Being Present
Over the past several days, I have been noticing that when I embrace where I am in a fully attentive way, I feel more balanced.
My life is full: stopping is not an option. Frankly, that is probably a very good thing. 🙂 Yet taking many moments throughout the day to pause is an enormous gift that I can give myself.
Accept the responsibilities that life and work give you. Thankfully you have both.
Enjoy those that you meet and those that you love. This was brought home to me a few weeks ago. I lost a friend. One day she was in my life and the next day she was in my memory. You never know who will touch you deeply and you won’t know unless you are open to the opportunities.
This week, I have had four amazing opportunities to connect with people who I stepped into my life. In each interaction, I was deeply touched by the connection. As someone who is struggling with a couple significant losses, I am blessed that each of those human beings touched me and helped peel away the sadness.
Notice the earth, notice where you stand. At the moment, I am looking at my backyard and cringing because it is 10 days overdo for a cut and weeds are everywhere. AND I love it! Great dichotomy for the perfectionist. Yes I am overwhelmed with getting it all done, but in this moment, I am more drawn to writing than being outside and besides the ground is too wet to mow. 🙂 (Note: I am ALWAYS more drawn to writing.)
Find the gifts in the moment. This week, I found a breathtaking photo taken by my friend Dennis Boni. My heart literally stopped when I saw the photo and in all honesty, I wanted to propel myself to where he was and cry. The beauty impacted me that deeply.
Crater Lake, Oregon Photograph by Dennis Boni
While Dennis is a professional photographer and videographer, we can still learn from his ability to note the moment.
Being present opens your soul to possibilities of connection, of successful endeavors, and to a more fulfilling life.
With blessings & light, Chava
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