Barefootalk for Developing Minds

2025 Kansas Snow Storm Thoughts

2025-01-11T07:12:00.000-08:00

As a caretaker of farm animals living in Kansas..

Summer Bodies really are made in the Winter.

The last week has been a test of strength & stamina taking on Mother Nature. We are blessed to live where we have 4 seasons… and know if we give it some time the weather will change.

A few lesson’s learned:

4 wheel drive vehicles are NOT optional

Keep a shovel with you. 4 wheel drive helps but still gets stuck.

Don’t expect animals (or people) to go into snow deeper than their hips.

Hot water is not optional.

Salt Water in a Milk Jug does NO GOOD in sub zero temps.

When there is a thick layer of ice underneath, walking in snow is a better option, than completely cleared away snow.

Guineas take time to adjust going in, once they do they are not too proud to cozy up with the farm cats & baby goats!

After a few day’s the path’s develop and get wider daily.

Hydrate with electrolytes. (So thankful I keep a back stock of Hydrate+)

There’s no mistakes in Life… only lesson’s and those lessons will be repeated until they are learned.

P.S. Summer bodies really are made in the winter

Building a Mindset for a Happy Life

2024-02-04T05:50:00.000-08:00

You don't FIND a Happy Life...
You BUILD it!

So you might we wondering where do I start?

Setting an intention may help.

Have you ever tried setting an intention for your day?

It's made a big difference for me!

Setting a morning intention is like programming your brain for the day ahead. It sets the tone for your day and can help you prioritize tasks, stay focused, and even handle challenges better.

When I start my day with an intention, it doesn't mean that everything will go perfectly, but it helps keep me on track with what matters most.

How to Start Your Day with an Intention

Find a quiet moment in your morning routine, maybe while sipping your morning drink or after a short meditation.
Take a deep breath and think about what you want from the day. What do you want to accomplish, how do you want to feel, or what mindset do you want to have?

Your intention can be as simple or fancy as you like. Here are some examples:

To focus on what’s going well
To complete a particular task
To be more patient throughout the day
To experience more joy
To stand up and move more
To eat in ways that nourish your body
Or, use an affirmation, like: “I am committed to my well-being journey. Today is an opportunity to grow and thrive in mind, body, and spirit.”

Tip: Experiment to see what kinds of intentions are most helpful for you.
OR
I personally follow the "I choose Joy" daily routine.

Called the 4-G's
1. Gratitude: write 10 things your grateful for.
2. Goals: 1 Long Term and 2 Short Term
3. Growth: 30 min. of growing your mind
4. Grace: give grace to those on your mind you can't control and move on.

This is a QUICK version! Would you like more detail on this and many more mindset hacks for a long happy life? Plug into our Be Better - Wellness Lifestyle Community @ http://bebetter.b-barefoot.com

Suffer from ANXIETY? ...Natural tips for keeping Anxiety at Bay

2016-05-23T10:29:00.003-07:00

Although it's best to get to the root cause of anxiety, sometimes before that happens or while you are working on the "root" cause you just want to feel better.

If I'm speaking your language then listen up. A business associate, (Sara) shared her testimony on what helped her with anxiety and it was so compelling I wanted to share it with you.

Sara shared this about ANXIETY: okay friends, I just wanted to share because I had a breakthrough with my anxiety. I have had generalized anxiety for many years and was also diagnosed with PMDD (although I suspected hormonal imbalance). After many failed attempts with doctors and horrible trials with pharmas (which I was hesitant to try) I seem to be making great strides by DOUBLING and adding a few Shaklee new supplements. I wanted to pass on my regimen in the event that anyone either has anxiety or customers that are facing this issue.

Shaklee Life Shake for breakfast.
More protein the better.
Two B-Complex in the AM
One Vitamin E in AM
Vitamin C- sustained release in AM
Two OmegaGuard in AM
One magnesium in AM
Two Vita- Lea in AM
Two Vitamin D in AM
Two B- Complex in afternoon around slump hour
Two OmegaGuard in afternoon
One GLA (made a big difference)
One Magnesium afternoon
Prior to this I was on one Life Shake, one dose of B-Complex, one dose of OmegaGuard, one dose of Magnesium, and Vitamin D.
Added Vita Lea, Vitamin E, GLA, and doubled the rest. This made a huge difference.
I just wanted to share!

Shortly after Sara shared this a couple questions came along...
I have two questions. #1 How long did it take you to start seeing results?
#2. I'm curious Why stress relief complex isn't in your regimen? I am so thankful that you posted this. You are going to help many people!

Sara's Reply...
"Honestly it doesn't help sustain for long periods of time. By the afternoon, I can feel my anxiety coming back. This is why I added the extra B's and extra OmegaGuard. Essentially, I can feel relief within an hour or two after supplementation that generally seems to last for about half of the day. So I know that about 4:30, my anxiety seems to peak- so about 3 I start taking my second round and then I don't have to worry about an anxiety peak at about 4:30.

That is why I didn't think the supplements were working, but they were- just not long enough to make it through the day. As for stress relief, it kind of makes me feel so relaxed that I don't much care for that feeling. Not sleepy, but I don't feel as sharp as I need to be at my job. I do like it, but more for times where I can kick back and relax. It would be a good weekend supplement for me or evening perhaps."

Everybody's body is different what works like clockwork for one person doesn't necessarily work like that for another. I personally have many customers that swear by Shaklee's Stress Relief Complex. They don't necessarily take it everyday just in times they know they will be under lots of stress. For my 86+ yr old Mom it's the 6 weeks leading up to Christmas. She now enjoys the holiday's again, instead of stressing out about it.

