being in nature, music, painting, dancing, the world is so full of joy, how beautiful to be there, what a precious gift is this life together with kindred hearts, friends and loved ones.
My company underwent a huge project and it was extremely time consuming. Our dept for sure got burned out. I am making an effort this summer to take long week-ends on the boat and enjoy life a little more doing so many of the things I enjoy this time of year. I was finding myself exhausted and taking naps and going to bed early. I just signed up for a 4 day week-end july 11th!
Recognizing my thought patterns and taking a moment to simply observe what I’m thinking. I struggle with intrusive thoughts plus ADD plus addictive tendencies and feelings of burn out/anxiety/depression. There’s a lot going on in my head and I don’t always think straight. I react quickly to my thoughts, even when they don’t make sense or I give into my addiction without thinking. However, I know I can be mindful of when I’m having these thoughts/feelings/sensations and give myself to reflect. Do I want to do this, do I want to think this? Is this helpful, or hurting? Why do I want to do x or why do I think x? Getting curious and asking questions helps me decipher what’s going on in my subconscious mind and allows me to be more present and to make more loving and kind decisions instead 🧡
As someone with a history of substance abuse, I’ve noticed that lately some of my additive habits have been popping up in different arenas in my life. Specifically, I’ve spent a good deal of time thinking/obsessing over a person/relationship that I cannot have. So I have spent a great deal of time in my head lately and not in the present moment. Today, I will try my best to be in the here and now rather than in my land of imagination.
Emmaleah, I can certainly relate to your post. I’ve also noticed how my addictive tendencies have shown up in other parts of my life and it’s quite an interesting revelation I had. It made me realize I have a lot more work to do, including being more present instead of living in my head like you’ve stated. Thank you for sharing.
I’m pretty available! Living life every day, in fact. I guess the one thing would be making sure I don’t spend too much of the day on the computer when I could be doing other things. So this is a short answer. 😄
LOL, Barb. Thank you for reminding me about my filler reading tendencies. Your answer reminds me of a question last month about a habit that holds us back from being present. You mentioned filler reading. I also talked about that and expanded upon that on a few occasions last week. Phones are even more tempting, because I can grab it at anytime within the palm of my fingertips.
Stay in the present moment.
Be aware of what is right under my nose.
Turn off the screens.
Limit the distractions.
Breathe deeply.
Practice gratefulness.
Happy July All…🐰🐰
I can make myself more available to
life, by excepting things as they are.
By relaxing into uncertainty. By
surrendering every day and practicing non
resistance.
There are things that I would like more of in
my life, like playing music, yoga, meditation,
bicycle riding, and some kind of regular
group activity, but paying the bills takes up
a big chunk of my time, not that I couldn’t
do more of these things, it’s just that my
time is limited.
When I make an excuse or when I realize
that fear is motivating me, I’m learning
to stop and question myself. I think about
what’s really behind that excuse. I think we
invent all kinds of scenarios and reasons
for not doing things. Some of these things
are complete fabrications or irrational
exaggerations.
From stories told around the fire, to
religious indoctrination, to political and
media messaging, we are and have been
told to fear the “other” and to fear nature
to the point of paralysis.
Charlie T, I appreciate your words of « relaxing into uncertainty »,. Maggie Jackson’s quote, Word of the Day, July 1, really caught my attention. I found myself considering what are the gifts in uncertainty. I jotted down creativity and possibility. So I am trying to be more aware and embrace « relaxing into uncertainty. Thank you.
Charlie, I’m all too familiar with making excuses. Been there; done that. It will certainly not be my last time doing so. Less of that is the best one can ask for. I’ve heard a familiar saying of “Excuses are like buttholes. Everybody has one, and they all stink.” That saying motivates me to be more responsible.
Lauryn, it’s very easy to have our priorities in the wrong place. We end up either not living up to our capabilities or taking on more than we can handle.
Yram, this reminds me of Sesamy Street when I was little. They’d do the letter and number of the day. Your response gives me 2A; availability and awareness.
It’s important to maintain positivity, but don’t be naive. Like all living beings, I wish for favorable outcomes; however, in my life, I know that I must also prepare for unwanted things that might happen.
My Ngoc, just like with so many things, we stand on the same position or at least, close. To expand upon preparation, it takes many forms like with just about with anything in life. There’s certainly more than one way to do things. Echoing Joseph’s post, preparation can be just as simple as awareness which starts with staying awake.
For me, the answer is contextual. Sometimes, I need to step up and step out! Sometimes, I need to show up quietly. Stop. Look. Go. can inform me if I remember to lean into that. And always, being well rested makes me more available to what is right in front of me.
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being in nature, music, painting, dancing, the world is so full of joy, how beautiful to be there, what a precious gift is this life together with kindred hearts, friends and loved ones.
Come to rest, stop, listen and allow. See how small I am in this world and still be here.
