I love Thanksgiving. It’s a time to pause, reflect and open our hearts.
You all know I’m a big fan of gratitude practice but I realized recently, I was just going through the motions. I would do my yoga routine, meditate, connect with my intention and feel super grateful in the moment. But the feeling didn’t stick with me through the day. I felt exhausted and out of balance.
I bet many of you can relate.
To regain my “attitude of gratitude”, it was clear to me I needed to stop rushing and slow down. That included my thoughts, my activities, even the little things like how fast I drive and how hard I work out. I had a sense of urgency to move through the world and get stuff done. Wonder Woman was once my hero but she just wasn’t working for me – anymore.
With that awareness, I made a few simple changes:
I started taking the scenic route while driving instead of the direct path.
I became more selective about the podcasts I listen to and the news I read.
I stopped stressing about things and started trusting that everything I need to get done, will get done.
Plus, to feel inspired:
I’ve been playing Elton John and Dua Lipa’s Cold Heart – on repeat. Dance party for one, anyone?
I listened to Paulo Coelho’s The Alchemist on Audible. Jeremy Irons narrates it and it’s even better than the written book! It’s filled with so many nuggets of wisdom.
I surround myself with candles at every opportunity.
With slowing down and making these minor shifts, I feel more grounded and present. And, my “attitude of gratitude” is back.
It doesn’t take much to get back into balance. Grant yourself permission to slow down this holiday. Everything will get done, I promise.
In the spirit of Thanksgiving:
Seek out the things that inspire and rejuvenate you. May you feel gratitude for all the abundance in your life, especially, for those who contribute to your life.
Wishing you a heartfelt and fun Thanksgiving week.