Wabi Sabi - The Perfectly Imperfect Podcast with Candice Kumai

Consider this a very non-bias and non-religious way to open your heart and mind to practicing a new art. Spirituality is a personal and open-minded non judgement based, no rules practice. It's believing in kindness, the light, the human spirit, nature, relaxation time in the morning, breath work, being a good person, even when others are not kind to you. Especially when others are not kind to you. How can we also promote more minority women and women in our fields and keep being more realistic about wellness? Create your own Maui Ranch. Free practices, not selling products or scamming others, not being a shitty person, not praying on vulnerable people. Spirituality is celebrating all race, religion, creed, being open to other's beliefs. non judgement - and open heartedness, and loving on those who practice good deeds. Esp when poor and scammy behavior is so praised in this twisted world, we can do our part to praise the light, the good and the kind. Those who look for nothing in return. Lest we forget - reward more minority women - pay them what they are worth -- hire more minorities, give more good people great opportunities! We must practice rewarding good behavior too & continue to do things that Grandma would be proud of, while using your brain. xx ck

Facing demons can be some of the hardest work we can do in our lifetime. It is the time to process our own faults, pain, mistakes, choices, endeavors, battles, addictions and suffering and to do the personal work it takes to let these go. How to create better choices to self soothe, self- reflect and be mindful in one's choices and beliefs. How to face your biggest problems and how to not compare, and no judgement on the judgement -- but rather do your own self work, so that we do not take our shit out on others. Reflect, learn, grow and come out a better person, while still being wild, imperfect and human xx no judgement x ck

this one simple practice will help to change your life: along with 30 min of daily meditation, nature walks, practicing life with an open mind and letting go know the darkness is always going to come and go - and for this we practice compassion for all - you never know the battles that others are going through xx with love and work on thyself xx ck

for all the women out there working hard I see you, I feel you and keep going - because you're doing an amazing job - the pursuit of perseverance   - let's not follow others advice- but rather just hear and see their "options" - let's make sure we look at leveling the playing field & support and hire more women who are working hard - especially marginalized women  - hire new fresh faces; be kind to others - uplift: rather than criticize  - let's continue to be humbled by what we do  - kaizen - continuously improving - little by little you are making amazing progress- know the right people at the right time will hear and see you - so keep it going & take the high road, work with grace and your head held high  xx ck pass it on

- what can we learn from the history of war? how can we look and draw more depth from our past and our history's past in our present? - A 60 Minutes piece worth watching: heroic Slava Ukraini! https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ukraine-refugees-poland-russia-60-minutes-2022-03-06/ - NPR list please to donate to those in need: https://www.npr.org/2022/02/25/1082992947/ukraine-support-help - IRC Rescue.org - NetworkforAmimals.org Please donate, $5 or $10 makes a difference - Remember where you come from, remember empathy is lasting and compassion is free - Be good to your next door neighbors, help when you can and remember karma is a real thing, be kind to others - When things are rough - there is always learning and a gift- look out for both - Lastly practice prayer for others when you have nothing left to give, compassion and prayer- helping your next door neighbors, understand history, pay attention to the things that matter - not material things or social media - treat everyone as equals, the color of your skin, beliefs or ethnicity should not matter - we are all human with love and prayers to all refugees, ck

A brief note on how you can help & do your part: +ways you can help to donate now: the the children, women, those suffering and pets in need: let's give NetworkFor Animals.org - pet donations for Ukraine Peta.org - animal donations for Ukraine pets Rescue.Org - Refugee Help Unicef.org RedCross.org Learn more about your own personal lineage and where you come from, learn more on the history of war and its long term effects Let's think about what we can do for others and implement them into action Let's get back to our own friends & let up on our neighbors Donate when you can, $5, $20 or $100 each month to charity or donate your time - see above Read: The Long Walk: Slavomir Rawicz: https://www.amazon.com/Long-Walk-True-Story-Freedom/dp/149302261X Watch: The Way Back w/ Collin Ferrel - Nat Geo Movie Do: the right thing always and be honest in your process Be: a better version of you, we can all do the work, take steps to breathe, meditate, forgive, I'm not perfect- why not learn with me? xx my best and love, Candice

