On the eve of 2008, we talked about being "present" in yoga and in our daily life. This sounds so elementary and yet when you think about it; it can solve so many of our perennial dissatisfaction's: being able to release the past and accept the current situation for what it is, also giving up on trying to see over the horizon line and worrying or living for the future.
Sometimes my business self is not as good at this as my personal self. So much of business is planning ahead, projections, goals. I dream of seeing PositiviTee flourish and be a positive influence on many lives, also raise much needed many for nonprofits. Yet, I do believe if I plug away and allow the business to grow organically rather with a traditional corporate approach; it will happen.
Let's all remember to be "present" in 2008, that alone can make it a wonderful year.
Sunday, December 30, 2007
Monday, December 17, 2007
Finding Joy
Everyday is filled with chores and tasks we perform by rote. We drive, cook, shop without being present in the moment. Even our children are over scheduled and are unable to find joy that comes with spontaneity.
Each morning I have started to ask my kids what will give them joy today. It might be something simple like a cup of chai tea after school. I think it is important all of us remember we only have one life. Finding joy is an individual quest that should never end and definitely not be forgotten.
Each morning I have started to ask my kids what will give them joy today. It might be something simple like a cup of chai tea after school. I think it is important all of us remember we only have one life. Finding joy is an individual quest that should never end and definitely not be forgotten.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
If not now, then when?
In yoga we talked about taking a chance, pushing the envelope, challenging ourselves. My teacher said, "If not today, then when?"
This really resonated with me. I am not a procrastinater but I think it is the human condition to put off what one finds difficult or unpleasant. This could include cleaning a closet or walking the dog. I think this is what we have done regarding finding alternative sources for energy. We have not wanted to take our medicine today to prevent illness in the future. Now, the future is upon us. I try to challenge myself daily to try to find ways to live a cleaner, more conscious life. If I don't do it now, then when?
This really resonated with me. I am not a procrastinater but I think it is the human condition to put off what one finds difficult or unpleasant. This could include cleaning a closet or walking the dog. I think this is what we have done regarding finding alternative sources for energy. We have not wanted to take our medicine today to prevent illness in the future. Now, the future is upon us. I try to challenge myself daily to try to find ways to live a cleaner, more conscious life. If I don't do it now, then when?
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