Kathryn Costa - Collage Diva

I believe in miracles.

I have a stash of fortune cookies tucked into a glass jar. I like to randomly pull them out from time to time to see what my special message is. When I saw my fortune, "Believe in miracles" I knew instantly that it would be my next affirmation.

Do you believe in miracles? I definitely do but sometimes when I desire something so strongly and it seems impossible I forget to believe. Writing about the miracles in our lives helps us to remember that we are divinely supported. This affirmation magnet will be a reminder to you to BELIEVE.

This magnet also makes a sweet little gift for a friend who needs a gentle reminder that there are miracles just waiting for them.

Swing by my Etsy shop to buy this and other inspirational art.

Namaste,

Kathryn Costa
Collage Diva 

Thank you for taking me under your wing!

I was thinking about my mom this week when I came up with this design. There are so many little things that she taught me. One lesson that I drew upon this week was what she would tell me whenever I felt afraid. She would ask, "What is the worst thing that could happen?" That question would shed light on the situation. The worst thing always seemed so far fetched. After I ask myself that question, I now ask, "What is the best thing that could happen?" My mom always taught me that there was a lesson in every situation.

I made this magnet for you to give to anyone who has helped you, or shown you the way. It could be your mum, a sister, a dear friend, a wise teacher or helpful mentor.

I have a sweet printer that really captures the texture of the paint. You'll want to rub your hand over this print. Thanks to my darling husband for the photography. He captured it!

You can get this magnet over HERE on my Etsy shop.

{soul hugs}

Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva

What are you ready to let go of?

Today's affirmation: "I can let go."

Are you holding onto hurts, disappointments, and loss? This affirmation, "I can let go." is a gentle reminder that you can release those thoughts and feelings that have been holding you back.

You can find today's featured affirmation magnet in our shop along with other designs. http://www.etsy.com/shop/TrueNorthArts

"An affirmation a day keeps in the inner critic away!"
Join me for a daily affirmation.
♥ Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva
www.truenortharts.com

This little phrase gives me confidence to take the next step...

Today's Affirmation: I'm ready! I have what I need.

I repeat this affirmation every time I need a little confidence. It reminds me that every event in my life (including the unfortunate ones) have prepared me for taking the next step on my journey.

You can find today's featured affirmation magnet in our shop along with other designs.http://www.etsy.com/shop/TrueNorthArts


"An affirmation a day keeps in the inner critic away!"
Join me for a daily affirmation.
♥ Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva
www.truenortharts.com

How will you love and cherish your body today?

I gave myself permission to sleep in this morning. Yesterday when I woke up I felt so exhausted like I had been hit by a truck. I've been focusing so hard on my creative projects (of which you'll see evidence in this next week), getting to the gym daily, and clocking in my hours at the office. When I went to bed last night, I decided that I would give myself permission to sleep in and NOT think.

By coincidence (or not) I received Leonie Dawson's newsletter yesterday and her topic was burnout. She offered a long list of ways to nurture ourselves when we reach this place. You can read her article HERE.

Later in the day I decided to re-read a little gem of a book titled, Let Your Life Speak: Listening for the Voice of Vocation by Parker J. Palmer. He offers a different perspective than what Leonie shared:

"Though usually regarded as the result of trying to give too much, burnout in my experience results from trying to give what I do not posess - the ultimate in giving too little! Burnout is a state of emptiness, to be sure, but it does not result from giving all I have: it merely reveals the nothingness from which I was trying to give in the first place."

Wow!

He continues, "When the gift I give to the other is integral to my own nature, when it comes from a place of organic reality within me, it will renew itself - and me - even as I give it away. Only when I give something that does not grow within me do I deplete myself and harm the other as well, for only harm can come from a gift that is force, inorganic, unreal." (pp. 49-50)

Today I slumbered.

I savored some solitude to listen,

to listen to my life speak.

I'm looking at those parts of my daily routine

that zaps my energy and drains my joy,

the parts that don't really jive with my values. 

Our bodies are great communicators.

Are you listening to yours?

How will you love and cherish your body today? What is your body telling you about what you value and how you are spending your time?

If you need a gentle reminder to love and cherish your body, you can find this magnet in our Etsy shop. This magnet also makes a great gift for someone you know who is taking steps to take care of themselves.

Take good care of yourself!

