Day 8: Summer of Separation – Mirror Work Experience Note: This is sacred work. ******************************************** Do not share what you say in your mirror. That is between you and you. You may share what you feel from embracing the work. Thank you. Mirror Work Prompt (2 Minutes) Stand or sit in front of a mirror. Look directly into your own eyes. No distractions. No rushing. Step 1: Ground (20–30 seconds) Take a slow breath in through your nose and out through your mouth. Soften your face. Relax your shoulders. Just observe yourself without judgment. Step 2: Confront & Witness (30–40 seconds) Say (out loud): “I see the part of me that has been holding onto [insert pattern — fear, doubt, overgiving, self‑abandonment, etc.].” Pause. Let any emotion come up. Don’t fix it—witness it. If you want deeper exploration later, you can revisit: - fear patterns - self‑abandonment cycles - overgiving tendencies - Step 3: Rewire with Affirmation (60 seconds) Repeat slowly, maintaining eye contact: “I am no longer operating from [pattern]. I choose to see myself clearly, fully, and truthfully. I trust myself to show up as the version of me I am becoming. My voice, my presence, and my power are safe to express.” Repeat 2–3 times, letting the words land in your body. Why This Works (Tie to Your Intentions) Neurological Imprinting Eye contact + voice creates a stronger neural association than silent affirmations. You’re pairing identity with sensory input. Confronting Resistance The mirror doesn’t let you dissociate. If discomfort arises, that’s the doorway to transformation. Cultivating the Observing Self You begin to separate from the old pattern and witness it, instead, of allowing it to control us. Transforming Inner Dialogue You’re not just thinking new thoughts—you’re declaring identity in a way your subconscious recognizes as real. If you want to explore this further, you can dive into: - observing self practices - identity reprogramming

Evening Ritual for Day 1 Close the day with intention The Decompression Practice — 5 minutes of intentional breathing before bed to signal the nervous system that the day is complete. What did I notice about myself today? Where did I default to old patterns? What am I choosing differently tomorrow? Evening Reflection Prompt — Three questions to answer nightly: I Will Go First. - What did I notice about myself today I have been meaning to take a nap all day. However, when I get in a groove or really get into rhythm, I never quite get around to that nap. - Where did I default to old patterns? Honestly, I have been pretty progressive today. Yesterday I was in a zoom where I noticed some old patterns coming up. I felt a bit uncomfortable in the space. I feel that came up because of my apparel and how I was seeing myself in relation to the others in the space. Even though they were very kind and welcoming, I felt awkward. I took quick restroom break during the session, and when I came back, I was bit a better. However, I noticed that insecure feeling was still there a bit. - What am I choosing differently tomorrow? Right now, I am feeling like I was progressive today so I will stay on it tomorrow. Gratitude With Depth — Not just what you're grateful for but why it matters to your growth right now. Grateful for internal and external support for my efforts. Sometimes we have to keep in mind that even though we may feel like we lack physical support. We always are supported. Even in the unseen realms. Release Writing — Write down anything you're still carrying from the day. Then physically close the journal. Symbolic but powerful. Grateful right now. Grateful for all of you in the space.

Renaissance Circle, join me in welcoming @Sharmonica Pugh Grateful and glad to have you with us Sharmonica. When you get an opportunity, please introduce yourself and dive into our Summer of Separation Experience and let me know if you have any questions.

Nature Time....What do you think this is? How does it speak to you?

Renaissance Circle Fam, please join me in welcoming @Sahnye Waldrum Grateful and glad to have you with us as I am @Zona Lord who joined today. When you ladies get a chance, definitely introduce yourselves. The goal with this space is definitely to create a space for collective and collaborative growth in business as well as outside so share about you and your spaces as well. Thank you for being here with us.