Refresh with Dawn Herring: #JournalChat Live Facebook Discussion with Special Guests, Madeline Sharples, Debra DiPietro and Kelly Epperson; Your Journaling: Mind Magic Day II

Welcome to our continuing ‪#‎JournalChat‬ Live Event featuring our journaling panel of special guests, Madeline Tasky Sharples Debra DiPietro and Kelly Epperson Simmons as we discuss Your Journaling: Mind Magic. Today's focus is on Debra's post, Letting the Real You Out by Pushing Your Edge as we take a closer look at Growing Ourselves and trying new things!

Letting the real you out by pushing your edge: tonight's journal writing exercise

We do not know what we are missing because we are holding back. Or perhaps we do know what we are missing, and are choosing to hold ourselves back regardless due to fear, habit,etc. Tonight's chall...

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Debra DiPietro Hi Dawn and journaling friends!

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Dawn Herring Welcome back, Debra!! So glad to see you and focus on your fab ideas of breaking some new ground in our lives.

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Debra DiPietro Thank you. I am honored to be here. This is a topic near and dear to me.

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Dawn Herring I'm glad I chose this one so I can hear what you have to say in addition to your fab content, Debra.

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Debra DiPietro Well, let's get started shall we?

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Dawn Herring I love how you use the words, The Real You. That's authenticity right off the bat, which is vital.

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Dawn Herring But how do we know who The Real Us Is is a great question.

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Debra DiPietro Thanks, Dawn. I have struggled with social anxiety most of my life and so being able to find the "real me" through my writing has made a profound difference in my life. I found my voice and I find myself!!

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Debra DiPietro I meant "found"

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Dawn Herring I love the images you chose with the women and child both playing peek a boo. What are we hiding behind, right?

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Debra DiPietro I know it is the real me when I am no longer seeking the approval of others.

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Dawn Herring Ah, so journaling has been a catalyst tool for you to discover Who You Are. Awesome stuff! (I can seriously relate.)

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Debra DiPietro We are hiding behind our masks that many of us wear when out in the world...

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Debra DiPietro

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Dawn Herring Ooooh, key here is outside approval no longer being needed. Very interesting.

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Dawn Herring I understand totally what you mean. Your approval comes from within.

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Debra DiPietro Are there any people pleasers out there? This is key for us.

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Dawn Herring I think people pleasing can often be associated with those who feel threatened for lack of control; that has been my experience anyway.

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Debra DiPietro Yes, approval must come from within. Until that is happening I don't think we are living our lives as fully and authentically as we can be.

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Dawn Herring No, I don't think so either. And when we aren't living authentically, we aren't sincerely happy.

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Debra DiPietro That is true. I have found journal writing such a great tool to get myself there (living an authentic life).

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Dawn Herring Do you think that we are more vulnerable when we take off the mask to Be Who We Are? Are we more susceptible to rejection when we get daring?

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Dawn Herring I think using our journals to determine what we are afraid of is vital so we can feel more confident about choosing authenticity and not make rejection the centerpiece of how we experience life.

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Debra DiPietro Initially, yes - it may appear that we are more vulnerable (hence the great fear and keeping the mask on). However, once we take the mask off and realize that we are okay, that people accept us (and even if they don't that is okay too)- that is an incredibly powerful moment.

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Dawn Herring Oh yes, recognizing we have value Just as We Are can be liberating and knowing we can just be ourselves.

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Debra DiPietro Absolutely, writing can help our confidence...

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Debra DiPietro Yes.

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Dawn Herring We all could use a confidence boost; I think that's why journaling can be so helpful, where we can validate ourselves.

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Dawn Herring I know that's true for me. Knowing I can hash out what I need to when realizing what holds me back.

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Debra DiPietro We can validate ourselves, question things... and find answers

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Dawn Herring I like that, Debra. Question things. Indeed. We want to know...and the more we know, the better we can see Who We Are and then walk a more authentic path.

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Dawn Herring Would you like to switch to the discussion question box to talk about fear more deeply?

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Debra DiPietro Sure. Whatever you would like to do, Dawn.

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Debra DiPietro I am just seeing this one thread. Is there something I am missing?

