Today I am in Sebastian, FL. For several weeks now, I have felt an internal "push" to take a little retreat. Just a good chunk of time to myself where I can THINK and begin to CREATE. For me, a normal step in the growth process of life.So far it has been great. I've had some recent changes in life, and though these changes are extremely positive (a decision to switch "career paths" and an awesome new long-term relationship), I still wanted time and space to regroup and redirect my energy and conscious thought to find balance. From being a balanced individual, I can more fully and properly enjoy these new gifts I have been given in life.
I found a lot of clarity through journalling my thoughts as they came to me. I was able to form a starting plan: develop my existing passions and also take time to hone my ability to listen to my intuition for my true desires and the ways in which I should go (through meditation, journaling, studying / reading, etc). I will begin this starting plan right away upon my return to "normal life," and from there I will know where to go next, when it is time. I have full faith that my life will proceed just as it always has in the past: the right things will happen when the time is right.
All the self-reflection is tiring ;) I took a nap earlier, and somehow woke up "on the wrong side of the bed." I could find no reason for this so I decided the reason why was not important.
To escape this funk, I did two things:
- I sat on my balcony at Captain Hiram's and watched the kids playing in the pool. I am fascinated by the art of Play, and derived a fair bit of second-hand joy from watching the kids, both in solo play and group play alike. Very interesting. Not a lot of frowning going on in a splashy pool.
- I wrote a big list of people who inspire me and why. At the same time, it made me feel SO GRATEFUL for these people!! I quickly detected a pattern in this list.
Top 5 Qualities My Friends Have That Inspire Me
- Thorough Enjoyment of Life / Continual Pursuit of FUN!
- Joyfulness
- Openness
- Teachable / Humble
- Creative
That's all I got for now. Have a wonderful Wednesday and have some FUN today. If you're in a bad mood, watch some kids playing, really WATCH them and perhaps you'll become infected by a little reckless joy :)