All the products mentioned in this post can be found at https://us.shaklee.com/site/barefoot/storefront
Questions? Contact: Cindy McAsey 888-272-6701

DR Shaklee - Words of Wisdom

2016-05-06T07:19:00.003-07:00

"The Shaklee Philosophy operates on the premise that Creative ENERGY constitutes the Life Force of all living things, in both the animal and vegetable kingdoms, and that such a Life Force is intelligently directed by the Creative Intelligence."
– Dr. Forrest C. Shaklee ‪#‎NoPlaceLikeHome‬

Side note: Shaklee Products have the "Life Force" of nature intact. You will notice a difference when you take them. we guarantee it. I feel so grateful to have found and partnered with them over 15 years ago. #barefootalk

Great Example of Artistry bringing out Emotions

2015-07-07T08:57:00.000-07:00

VIDEO OF THE DAY: A Must WATCH!!!
WARNING: You may cry but they are happy tears!
Posted by Big Mama and The WiLD Bunch on Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Are you this kind of person?

2015-04-11T18:15:00.000-07:00

Posted by Be-Barefoot on Friday, April 10, 2015

Shaklee Mindworks Offer

2014-11-19T20:05:00.001-08:00

Save up to $70 on Mindworks

Buy Shaklee Mindworks Online

FREE SAMPLE of Shaklee's Mindworks!

2014-11-01T07:50:00.000-07:00

FREE SAMPLE TIME!! Who couldn't benefit from a little more daily focus? Get a free sample of MindWorks, the latest innovation in #BrainHealth from Shaklee!

Talk about motivational... Wow this player could do this for a living!

2014-09-23T12:01:00.002-07:00

Just in this short interview there was so much power and passion coming through. What do you think? Is this player the next Tony Robbins?

Motto: Always finish fast!

What to Say when you Talk to Yourself

2014-07-15T13:31:00.000-07:00

What to Say when you Talk to Yourself from Cindy McAsey

Each of us is programmed from birth on, and as much as 75% or more of our programming may be negative or working against us. This outline gives you the basic's on how to erase and replace past mental programs with healthy, new programs that can be positively life-changing. The Book "What to Say When you Talk To Yourself" is considered by many to be one of the most important and helpful personal growth books ever written.

98 yr old was told she was too old to drive. Watch what she does next!

2014-06-17T08:14:00.000-07:00

Evelyn, a 98-year-old woman, suffered a blow to her independence when her driver’s license was revoked.

Look at her! She doesn't look like she is 98 yrs old. As you listen to the video you will discover she's witty and wise too.

Evelyn hadn't broken any laws, apparently someone of authority thought she was too old to drive. After the bus stopped giving rides (for no apparent reason) she took the issue into her own hands to help out a neighbor.

This video just makes you feel good inside...

What is your excuse. Make a Difference! #barefootalk

10 Strategies For Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities

2014-05-12T06:04:00.001-07:00

The Obstacle Is The Way: 10 Strategies For Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities from Ryan Holiday

How to Change the Course of your Life

2014-05-02T08:48:00.001-07:00

We all have choices and decisions we make everyday. Some make decisions from what happens to us, some make decisions from what is most important to us at the time and some are so focused on an end result (goal) that no matter what happens around them they make decisions focused on the end result.

Your Life is a Learning Process- Wisdom is from the Process!

2014-01-23T05:06:00.001-08:00

Your life is a learning process - you can only become wiser from learning.

Sometimes you might have to attract making a painful mistake to learn something important, but after the mistake you have far greater wisdom.

Wisdom cannot be bought with money - it can only be acquired through living life.

With wisdom comes strength, courage, knowing, and an ever-increasing peace. ~ Rhonda Byrne

Power of Habit

2013-11-21T07:39:00.000-08:00

Self-management is good medicine

2013-11-18T17:12:00.001-08:00

Are your Dreams Silly??

2013-07-20T05:26:00.001-07:00

Effective Communication Tip from Jim Rohn

2013-05-27T14:57:00.002-07:00

Do what People say you can't do.

2013-04-30T15:14:00.002-07:00

Let's prove to all the naysayers that we GOT THIS hands down!

Amy Cuddy: Your body language shapes who you are.

2013-04-23T09:22:00.001-07:00

Even if you’re feeling scared or insecure, there are certain “power poses,” or ways to position your body, that can literally trick your brain into releasing confidence-fueling hormones, says psychologist Amy Cuddy.

Fake it till you Become it!

Lifestyle of Happiness

2013-04-12T08:34:00.001-07:00

Recently I've been thinking about how our thoughts determine what has happened and what will happen in our lives. This morning I recorded my morning routine in a short (like 8 second video on vine)

For me this is a lifestyle of happiness and contentment. I love living on the farm, and most of the time the daily chores that are included. In this video I had just finished milking the Nanny goat and I'm filling the bottles for the new babies. Those of you who have a background know if you want to have fresh milk available, bottle feeding the babies is part of the end result.

I share this with you, because I remember the day's in the corporate world just dreaming of staying home on the farm and living a lifestyle like this. My question to you is this...

Are you living the lifestyle you dreamed of? If not why?

How Greatness is achieved

2013-04-09T13:45:00.001-07:00

Be a Warrior!

2013-03-23T07:29:00.002-07:00

Nature, Beauty, and Gratitude Video

2013-03-22T04:13:00.001-07:00

In just 9 minutes this video will change how you look at things. Trust me it's worth it!

How Great Leaders Inspire Action

2013-03-12T11:44:00.000-07:00

People don't buy what you do they buy why you do it. #barefootalk