Tuesday, January 16, 2007

Have a Mindful Year

The start of the year is a good time to re-evaluate goals and priorities. In general, resolutions are a waste of time, but reflecting on the past year and determining what we can improve upon can be helpful. Becoming aware of what to change or improve upon is the first step. Changing your attitude is the next. I have become aware that there can be great value in being mindful of ones thoughts and actions. Taking the time to really think about what you are doing and why can give you great control over your life. Be aware of the present moment. Are you acting out of habit, or are you evaluating why you are doing what you are? Are your actions helpful or harmful to you or others? Are they improving your quality of life or needlessly wasting valuable hours? In addition to being mindful of your actions, consider taking the time to be grateful for the things around you on a daily basis. Even offer gratitude for the simplest of things. When you are in a grateful state of mind, the daily things that make up life feel much more fulfilling. Try it.

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