Macclesfield Mindset Coach encourages us to embraces a childlike curiosity and intuitive approach to life during these stressful times; ‘Worrier V’s Warrior’
This week mum of twin boys, Carol-Ann Reid, 34 from Macclesfield, Cheshire is celebrating the success of her book, ’The Awakened Warrior Toolkit’ – a collaborative guidebook for all, which went straight in at Number 1 on the Amazon bestseller charts in over 8 categories, including; Women’s Spirituality, Personal Transformation, New Age and Course in Miracles, sitting alongside Sunday Times Best Seller, Raynor Winn and ‘The Naked Mind’ author, Annie Grace.
Carol-Ann brought together professionals from coaches, teachers, and leaders in the corporate space, to holistic and spiritual healers, in a bid to inspire others. This best-selling book brings together the insights, expert learnings and wisdom of the 10 collaborating authors, as each of them bravely writes about their own journey, to finding their true-life paths.
Carol-Ann was taught in her early 20’s that limiting thoughts is something that can be changed and she created a simple concept called the ‘Worrier V’s Warrior’ way of thinking that she says changed her life forever – she overcame her own mental health struggles, fears and worries to create a life that she dreamt of. Carol-Ann is an entrepreneurial Life and Business Mindset Coach who helps heart-led individuals heal and release their inner limitations, get clarity on their life purpose, and create a strategy for success.
Carol-Ann says about the book; “I am delighted that the book has become a global bestseller overnight! The pages are full of deeply insightful lessons and key take-away moments from the each author’s inspiring journey, we hope that this honest and courageous book helps the reader reconnect with a sense of self and feel free to live a life you love, every single day.”
Within her chapter, Free The Warrior Within And She Will Light The Way, Carol-Ann starts by saying; “Children are born embodying a free spirit. Look around a playground to see boundless energy and limitless imagination as sticks transform into space rockets, teddies become afternoon tea-loving picnic goers, and trees represent hideouts from pirates. Confidence and self-belief are part of the package of being a kid; intuition and imagination guide their every move…” Carol-Ann goes on to say that, however “…as we grow, so does an expectation to conform. Like the death of a star, we don’t realise that the light has gone out until many years later. For many years, the need for acceptance from others controlled me, the fear of judgment halted my every move and often, doubt smothered my intuition. Like many of the fellow Warriors in this book have experienced, this led to trauma, pain, and crumbling self-confidence. But a new age is on the horizon, we are moving from the information age into the intuitive age. This transition will shake up and challenge many of the systems and conditionings we live amongst. Stay true to you and trust the process.
“My hope for this book is that the reader explores the possibilities, embraces a childlike curiosity and opens up spiritually as they look towards their future and that of generations to come.”
Founder of Authors & Co, Abigail Horne who has brought the book to life, said the book is for people at every stage of life. She said: “At Authors & Co we work with entrepreneurs who want to make an impact through leaving their legacy. Our authors always lead their readers to reflect on their own lives and if aligned, make use of the teachings to move forward themselves.”
Copies of ‘The Awakened Warrior Toolkit- Empowering Stories And Spiritual Tools To Support Your Awakening Journey In Transforming Life’s Challenges Into Courage And Confidence’ can be downloaded here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BHLD34YN
To celebrate the launch of the book, Carol-Ann will be hosting an Awakened Warrior Workshop & Book Launch Celebrations on Saturday 29th October at Macclesfield Masonic Hall, Carol-Ann said; “This will be a day and evening to remember, as we celebrate the launch of The Awakened Warrior Toolkit Book, and the 10 incredible authors who, collectively, have revealed their secrets and journeys to becoming authentic, awakened Warrior Women. We will then enjoy a celebration party with bubbles, meet and greet with the authors, book signing and a silent disco to let your Warrior fully awaken!”
In 2023, Carol-Ann is also hosting a Vortex Vision Board Workshop at Festival Hall, Alderley Edge, on Sunday 15th January, she said; “I’m a self confessed geek when it comes to mindset, manifestation and the mechanics of the brain. A vision board and the process that is involved in creating one, activates the Reticular Activating System (RAS for short) in the brain, this then acts like a radar, helping to be at the right place, at the right time – unconsciously bringing your attention to new opportunities that are aligned with your visions and goals – some call it manifestation, some call it magic…I call it a life necessity! When it comes to setting and achieving your goals, it’s the standard thing to set your desires and aspirations ready for when the clock strikes midnight on NYE. The world goes into new years resolution hype and by February, most have settled back into their old habits and routines. January’s Vortex Vision Board Workshop will ensure 2023 is YOUR year of growth, fulfilment, abundance, and success.” For more info, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/vortex-vision-board-workshop-2023-tickets-444574683847
Carol-Ann’s Top 3 Tips on how to be a Warrior V’s a Worrier in stressful times
Top Tip 1 – Self-awareness.
Become aware of your thoughts and know that you are not defined by them. The majority of your thoughts become a habit as your brains primal job is to preserve energy, and just like anything, if you practice something enough, it sticks! But, thanks to neuroplasticity, thoughts can be changed and new ways of thinking can become a new habit. The first step is becoming aware of what you are saying to yourself on a regular basis, and doing so with no judgment, blame or shame.
Top Tip 2 – Choose again.
If you begin to recognise that your thoughts are causing worry or internal chaos, choose again. You have the power and ability to catch yourself when thinking negatively or worrying and choose a better ‘feel good thought’. This could be anything from “I’m doing my best and that’s okay” to “actually I can do this!”. Every time you choose again, you are creating new neural pathways in the brain. The more you become aware and practice this, the more resilient your mindset becomes.
Top Tip 3 – Own your journey.
When you stop hiding in your own shadow and really accept and own the journey’s you’ve been through to get to where you are right now in life, you’ll soon see that, you are in fact a Warrior. We all experience change, trauma, struggles, highs and lows in life, and they each hold a unique opportunity for reflection and growth. Celebrate the strength and courage you already have within you, to have gotten to where you are now and use that to propel you forward. Let go of the fear of judgment from others and own your uniqueness and strengths. When you start to believe in yourself, and worry less about what others think, you automatically awaken your Warrior and start to live with more grit and grace in your heart.
To find out more about Carol-Ann please visit https://www.carolannreid.com/ or connect with her via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolannreidcoach
