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Practicing Presence: Finding Joy in the Now

Hello, Empowered Women! 💫

As we step into November, our theme is Gratitude & Growth — and we begin by slowing down to savor the present moment. 🕊️

This week’s topic, Practicing Presence: Finding Joy in the Now, invites us to pause, breathe, and remember that this moment is all we truly have.

So often we’re pulled by our to-do lists, past regrets, or future worries. But healing begins when we learn to be here, fully — in our bodies, our breath, our joy, and our awareness.

💬 Discussion Prompts

Feel free to respond to any of these in the community chat or your journal:

What brings you joy right now?
When was the last time you felt fully present?
What distractions keep you from being in the moment?
How does presence feel in your body?

📝 Journal Prompt Ideas

“What’s one small joy I overlooked this week?”
“Where in my life am I rushing, and what would it look like to slow down?”
“How does practicing presence support my healing?”

🎯 Mini Challenge: At least once this week, put your phone away and spend 10 minutes being with yourself, nature, a loved one, or in silence.

🧘🏽‍♀️ Affirmation: “I am grounded in the present. I am safe. I am here.”

💌 Don’t forget to check out the downloadable journal pages and respond in the discussion board. Your voice matters. Your story is sacred. We’re growing — together.

With gratitude,

Lourdes

Founder of WMCS Education & Community Services Corp

Facilitator of Let’s Talk Tuesdays 💕

Resources:

Video: You Don't Find Happiness, You Create It | Katarina Blom | TEDxGöteborg

Video: Mindfulness is for Everyone: How To Be More Present In Your Life | Eric López Maya | TEDxMSU

Journal added (FREE)! Print it, write in it, and start your journey to growth!

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Practicing Presence: Finding Joy in the Now