Happiness

Reflecting on the nature of happiness this morning, this curious quote, attributed to Abd Er-Rahman III of Spain caught my eye—

Overcoming Fear

As I joyfully prepare for a full day of workshops tomorrow, my thoughts go back to the very first workshop I ever presented—and to all the fears and doubts and worries that took over nearly all of my waking hours the whole week before.  What might be today had I let those fears, doubts and worries have their way with me?

Gratitude

Today my thoughts turn to gratitude.  I fill my journal pages with those things I am thankful for…

I Am A Part of All

Today, a Navajo chant:

The mountains, I become part of it,

The herbs, the fir tree, I become part of it

The morning mists, the clouds, the gathering waters,
I become part of it.

The wilderness, the dew drops, the pollen
I become part of it.

May you connect with nature today and feel, with your heart and mind and body, your profound connection to all living things.

Enjoy your day!

Reaching Out

“The healthy and strong individual is the one who asks for help when she needs it.  Whether she’s got an abscess on her knee or in her soul.” — Rona Barrett

May you have the strength, health and wisdom to reach out to someone when you feel overwhelmed.  And may you too be that someone that others reach out to when they feel overwhelmed.

Enjoy your day!

Manners

“Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others.  If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use.” — Emily Post