My company underwent a huge project and it was extremely time consuming. Our dept for sure got burned out. I am making an effort this summer to take long week-ends on the boat and enjoy life a little more doing so many of the things I enjoy this time of year. I was finding myself exhausted and taking naps and going to bed early. I just signed up for a 4 day week-end july 11th!
Recognizing my thought patterns and taking a moment to simply observe what I’m thinking. I struggle with intrusive thoughts plus ADD plus addictive tendencies and feelings of burn out/anxiety/depression. There’s a lot going on in my head and I don’t always think straight. I react quickly to my thoughts, even when they don’t make sense or I give into my addiction without thinking. However, I know I can be mindful of when I’m having these thoughts/feelings/sensations and give myself to reflect. Do I want to do this, do I want to think this? Is this helpful, or hurting? Why do I want to do x or why do I think x? Getting curious and asking questions helps me decipher what’s going on in my subconscious mind and allows me to be more present and to make more loving and kind decisions instead 🧡
As someone with a history of substance abuse, I’ve noticed that lately some of my additive habits have been popping up in different arenas in my life. Specifically, I’ve spent a good deal of time thinking/obsessing over a person/relationship that I cannot have. So I have spent a great deal of time in my head lately and not in the present moment. Today, I will try my best to be in the here and now rather than in my land of imagination.
Emmaleah, I can certainly relate to your post. I’ve also noticed how my addictive tendencies have shown up in other parts of my life and it’s quite an interesting revelation I had. It made me realize I have a lot more work to do, including being more present instead of living in my head like you’ve stated. Thank you for sharing.
I’m pretty available! Living life every day, in fact. I guess the one thing would be making sure I don’t spend too much of the day on the computer when I could be doing other things. So this is a short answer. 😄
LOL, Barb. Thank you for reminding me about my filler reading tendencies. Your answer reminds me of a question last month about a habit that holds us back from being present. You mentioned filler reading. I also talked about that and expanded upon that on a few occasions last week. Phones are even more tempting, because I can grab it at anytime within the palm of my fingertips.
Stay in the present moment.
Be aware of what is right under my nose.
Turn off the screens.
Limit the distractions.
Breathe deeply.
Practice gratefulness.
Happy July All…🐰🐰
I can make myself more available to
life, by excepting things as they are.
By relaxing into uncertainty. By
surrendering every day and practicing non
resistance.
There are things that I would like more of in
my life, like playing music, yoga, meditation,
bicycle riding, and some kind of regular
group activity, but paying the bills takes up
a big chunk of my time, not that I couldn’t
do more of these things, it’s just that my
time is limited.
When I make an excuse or when I realize
that fear is motivating me, I’m learning
to stop and question myself. I think about
what’s really behind that excuse. I think we
invent all kinds of scenarios and reasons
for not doing things. Some of these things
are complete fabrications or irrational
exaggerations.
From stories told around the fire, to
religious indoctrination, to political and
media messaging, we are and have been
told to fear the “other” and to fear nature
to the point of paralysis.
Yes Charlie……….the conditioned mind………..difficult to leave behind,,,,
Charlie T, I appreciate your words of « relaxing into uncertainty »,. Maggie Jackson’s quote, Word of the Day, July 1, really caught my attention. I found myself considering what are the gifts in uncertainty. I jotted down creativity and possibility. So I am trying to be more aware and embrace « relaxing into uncertainty. Thank you.
So True
Charlie, I’m all too familiar with making excuses. Been there; done that. It will certainly not be my last time doing so. Less of that is the best one can ask for. I’ve heard a familiar saying of “Excuses are like buttholes. Everybody has one, and they all stink.” That saying motivates me to be more responsible.
Focus on the things that truly matter, that are important to me and to others I care about. Stop trying to do all the things.
Lauryn, it’s very easy to have our priorities in the wrong place. We end up either not living up to our capabilities or taking on more than we can handle.
So very true!
I keep coming back to the idea of just showing up and being aware.
Yram, this reminds me of Sesamy Street when I was little. They’d do the letter and number of the day. Your response gives me 2A; availability and awareness.
Thank you everyone for all the lovely birthday wishes! I received so many wishes and from unexpected callers.
By remembering to pause, breathe, and listen.
It’s important to maintain positivity, but don’t be naive. Like all living beings, I wish for favorable outcomes; however, in my life, I know that I must also prepare for unwanted things that might happen.
My Ngoc, just like with so many things, we stand on the same position or at least, close. To expand upon preparation, it takes many forms like with just about with anything in life. There’s certainly more than one way to do things. Echoing Joseph’s post, preparation can be just as simple as awareness which starts with staying awake.
Reading everyone’s responses & reflecting on what resonates most with how I am today has been helpful.
Stop Look Go rises to the surface for me today. I pray to be aware of this mantra as I step into the active part of my day. Namaste, all.
For me, the answer is contextual. Sometimes, I need to step up and step out! Sometimes, I need to show up quietly. Stop. Look. Go. can inform me if I remember to lean into that. And always, being well rested makes me more available to what is right in front of me.
Happy Canada Day to all of our Canadian Friends!🇨🇦