SET THE TONE FOR THE DAY
Thunder…my last day on the island. Torrential rains….I didn’t feel like leaving the house so I didn’t go to yoga this morning. Yesterday I focused on the highlight of the day as I left the house. It was a big focus because I had just blogged about it.
I drove to yoga. To my delight, the yoga teacher was Carol one of my favorites who I hadn’t seen on this trip. Her presence was uplifting and I immediately smiled to myself. As I left the class I looked at the waterfall. Usually they are streaks in the distance. But as I focused on this one I could see the water streaming down the mountain. So there was number #2.
And I wondered about the rest of the day. And I had a great conversation later in the day with Curt one of my good friends. And then a great dinner.
So I know I am overdoing it here but I am doing so for a purpose. This morning I didn’t wake up with the same intention.
I called the airlines to change a ticket. And after an hour of being put on hold several times I blew it. Perhaps I could have been more conscious about it. I have the rest of the day to focus on the highlight.
How we start our day is so important. It sets the tone for the day. Start your day on your terms. Here’s what i suggest. First thing in the morning take the time to meditate. Then express gratitude for those things in your life that you are grateful for. Little things make a big difference. Be grateful for your smile and your sense of humor….for your openness. Perhaps you can think of twenty or thirty different things to be grateful for. It becomes a habit.
I am grateful for Whisperings, the great internet radio station. It really chills me out.
After your gratitude get into the highlight of the day.
Over time you will notice a difference. No matter what happens there will always be a highlight. It might just be a moment in time. But that’s what it’s all about–Appreciating each moment.
JOURNEY ON
MARK
JOURNEY ON is a blog dedicated to personal and professional development. Mark Susnow, an executive and life coach, inspires others to experience more fulfillment and success in their life. A former trial attorney for 30 years and musician, he integrates what it takes to be successful in the world with the inner wisdom unfolded to him through years of yoga and meditation. He also publishes, Letters on Life, an inspirational ezine. His articles reflect this journey in an inspirational and motivational way. http://www.inspirepossibility.com.