Namaste,

Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva

Go with the Flow

The design for this magnet has purple "stones" in water. The black swirling lines represent how the water flows around the stones. The image and message, "I go with the flow" is a reminder to not let the obstacles and challenges in life keep us from living. Resistance will get us stuck. Accept and trust how life's events unfold, learning from each "stone." Go with the flow.

You can find today's featured affirmation magnet in our shop along with other designs.http://www.etsy.com/shop/TrueNorthArts


"An affirmation a day keeps in the inner critic away!"
Join me for a daily affirmation.
♥ Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva
www.truenortharts.com

You are Divine!

Congratulations to Deborah Weber on winning our custom affirmation magnet contest. When I read her affirmation, it really struck a chord.

If this affirmation inspires you, you can order it now on our Etsy shop, HERE.

Wishing everyone a radiant day, may you realize how Divine you truly are!

Namaste,

Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva

Enter to Win! Custom Affirmation Magnet

Positive affirmations have been an important tool in helping me to change the negative thinking that held me back for so many years. Once I started using affirmations I noticed how my thinking shifted from negative and limiting to positive and empowering. What we think influences how we act. Once I started using affirmations, what I believed about me changed and I was ready to name what I wanted and brave enough to take the steps to make it happen. I wanted to get healthy, to attract a loving relationship, and to support me and my loved ones with my creative talent. The result: I lost over 50 lbs and have lots of energy, attracted the love of my life and I'm now married, and took my creative business to the next level.

When it comes to affirmations, there is no “one size fits all.” You may need a gentle nudge to slow down, while I may respond to a call to get moving and take action. The real power behind affirmations are the emotions that are evoked when one declares “This is what I want!”

What message do you need to hear? What message will inspire you?

I've designed a dozen positive affirmation magnets that are now available for sale on my True North Arts shop on Etsy. I'm working on a set of 52 designs that will eventually be made into a deck. I would love to know what messages lift you up, inspire you to take action, and encourage you to stay the course. Who knows your affirmation may show up on a magnet or in the deck?

You don't have to wait for me to get all of 52 magnets designed to see if your affirmation shows up. You can get your personalized affirmation magnet now! Pictured above is the latest design that can be customised with your affirmation.

Tips when crafting an affirmation: keep the focus positive, present tense, and in the first person. Examples: I am hopeful in the face of struggles. I love and cherish my body. I am brave.

ENTER TO WIN!

In honor of Spring, I'm giving away one of these custom affirmation magnets.

Here is how to enter:

1. *LIKE* the True North Arts page on Facebook: www.facebook.com/truenortharts1
2. Leave a comment under the contest post on Facebook (not here). In your comment, post an affirmation that inspires you.
3. Enter by Wednesday, March 20, Midnight (EST)
4. One winner will be selected on the Thursday, March 21st. I will send a Facebook message to the winner to finalize the details.

This contest is open to everyone.

I can't wait to read your affirmations!

Namaste,

Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva

Repeat After Me: I am supported.

Today's Affirmation: "I am supported."

Today's Challenge: We get support from many areas in our lives: from friends and family, colleagues, and our lovely peeps online. Today recognize your circles of support and thank them! Send them a note, give them a call, shoot them a text. Go spread some love today!

Do you have a friend that is struggling right now and needs to know they are supported. Pictured above is a positive affirmation magnet. You can find them in our shop: www.etsy.com/shop/TrueNorthArts

"An affirmation a day keeps in the inner critic away!"
Join me for a daily affirmation.
♥ Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva
www.truenortharts.com

You have the power to transform your life!

Today's Affirmation: I have the power to transform my life.

Today's Challenge: I've found positive affirmations to be so helpful in transforming my life. What we think plays a huge part in influencing the actions we take. What needs transforming in your life? Are you repeating negative scripts in your head? Let's start there today. Catch the negativity and transform it, reframe it, retrain your mind. Let's break the habit of negative thinking.

Know that I share the messages that I most need to hear. I'm in this journey along side you! As many of you know I've accomplished some amazing changes in my life: weight loss, attracting love, launching a creative business... the truth is there is always opportunity for positive transformation.

You can find today's featured affirmation magnet in our shop along with other designs.www.etsy.com/shop/TrueNorthArts


"An affirmation a day keeps in the inner critic away!"
Join me for a daily affirmation.
♥ Kathryn Costa, Collage Diva
www.truenortharts.com