how to master the pivot in your career:  -what would make you feel 100% fulfilled in life? build that purpose driven  -be patient and see the light the color in this very black and white world - let's set up with three goals- write them down and stick to them- what are the things that you love doing that do not feel like work that you love doing? - focus on those, volunteer, intern and learn more skills in that field.  - live in more moral integrity: do not scam others to get ahead and do not lie or be dishonest to get ahead: do not speak poorly about others. be honest, be good, be kind. Trust it built over time - be patient  -look around at where you can volunteer? - build your resume while you are looking for a job. Pay your dues, get experience and work your own way up the ladder. - revisit books you love by those you admire most, you will learn so much from their own path: Bourdain, Marianne Williamson, Michael Singer - map out goals and emulate from others who have been successful before you - be patient: months, years, in some cases you may have to create your own career path - Pitch your own proposals, create the work: for books, shows, media, audible etc. You will hear NO most of the time, keep going...  -find a woman you admire: write to her, tell her you are grateful and ask her who is hiring!? Be kind, be sweet - honey attracts the bees - be patient, build, and let go of expectation - you can do this girl! xx ck  we are hiring: resume & cover letter: info@candicekumai.com 

How can we be better? By learning to self soothe our own emotions.. and we are completely self aware of them Emotional Intelligence: manage your own emotions in positive ways or to understand others emotions in positive ways: How can we better soothe our own triggers -- by being more self aware & by serving others, pay attention to the present moment & do the work to understand your triggers - they come from your past. work with kindness, compassion and empathy - be aware of others and the present moment - not just yourself  each of us can do our own part - small habits turn into big changes  the truth will give you the most freedom - don't allow others pain to penetrate you if you are able to help other women .. volunteer at Girl UP and the UN Foundation, The Salvation Army  pray for them - every roadblock is there for a greater lesson, triggers do hurt - but dont let your past or other people make you feel so small.  nobody should have to make another feel less than to make themselves feel more than, the math just won't add up.  look up books: "How to Talk to Strangers" - Malcom Gladwell  "The Untethered Soul" -Michael A Singer   "The Power of Now" -Eckhart Tolle

We are all forever a student. Allow things to fall, let go and stop holding on so tight. Let's let go shall we? We can learn so much from the flowers and the trees. Let us become one with "mono no aware" and " shigata ga nai". Listen for more and questions on tough relationships and nasty work colleagues answered. Invest in your fulfillment & focus on yourself and your own mental health focus on you. Classy women button up, they don't gossip, or send nasty DM's to other women. Take the high road and I'll see you there. Share this podcast with a friend , you are not alone xx ck

How to get out of your rut, how can we make life right for us? - how to express your true inner beliefs, feelings and do the inner-child search, and work: therapy & hypnotherapy can work - how can we be better teachers, how can we help others and live to be a better example? - Let go your old belief system is just that -- it is old. let go. - I am not perfect, I was not well when I flew to NYC, $200 in my bank account and no job - I had faith I would make things work, and I did. - "I have never seen another author work harder than you." - Pam Krauss -- feedback that was given that set the tone for my whole life; living up to a golden standard - The little girl who was called stupid and I thought I was dumb... turned out to be a storyteller.. how did I make this work for myself? Don't let yourself feel "dumb" bc of that inner child - Give words of affirmation and honesty to others... - Let go of things not meant for us, gracefully, practicing grace means getting through adversity - Karma will plat a large role in your life; how honest and faithful are you? - Let go of anxiety and worry -- it is not in your greatest power to hold on to these things - but rather, let them go. - Call a friend ask for a fresh perspective. Nourish the team that surrounds you. Get your posse right and treat them with kindness. Sit and have a meal with those on your team, off of technology. Tell others when they are doing a great job. Answering love letters & emails. Write your Five Star Review Now I read them all! xx ck