I am Andy C.

I recorded this on the way back home, through the Mark Twain National Forest, from a ~3 day retreat with my Sheep Dog Fam. It was a great ‘reset' & I effectively just spent an hour unpacking it all… The TL;DL gist of it: Even if you don't feel like it, you're okay. You may need to have some hard conversations with yourself. You may need to hold yourself accountable for something that you don't realize is your responsibility. That may take some honesty you haven't been exercising for some time. That's okay, too. You're loved, you got time, and I'm here for you. Love you, mean it. Take care of yourself.❤️

I got real rambly, I think - but it sure helped me articulate for myself. I hope if you give the listen, it ends up making sense for you, too. We're here for a split second & it's not supposed to be perpetually miserable. I'm coming into realizations of how I have lived up until now, and why that is. No one's fault. There's no good or bad; things just are. To the points to our control, however, I believe the world is as we are. So, if I'm controlling my mind (as only I can), and I choose to be graceful, grateful & kind - then my world will reflect that in time. In that spirit, I choose to seek Knowledge & Truth - to cure my Ignorance; be Gracious & Grateful - I need no more than enough; be Kind & Patient - because everyone is going through something, and anger fixes nothing; be Mindful & Present - because Death is constantly coming for us all. Take good care, because you're loved.

I'm certainly just as guilty of this as anyone, but it's a question worth asking yourself, from time to time. If it's not helping, it's not helping; ya dig?

It's kind of an obvious realization, when you see it; the way we inadvertently shove people in boxes as kids, before they know what they want. At some point as adults, if we're just struggling to be ‘okay', it's worth stopping to think about what you gave up as a kid… Is that where the disconnect happened? What can you do to reconnect you Head & Heart? Happy Monday, Fam. Love ya, mean it. ❤️

It's a shame how often we let something we create, stop us from creating. There's nothing wrong with being fearful; it's learning how to identify & acknowledge that you are, that is difficult. Take care; you're loved.❤️

It's astounding how old words can apply to new things. More so, how we can cause so much work in our own lives & the lives of those were in community with, without even noticing it. In a time when the word ‘critical' is tossed around, I urge you to take a critical look at some of your motivations. How close are you to something beautiful, not realizing that it's your fault for not being able to attain it? Take good care & know you're loved.❤️

How often must we learn a lesson, just to forget it? How many times can we hear the same parable in a different wrapper? Fact is, if we weren't so bad at doing what we say, we wouldn't have so many different versions. I'm not saying I haven't been patient; I'm saying it's gonna take more time than I thought. That feels like a different thing to me. Here's to the spaces in between. ❤️

Not to say anxiety is flippantly controllable, at all; just shifting your perspective to the aspects of anxiety that we tend to make worse in ourselves. We oughta cut that out… Take a listen, leave a comment, share with a friend; but DEFINITELY stop and consider some simple ways you can learn to let go. Promise it'll do you some good. Take care of yourself.❤️

You're not really angry. I promise. You might not like what you realize you are, but everyone will be better for your taking the time to acknowledge it. It's okay to feel your emotions; just be sure you're feeling them correctly.

You have to have them. For you & the things that you're in contact with. So, put them in place clearly & early, and hold to them. Articulate when they need to change. Never feel bad about them. Otherwise, someone will get hurt; and often it's you. And we need you, not hurt, to keep this big rock spinning'. Love ya. Mean it.❤️

Didn't know where I was going when I got started, but real grateful I hit ‘Record', today. Helped me hiccup out the thought I felt bubbling up: Take inventory of the things you feel pressure on, in your life, and make sure you're looking at the pressure from the correct perspective. Pressure doesn't have to be bad, but it can start feeling bad, real quick. Take good care, cause you're loved.❤️

You need one, for sure. Fer suuure. But don't pretend it is some form of cosmic law; The Universe WILL make you change your plans. Hard part, is rolling with it. Here's hoping you find your way to.

Sometimes, a couple disconnected thoughts will swirl around & help something make sense. Today is one of those days. Check your motivations for action; examine any attachments you make to external forces; stop allowing your mind to make excuses for not getting what you want. Hold yourself accountable. Change the behavior. Love you, mean it.

The sun doesn't care what time we want it to rise, it does what it wants. Why you putting so much pressure on yourself to do what you want, then?

