Vicki, Author at Inner Power Mindset

Stressed, anxious, can’t sleep?

Would you mind if I shared a little bit about my own journey with you? To be a bit vulnerable, the reason I got into this work was because a while back, it was me who was struggling with stress, feeling overwhelmed and exhausted.

I felt a constant lump in my throat and tightness in my gut during those years. Being over-stressed, I had trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. Then, one day I finally said, “Enough is enough. There’s got to be another way!” So, I drew a line in the sand and started looking for support. I knew that I could only take myself so far, and I wasn’t willing to go another day feeling so awful inside. So, even though it was really scary, I invested some time and money into getting results. And, I’m so glad I did. Now, I’ve been doing mind-body practices daily for over 15 years and what a difference these have made.

Today, my life is amazing. I wake up most days feeling grateful for a good night’s rest, ready to take on my day with a soothing meditation and guided imagery. And often I go to sleep at night and experience a peaceful rest. My life is not perfect but it is SO much better that I want reach those who may be suffering, especially with all the chaos going on in the world. Let me know in the comments below if you can relate.

So, even though I’ve come a LONG way, I know the struggle that so many moms and high achieving women face, especially in mid-life and beyond. I want to help them overcome adversity and feel loved and safe. That’s why I do the work I do… because I don’t want anyone to feel constantly over-stressed and burnt-out. I want them to feel more inner power and inner peace.

You know what they say, “You teach what you most need to learn.” If you or someone you know is suffering, share this blog and or book a complimentary Stress to Peace Breakthrough Session. In the meantime, enjoy this Stress Buster meditation freebie download.

Wishing you the best!

Vicki

Vicki Atlas Israel is a Mindset and Meditation Coach, and the Amazon bestselling author of “Inner Power NOW.” The Foreword is written by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Jack Canfield, co-creator of “Chicken Soup for the Soul.” High-achievers hire Vicki to improve their wellbeing to live their best life. Vicki is also passionate about bringing more inner peace to parents, children, and those who work with children.

Opening Your Heart

Children's Meditation, Mindfulness, Mindset

At my workshops and training, I often have participants focus on opening their heart. There is wisdom in your heart, so tune in to your heart when you have an important decision to make. When you focus on your heart, answers seem to come from a more loving place.

“A pure heart open to the light, will be filled with the very essence of truth” –-Rumi

This contrasts with opinions from your mind or ego, that can often be critical. When you have flashes of insight from your heart, that’s your intuition. This can be helpful when you need guidance from your higher self.

Many spiritual teachers believe that the heart holds the seat of the soul. Scientists now seem to back this up. They have found neurotransmitters both in the brain and the heart, meaning that the brain and heart are always communicating.

Expanding Your Awareness

Approaching life with an open heart means that you open the door to a greater consciousness. When stressed, try shifting your attention to your heart. Take a breath, get quiet and ask, ”What does my heart say?” Eventually you will be able do this any time, any place, but at first it may help to try it in a quiet place. Sit with your eyes closed and draw your breath into your heart. Keep breathing in and out from your heart. You may feel tenderness or sadness in your heart, and welcome all feelings. You may also be a little tearful as you feel relief. Send that feeling your love and compassion.

Any emotions that arise can be witnessed and healed through the meditation process. This benefits both your physical and energetic heart. The more you practice, the more you will find your heart opening to all that is. Often during my guided meditations, I have participants focus on their heart and expand with light and love.

Be Careful with Your Words

Speaking nicely to yourself through your heart may be one of the more loving ways to be during this February month of love. I have many heart meditations available on the New Inner Peace Time app. Or download my free Gratitude Meditation below.

Wishing you Peace!

Vicki

Healthy Mind-Healthy Heart

Children's Meditation, Mindfulness, Mindset, Visualize Guided Imagery

Thanks to the NEW founding members of Inner Peace Time. It’s a breakthrough app for you and your family to build healthy minds and bodies. You still have time to join. Click play to watch the highlights reel from this month’s launch.

Look how others are loving Inner Peace Time

“I would highly recommend this app to other parents and children. It’s like hitting a reset button to feel calm and centered. My child also loves Lucy Llama character.”

–Jasmine, Mom of a Special Needs Child

“I would recommend this app to a parent because it is for them. They don’t have to go searching through hundreds of meditations to find the right one. It’s so colorful and includes the skills and techniques I teach about mindfulness and guided imagery.”

–Casey Limmer, MSW, Owner, Gateway Wellness Associates

“Children may let go of their worries or challenges with the app. Inner Peace Time carries the message of positive coping strategies, such as “Balloon Breath,” and self-regulation. With a healthy practice of Inner Peace Time, children can enhance their positive outlook, confidence, self-esteem, creativity, independence, and focus.’

— Michele Magner Former Early Childhood Behavior Facilitator,

Special School District, St. Louis County

“The Inner Peacetime App contains beautiful, warm meditations that make you feel hugged. Vicki Atlas Israel has created an app for families with separate meditations for kids, teens, parents and adults. Having listened to all of the meditations, I can confidently say these meditations are among my favorites. Vicki has a beautiful, peaceful voice which lends to calming your heart and mind.”

—Pam Wilson, MSW, Social Worker, Facilitator Group Support and Mentoring

Hurry! Founders Launch Ends Monday, January 31st

Despite all of the challenges and the pandemic, are you ready to find more calm in the chaos? This is an opportunity to empower you and your family to live a more fulfilling life. Stress less and add more joy.

With Inner Peace Time, be part of the solution. Calm breathing and doing guided healing journeys. It’s like a vacation for your mind and body. Feel deep relaxation so you can perform at your best.

Wishing you and your family the best!

App Founder Vicki Atlas Israel is a Mindset and Meditation Coach, and the Amazon bestselling author of “Inner Power NOW.” The Foreword is written by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Jack Canfield, co-creator of “Chicken Soup for the Soul.” High-achievers hire Vicki to improve their wellbeing to live their best life. Vicki is also passionate about bringing more inner peace to parents, children, and those who work with children.

News Flash for Kids

Children's Meditation, Mindfulness

Here’s a news flash! One of the largest Children’s Charity has been the first to preview our NEW soothing app for the whole family called “Inner Peace Time.” Each winter, Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis hosts a winter camp for children with developmental and physical disabilities to boost their spirits and have fun. Yesterday, they included Inner Peace Time as Meditation Time. I taught a series of fun sessions to spread stress relief, soothing love and joy. The children liked learning the“Heart Breath”, experiencing relaxing guided journeys and other programs on the app. They also loved Lucy Llama who reminds us to open our hearts and dream big.

If you haven’t seen our welcome video. Please click on this image, or this link to the app and please share with others.

Inner Peace Time will launch on January 11, 2022.

We will be offering a Special Founder’s Launch that includes gifts and bonus. Join our tribe and be one of the first to experience the fun, soothing app for families.

Why Inner Peace Time?

The app is needed now more than ever. Our mental health has been affected on a global scale with studies revealing children’s rate of anxiety and depression having doubled. This pandemic also has taught us how precious life is.

Now, I realize I’ve created the Inner Peace Time App with my team because I want to help raise spirits, spreading more “Inner Peace” for people like me. Growing up, my dad died quite early when I was only 10 years old. How I wish there would have been Inner Peace Time programs geared for me and for other children going through difficult challenges. My mom and sisters would have greatly benefited, too. The app is geared for children, teens, and parents going through a serious illness or life challenge.

Wishing you and your family the very best and more Inner Peace in 2022. Let’s count our beautiful blessings and may we continue to grow stronger together.

Big Hugs and Happy New Year!

Vicki

PS: Join our tribe at InnerPeaceTime.com to help bring soothing comfort to families in need.

