in 2016
This has been a year of continual change. I have realized personal and professional change. I have used the resources here and the information my colleagues provided to aid in my classes with the women I care for. Jodi, have been instrumental in providing additional assistance for me and others who work with the homeless and others who would otherwise not have the tool to use real communication skills to deal with negative behaviors. Thanks you!!
2015 has been the toughest year for me so far. In May I had to go on sick leave after being diagnosed with 5 different things and ever since I have not yet returned to my normal life fully. I was taking 6 pills a day to deal with all the problems I was going through and it has just been difficult as I also had to leave my home to be taken care of. The most important lesson I learned includes several things: first of all learning to take care of myself and listening to myself more. During some time I tried to convince myself that nothing was happening to me until it became impossible to continue neglecting the situation. I learned I need to stand up for myself and know how to put limits. I learned I need to come first and I need to be my priority. I learned that I need to stop putting work and everything else first. I was brave enough to seek for help and follow my treatment. I then decided to stop putting chemicals into my body and I stopped taking the medication on my own as the doctor refused to take them away. I have now recovered and tomorrow after 8 months I will be back to work. For 2016 I’m looking forward to restoring and taking better care of myself. I would absolutely love to get your new book as I’m sure it would be very inspiring and a good source of support for me. I hope you all have a great Xmas and thank you for being there always!
I have learn to release my fear and my stories of lack. In the new year I will manifest and claim the abundance that is already mine vibrationally.
This year I learned that I no longer want to be overtaken by the to-do list after I allowed myself to be overtaken by the to-do list! It was a classic case of “you don’t know what you want, until you know what you don’t want!” That was a valuable (and at times hard) lesson to learn as I discovered what is truly important. One thing I am super excited about for 2016 is being a part of the next book, 365 Moments of Grace – oh yeah!
I am so looking forward to getting these materials in my hands this year. I don’t know where to start but am looking forward to the adventure. I don’t quite remember how we got connected but I’m very thankful for the connection. This is my year to open up and explore where I have never been before with a new awareness of life. Ready to do life big and i know we can do this better together with like minds.
In 2015, I learned how to be more present within myself and how to be more assertive, as well as how to set boundaries in my personal relationships with family. As bad as 2015 seemed on the surface, it really was a turning point for me on my inner journey. I’m excited about all of the life-changes and opportunities I see on my horizon in 2016!
Congratulations, Brooke! You won a deck of Soul Clarity Cards! I’ll email you now for your address! Yay! 🙂
Thank you so much, Jodi! What a wonderful to start the new year. Thank you for doing this giveaway! My soul will definitely appreciate the cards! 🙂
I learned that I am the master of my abilities and think well on my feet. My soul is in the drivers seat and I am more prepared than I imagined because I am constantly growing, learning and doing the work. Namaste!
I learned that I have learned enough, that I am good enough, and that the point of learning is to apply myself and do something. I am excited to go into 2016 with belief in myself, to share my talents, and to trust that the right people and energy will be attracted as I offer of my self into the world.
I have learned this year how to turn pain into power. And that there are blessings in everything good and bad. In 2016 I intend to embrace everything with love and open arms. I am open to all possibilities and ready for whatever life brings.
I have learned the feeling of that eternal, infinite energy and the stillness of its presence. I hope to go deeper and deeper into this awakening.