Hello, my wonderful listeners, and welcome back to season two of the Listening Ears Podcast. This is your go-to podcast for self-awareness and your journey of self-discovery. I am your host, Vernae Bezear, and I'm so grateful you've chosen to spend your time with us today. Today we're diving into the idea of home, not just as a physical location, but as a state being a of place in our hearts and our minds and within our spirits. So let's get ready to explore the concept of home on a deeper level and see how it intertwines with the art of staying present, maintaining our inspiration, and heightening our self-awareness.

You've heard the saying before home is where the heart is. We've all heard it and it's true, isn't it? A home is more than a house. It is a sanctuary where you feel secure, loved and, most importantly, where you can be your authentic self. But how does this tie into the ideas of mindfulness, inspiration and self-awareness?

The concept of home is also about grounding yourself in the present moment. So often we're caught up in the rush of life, the go-go-go-go-go mentality that keeps us all on our toes. In the flurry of tasks, we often lose sight of the here and now. When we think of home, we're rooted in the present. The feeling of home is essentially about being present, fully aware of your emotions, your thoughts, your senses. So what if we extend this idea of home beyond the physical? What if we view our body, our mind, our spirit as our home? If we do that, we then start to realize that staying present, staying aware, is not just a practice, but it's a way of life. As we cultivate this sense of home within ourselves, we're creating a space for inspiration to bloom. As you grow this home within, remember to fill it with the things that ignite your passion. Surround yourself with what brings you joy, energizes you and instills a sense of peace. Make your inner home a breeding ground for inspiration.

Finally, let's discuss self-awareness. A home is a reflection of who we are. At our core, it's filled with our memories, our values, our dreams, our fears, victories, and our lessons. In the same way, building a home within ourselves means understanding and accepting these facets of ourselves. It's about self-reflection, introspection, and honesty with ourselves. As we construct this internal home, we become more aware of our strengths and weaknesses, our patterns, and our potential. This self-awareness is not a destination. It never is. It's a journey, a journey that leads to understanding, acceptance, and, ultimately, transformation.

And so my challenge for you after this episode is to take some time and reflect. Reflect on what home means to you. Reflect on how you can build a sense of home within yourself, reflect on how you can create a sense of home for others and, as you go about your week, try to remind yourself of this- you are your own home. You carry it within you. It is a place of strength and peace. It is a place of growth and inspiration. It is a place of awareness and acceptance. At the end of the day, what matters most is not the size of your house, but the love within it, not the tranquility of your surroundings, but the peace within you. Home is indeed where the heart is. I guarantee you, if you find your heart, you'll find your home. Thank you, as always, for being here, for being part of this journey, and for letting listening ears into your home. Let's continue being there for each other, nurturing our inner homes, and growing together. Until next time, stay inspired.