Some stories don't have a clear beginning, middle, and end. Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it, without knowing what's going to happen next. Delicious ambiguity...
-Gilda Radner
-Gilda Radner
I'm a planner. I like to keep myself challenged. I always ask "what's next?" and look forward to what is coming up.
The challenge then becomes truly living in the present. Lately, I have been working to notice and appreciate the beauty around me. I think of my five senses: What am I feeling right now? What do I see? What do I hear? What do I taste? What do I smell?
It is tough to remain present when I have deadlines, to-do lists, plans for next weekend, next month, next year. Being present in every moment means I experience and treasure it, rather than breeze by it. I can settle into all five senses and escape to a place of calm and contentment. I move away from the daily stresses or long-term questions of life, simply breathing in my current experience. I don't have to worry about what might happen in the future, don't have to look back with sadness or disappointment. The present is the only thing in my consciousness.
Sometimes I don't want to live in the present when it's crazy busy or insanely stressful. In that case, I try to remind myself that the moment will pass, I will learn from it, and I will appreciate the calmer times more because of it. I find something to be grateful for that day, even a small thing like the changing fall leaves or a hug from my husband.
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May today there be peace within. May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be. May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith. May you use those gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content knowing you are a child of God. Let this presence settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and love. It is there for each and every one of us.
-St. Theresa of the Little Flower
-St. Theresa of the Little Flower
Such a beautiful prayer. And an excellent reminder during stressful times.
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