I don’t like to fish. Maybe it’s the patience required, but it’s not very exciting to me. My husband however, loves to fish. When I go with him, I do one thing-cast. It’s my favorite part of fishing. Casting the lure way out there, I wait briefly-again I have little patience- then reel it in …
We all know people that seem to have it all and still aren’t satisfied. They keep searching for the next best thing, job, vacation or person to give them a deep contentment, a peace they don’t currently have. While they may have everything according to worldly standards, they lack what eludes them-soul wellness. Wellness is …
The brilliant orange of an autumn leaf, the surprising look on my laughing daughter’s face and my limited abilities-these are some things I noticed while being mindful this week. Being mindful of all things around me while also being present to experience them as discussed in last Wednesday’s post (Look Up & Pay Attention) is not an easy …
“Pay attention!” These words echo from childhood, I say them to my children, but even more often I say them to myself. It’s my mantra. What I pay attention to matters so I don’t miss the subtle, important moments of life. The small moments of life are what I want to remember. A quiet whisper …
Take a deep breath. Really–close your eyes and take a very deep breath. I’ll wait… How was it? Did you think about how your body felt, your worries or your to do list in that breath? Or did you experience a mini-moment sensing the depth and power of your lungs filling with life giving oxygen? …