Be the Light. Shine Your Light

Mindfulness, Mindset

For many people, the holiday season can be a mix of feelings. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) study shows more than half say the holidays make their condition worse. During this time, practice self-care and be compassionate and kind to yourself and others. Take time to breathe, be in nature, and do what you can to uplift your spirits. In fact, I want to share a special practice for you and your family. This process came from NY Times Bestselling author Marci Shimoff who wrote Happy for No Reason. I’ve been doing this with my family this past week and I definitely feel a shift.

New Family Tradition

During this holy time of the year, light a special candle now through the end of the year or get one of those LED lights to turn on. As you light the candle, look at the flame and ask the flame to be transferred to your heart. Then, bring loving awareness to inside your own heart. Cherish that light…be grateful. Ask the light in your heart to dissolve any darkness that may be lingering. Sit with the light and allow in these feelings of receiving for a few moments.

Then, ask the same light of presence in your heart to shine and dissolve some darkness in the world. Stay present as you share your light and blessing with Mother Earth.

Even during these challenging times, may you be filled with the light within. May your radiant heart be a blessing to you and to all those you touch. And may your spirit continue to shine in this world.

I wish you joy in whatever holiday you celebrate – Hanukkah (belated), Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa. You may also download a special gratitude meditation.

Peace and Many Blessings!

Vicki

PS: Please share this practice with your friends and family and keep shining your light!

Help Spread Inner Peace

Mindfulness, Mindset, Visualize Guided Imagery

As a parent, caregiver, or special teacher, I know you would do anything for a child. Since the pandemic, studies show anxiety and depression have doubled in children. We are looking for special ambassadors who will help spread the news about a new soothing app for families called Inner Peace Time. Please play the video below to learn more.

We have a gift for those who become Inner Peace Ambassadors. It’s a beautiful guided imagery to open your heart spreading more loving kindness. Our aim is to reach as many families as possible in the new year, when the app launches in January. That’s why we are offering a special “Founder’s Launch” that includes the app, a gift and bonus.

Background Inner Peace Time App

Inner Peace Time provides a magical enchanting solution to the chaos of the outside world. Through guided meditations and breathing exercises, you and your child will be taken on many fun, relaxing, and healing journeys.

How would you like: Breathe for Calm, Feel Better Now, Less Stress Add More Joy. One side of the app is for kids and teens. The other side is for parents and adults and can also be used by professionals who work with children. Our app is designed for children and families going through challenging times. Intertwined throughout is a colorful animal guide Lucy the Llama who reminds us to open our hearts in gratitude and dream bigger. Here are some testimonials from our beta users.

Look at what others are saying…

Michele Magner is a Behavior Facilitator, formerly with the Special School District St. Louis County. “Children can let go of their worries or challenges as Inner Peace Time carries the message of positive coping strategies, such as Balloon Breath, and self-regulation, ” says Magner, “Developing an Inner Peace Time healthy practice, children can enhance their positive outlook, choice-making, confidence, self-esteem, creativity, independence, and focus.”

Another mom and beta tester, Tina, was amazed at how the app prevented major struggles and emotional outbursts with her son’s homework. As Tina said, “I could not believe the difference after we played one of the breathing exercises, especially with his math. He was so calm, which normally doesn’t happen.” Her son has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD.)

Social Worker Casey Limmer, Founder of Gateway to Wellness, beta tested the app as a therapist. Impressed with the results, Limmer says she plans to use the app in her practice with children, teens, and parents. “The app shows what I teach my clients about mindfulness. What I like is that it is especially built for parents. They don’t have to go looking through thousands of meditations to find the right one, and it’s so colorful.”

Be An Inner Peace Ambassador

Now is your opportunity to help families in need by sharing a social media post like this one below when the app launches.

***Lucy Llama Illustrations by Artist Catharine Magel***

Please send me a message if you’d like to be an Inner Peace Ambassador to Vicki@InnerPeaceTime.com or have other ideas to share.

Wishing you peace!

Vicki