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Dawn Herring You don't see the discussion question box? It's now at the top of the page. Or we can simply continue here if you'd like since that would be easier.

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Dawn Herring What are you favorite ways in your journal to get past the fear so you can open things up for yourself, Debra.

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Debra DiPietro I'm sorry. I don't see a question box of any kind...

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Dawn Herring No problem, Debra. We'll just continue right here.

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Debra DiPietro I like to use empowering affirmations. I have been doing that for years.

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Dawn Herring Oh yes, the I AM statements. I recall that from previous journaling posts on your Warm Milk Journal blog.

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Debra DiPietro There are many great dailies, books and sources out there for affirmations or I come up with my own.

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Debra DiPietro Yes, exactly. I find those very empowering - no matter what state I am in (feeling confident or afraid or anxious).

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Dawn Herring You know, I don't use affirmation in my journal very often. Perhaps I should try that more directly when I'm reckoning with a fear.

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Debra DiPietro I recommend it, Dawn.

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Dawn Herring I think written and verbal affirmation together would be powerful.

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Debra DiPietro A simple: I Am loved, or I Am strong, or I Am bigger than my "problems", I Am intelligence acting intelligently". It is limitless.

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Debra DiPietro I agree. Sometimes I will write first and then say them aloud to myself or think about them during my day.

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Dawn Herring I love the words Bottled Up you use in your post. That can be an interesting visual to show us how we can uncap that cork and celebrate!

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Debra DiPietro Indeed!

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Dawn Herring So you journal them and that sets the tone...I like that.

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Debra DiPietro We keep so much inside of us and our journals can help set us free. That is cause to celebrate.

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Debra DiPietro Yes, I always put them in writing first.

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Dawn Herring I think that may be why I enjoy journailng so frequently because it creates a shift in my energy so I feel more centered. And thus the fear recedes or disappears.

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Dawn Herring Unknowns are a big element of doing new things and folks can fear the unknown. How do you conquer that issue, in addition to your affirmation, Debra?

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Debra DiPietro That's a good question..

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Debra DiPietro I like to challenge myself in my journal...

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Debra DiPietro What I mean by this is I might write out some goals, a bucket list, or pick one new thing I am going to try and then commit to it in writing

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Dawn Herring I know for myself that when I have a fear, sometimes mind mapping that fear can help me see more deeply into what I'm afraid of. Then I record insights that come to me as a result. Yes, challenging.

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Dawn Herring And how do you decide what to put on your list? Are they based on your preferences, your personality and your purpose or are they more random and just fun?

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Dawn Herring So you use your journal as a way to be accountable to what you want to accomplish, thus opening the pathway for new good things to come to you.

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Debra DiPietro They can be all of the above. I love to learn new things so I often choose something that will push myself to grow..

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Debra DiPietro Accountability- yes, that is a great way of describing it.

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Dawn Herring Aahh, the growth factor. Like breaking into watercolor 4 years ago for me as an artist. and I am so loving it!

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Debra DiPietro Using strong declaratory language in the journal helps too

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Debra DiPietro I am happy for you in your painting!

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Dawn Herring I think writing these goals down can help us recognize what truly resonates and what may not be aligned with Who We Are.

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Dawn Herring I declare!! That's right and don 't let anyone else tell you otherwise! (That's what I tell my grandboy.)

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Debra DiPietro That is definitely the case for me. I think writing pares down what is really important and the rest we can just let go of.

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Dawn Herring Thanks, Debra. I'm thrilled with my newfound medium.

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Dawn Herring Writing pares it down...so we can make real priorities in life that Honor Who We Are. I'm all for it!

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Debra DiPietro Yes.

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Dawn Herring How do you know what goals you want to set for yourself? I know mine are often to be sure that I don't do too much. Do you ever have that problem, Debra.

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Debra DiPietro lol. Yes, it is easy to put too much on our plates for sure

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Dawn Herring Art has become a greater priority for me and I try new things with it as well. it stretches me in ways that Honor Who I Am.

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Dawn Herring My goal was to paint in the am. and art journal in the pm. And so far, it's going well. Of course, my energy level tells me when to say no if I need to. My fine art is priority over my art journal.

