Well, I did it again. I disappeared Was off to a great bloggin' start, feeling really motivated and then.
WHOMP
Life got in the way.
But what a beautiful life I have. A dear friend sent me a video about Gratitude today, reminding me of my 2013 intention, to be MORE grateful. I had wholeheartedly intended to write down my gratitude everyday for 2013, so after my brief hiatus, I am back.
Like always I am changing my format. intention,
I noticed that when I was posting, life felt, different, better. All of the little things that would normally throw my day into a tailspin, didn't. So am very grateful to have learned the value this practice has. It is really amazing the power gratitude has.
This week, I am grateful for the ability to start again. in ANYTHING I choose to do. I am starting over today, and I hope you will join me as I discover what it is like to be truly grateful everyday.
What are YOU grateful for today?
I would love to hear from you.
PS Here is the link to the Gratitude Video....Enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch_popup?feature=player_embedded&v=nj2ofrX7jAk
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Wednesday, 30 January 2013
Monday, 7 January 2013
Morning Meditation
I am sure when you read the title of this post your mind pictured something like this:
Or maybe even this
But actually is was more like this:
Shoveling Snow. Minus the hat. My hair ACTUALLY froze.
But with this simple, daily, winter activity I was overwhelmed with a sense of calm. The in-between happy/sad/angry/mad place where you connect with your purpose. The place where you find YOU. And even though it only lasted minutes, they felt like a lifetime.
This is the beauty that a daily mediation practice can bring you. The peace. The most amazing thing about going within is that is can be done anywhere, and does not have to be in a quiet room, on a special cushion, with incense.....I could go on. You do not need to know how to "do it", you don't need a book a manual, a website to tell you how.
You just need to sit and be still. Breathe. Witness. When thoughts come, look at them and smile. Then breathe. Witness. Be still.
Shovel, sweep, wash dishes, play with your kids, but in every situation be mindful, be there, fully in the moment.
It's that simple. Give it a try, you'll be glad you did.
But actually is was more like this:
Shoveling Snow. Minus the hat. My hair ACTUALLY froze.
But with this simple, daily, winter activity I was overwhelmed with a sense of calm. The in-between happy/sad/angry/mad place where you connect with your purpose. The place where you find YOU. And even though it only lasted minutes, they felt like a lifetime.
This is the beauty that a daily mediation practice can bring you. The peace. The most amazing thing about going within is that is can be done anywhere, and does not have to be in a quiet room, on a special cushion, with incense.....I could go on. You do not need to know how to "do it", you don't need a book a manual, a website to tell you how.
You just need to sit and be still. Breathe. Witness. When thoughts come, look at them and smile. Then breathe. Witness. Be still.
Shovel, sweep, wash dishes, play with your kids, but in every situation be mindful, be there, fully in the moment.
It's that simple. Give it a try, you'll be glad you did.
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