A rambling notion regarding the company you keep; at least considering the motivation behind maintaining unnecessary relationships. Might should cut some fat.

Some things are necessary to be a little edgy about, but are those the things stressing you out; or are YOU stressing you out? Don't compare yourself to anyone else & quit being so hard on yourself. Life can be enjoyably difficult, if you choose how you struggle.

Identifying when something REALLY requires your mental capacity & when it shouldn't have a second of your time… Hard practice to cultivate, but super simple in concept: Just slow down & think about it. Like, ALL of it.

New perspective & I can't wait to share it. Thanks for coming along for the ride. ᏩᏙ❤️

But seriously. Do it.

Sometimes an unexpected opportunity presents itself, and it's on us to move on it appropriately. Sometimes it's weight too pick up, sometimes it's weight falling off; in either instance, freezing won't serve you. Carpe that diem, Fam.

Sometimes you get a little piece of info that just clicks into place… Here's to a fresh perspective.❤️

Even if it's just for a minute; remember that bad days don't make a bad life.❤️

It's good to be busy; it's better to be busy & in control. If you're looking at all the things you need to do, you'll probably miss the details on the one thing in front of you. Quit taking on more than you're capable of doing, WELL.

If you're in a tight spot, and sweatin' it, make sure you're not the one turning up the heat.

How often we can talk ourselves into believing something inaccurate & foolish. Just because something ‘always has been', doesn't mean that it is the best version of itself. Revisit the things you tell yourself, and make sure the it's the truth. ❤️

Learn this skill. Practice it. Let it make your life easier. Love ya, mean it.❤️

How often do you watch yourself boy do the thing you know you need to? Stop. Forgive yourself. Do the thing. Repeat.

After an inadvertent hiatus, I have come away feeling more calm & slower paced; leaning into making a way out of just staying consistent. I can do a great number of things, but attempting to do so sporadically, will inevitably lead to failures & mismanagement. Here's to getting back in the saddle, and finding a steady trot. ❤️

Sometimes the dogs have a say in what's goin' on… And sometimes, that's okay.

Find your folks. Whether the number of them is small or large, you need birds of a feather to flock with. Don't be afraid to stick your hand out, or break out of an old community, when it's time for a new one.

If you can acknowledge that there's something in your life that makes you unhappy, you can change it. I'm not saying it's always easy; but it is always simple.

I can't help but to agree to do more than I should. Why? Methinks it's not ‘my fault', as much as my opportunity to break the pattern.

Not every ‘bad day' is because ‘bad'. Maybe you're just easing into a bigger vessel, and that new space is just raw… Shift your perspective. Choose to Grow.

Here's hoping that you're staying focused, moving forward, and having a great day doing it. If you're not, you're not alone. Much Love.

Zoom out for perspective & cinch your world up. Take care of yourself. (

In a rut? Why? Look around & make sure you're not the reason.

Be honest; duh. But are you being honest with yourself? Are you creating undue tension? The answer can be tough. Proceed with caution. Love ya.❤️

Sucks to suck. So keep trying until you get better. Love ya; mean it.❤️

Had a rough start, but found a way around it. This is new to me, hope it's helpful for you. You do need to feel what you're feeling; as opposed to bottling it up. You gotta find your way to get it out productively & move on, though. This is new to me & I hope if you have a hard time, it helps you, too.

Scattered thoughts rambled out into a point I think sticks: Always be assessing who's around you, and be willing to find new people.

The little things; the REAL deep things that make you who you are; thought about ‘em? Where they came from?

Break your patterns & look for something to improve. Doesn't have to be big, but you'll feel better for it; and so will we.

Sorry for the absence, but I needed to see something. Now that I have some data, I can take next steps; engaging a new daily plan, & evaluating the size of my world, to ensure maximum impact of effort exerted. All the love.

Why is it hard to finish things? I think I may have turned a leaf for myself, but I'm curious what finishing something, and the pride that's wrapped up in that, means to you…

Sometimes, that's all it really takes.

Lots of em… Different for everyone, but happening to all.

They go both ways…

Find a rhythm, and make sure the pace is yours, not someone else's. Take inventory for yourself, and actually be grateful; it should feel different than saying you are. Take care of yourself & each other. Love you; mean it.❤️

Unpacking the last two days; reminder to be graceful.

Where do you get the most return? This isn't advice; I'm curious.