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Debra DiPietro I strongly recommend a book called The One Thing by Gary Keller. This book has really helped me figure out my most important goals.

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Debra DiPietro Both (painting and art journal) sound great!

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Dawn Herring They are a way for me to express my inner person when helps me stay tuned in to Who I Am regularly. I find this vital to my well being.

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Debra DiPietro Then I write about them in my journal

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Dawn Herring Thanks for the book; I'll check it out. And yes, I write about my painting and creating in my journal every day to track my progress.

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Dawn Herring Which helps keep me accountable. It's good word, no doubt. But I don't feel pressured usually, although I sometimes disappoint myself when I skip a day due to busyness.

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Debra DiPietro I like being held accountable too It helps me to stay on track

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Dawn Herring So, affirmations, declaration and lists to help us get our vibe going and set priorities. Do you find this process helpful in actually implementing this positive change? What happens when something doesn't go well?

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Debra DiPietro I find it amazing how even if we know something is really important we still can find ways to procrastinate. Journal writing helps me with that.

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Dawn Herring Ah yes, putting it off. Self sabotage, anyone? Perhaps that's where the fear rises up.

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Debra DiPietro Probably so...

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Debra DiPietro Journal writing helps me quit procrastinating because at some point I tell myself you can't just write about it you gotta do it (take action)!

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Debra DiPietro Writing is the first step and it helps to get a plan in writing

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Dawn Herring That's funny, Debra. Sometimes we have to chastise ourselves and get fire under us to get going on what we want to do. And then we can begin to see how we can make our meaningful mark in the world as we actually do these new things. Even if it's just smiling at a stranger as you suggested.

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Dawn Herring Journaing is the catalyst toward new things.

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Debra DiPietro Often it is those little things...

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Dawn Herring Yes, life is made up of all those little things...like listening and seeing my mocking bird that gives me such great delight. Taking video of them is one of my New Things and I'm having a blast.

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Debra DiPietro How wonderful!!

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Dawn Herring That's one thing we can remind folks of. These new things don't have to be HUGE. They can be as simple as getting some flowers for your house or reading that book you've been inspired by.

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Debra DiPietro Here is a quote that I love: Explore... My life is like a stroll on the beach - as near to the edge as I can go by Thoreau

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Debra DiPietro This is how I wish to live my life.

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Dawn Herring I say that as long as what you choose to do is Aligned with Who You Are (and you'll know if it isn't, although it can be a challenge to tell the difference between real fear for a reason and just illusory fear that holds you back unnessarily) that you're on the right track.

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Dawn Herring Near to the Edge that we can go; in other words, don't always play it safe...PLAY BIG. Play for real.

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Debra DiPietro Yes!!

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Debra DiPietro I have played it safe for so many years. When I turned 40 (about 8 years ago) - I stopped playing it safe.

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Dawn Herring Debra, do you have any additional words of wisdom concerning journaling to grow yourself for those who could use a boost?

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Debra DiPietro I have so much more confidence in myself as a result

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Debra DiPietro My life experience is what I have created. And it is good.

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Dawn Herring Ah, so getting older was a trigger point for you to open things up. Confidence is key no doubt. So when you do more, you feel more confident. That is profound.

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Dawn Herring We are Creators of our Lives and it IS good. We need to see ourselves that way instead of just watching on the sidelines. We need to have a sense of adventure!!

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Dawn Herring You know, I totally relate We mentioned age yesterday withMadeline, and I think it truly makes me see there is no time to waste, no time like the present. Let's do this thing!

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Debra DiPietro Yes, let's!!

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Debra DiPietro Let's do this thing NOW! ;/)

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Dawn Herring Thanks so much for being our special guest today, Debra. You're such an encouragement to help others see their potential and to be brave and just go for it! Yes, NOW!! What are we waiting for? You have given us an invitation.

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Debra DiPietro Thanks for having me, Dawn. Cheers!

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Debra DiPietro I am signing out now. Have a fabulous evening.

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Dawn Herring Yes, Cheers! Life is a celebration, so let's get those journals going, decided what we want to do in this life and do it. And do a little dance while you're at it too.

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Dawn Herring You as well, Debra. Thanks so much!!

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