Gratitude when busy
Happy November Friends!!
Its one of my favorite months of the year. Thanksgiving comes and helps us all see the value in what we have and how to bring others together. Do you have a favorite tradition for the holiday season?
This month as I reflect on the gift of gratitude and how it has impacted so many areas of my life, I was struct by the rhythm of stepping away. Years ago, a good friend of mine challenged me to take some time each month for me. It came at a time in my life when things could not have been more hectic and "busy". He mentioned to me that solitude with the Lord is one of the best ways to get clear and focused on hearing the Lord. I then began to pencil in a morning of 3 or 4 hours of quiet with no devices and just a pen and pad. I first felt weird and wasn't sure it was worth it, you know the to do list never goes away. Then after about an hour or so, I began to really enjoy the quiet and saw some of nature in a way that I had not before. I began to write out my thoughts and dreams for certain areas of my life and then just really enjoyed the time.
The picture above is from one of my times by the water at Loch Raven Reservoir. I have gone here several times in the last few years to just sit and listen. This little practice has brought so much peace in tough times. No the tough times, do not go away, I gain a way of viewing and tackling the tough time mentally first before ever tackling it in the real world.
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What about you? Do you feel overwhelmed? Are you looking for a break from the "busyness" of life? Try it out, build it in a morning, afternoon or evening where you can completely unplug and just listen and write down your thoughts.
If you are truly struggling, please don't try to bare this life on your own. Reach out and get some help, even if it is just sharing your struggle with someone. You are not alone and I am grateful you are here.
Do you have a story that you would like to share? Remember that our stories are not just for ourselves, your story might be the inspiration that someone needs today. Message me and we can set something up to share your story today.