R & R for Sunday, May 29th, 2011

On a clear day we can 
see forever and ever.

We know where we came

from and why we are here

on earth and where we

ultimately are going. The

threads woven into the

fabric of our lives are

beginning to create

a beautiful tapestry.

~Marilyn S. Bateman

R and R Tip #51: Re-purpose your purpose.

It is important to remember why we are living on this earth. What are our priorities: our family and friends or getting that extra bonus by working 100 hours a week? Which really and truly makes us happier?

We live in such a frantic paced world! The world is not frantic; we are! We are the ones who choose to run around at the fast pace. Do we think we are ever going to make up for lost time? The world keeps turning at the same speed. We all have the same twenty-four hours in a day and it is how we choose to use those hours that causes us to be so busy that we don't take time for the simple things in life.

Making your day the best day ever starts with staying focused in the present moment.

By doing less, but focusing on the important stuff, you’ll be less stressed out. If you cut your list down and do only half the things you want to do for today, you’ll have a much better day.

If you get something important done, something that will help you in the long run, even if it’s only a step towards a major accomplishment, it’s important, you will feel great! You’ll feel a sense of accomplishment. That makes any day a great day.

It feels amazing to start taking action on making your life the way you want it to be. Go

for a walk. That movement, and the fresh outdoor air, will have a great effect on your day. And even better: take a few minutes to enjoy the nature around you as you go for your walk. Clear your head. Calm yourself during a busy time of your day. Think to yourself: How lucky I am to be alive!

If there’s someone in your life that you value, make time out of your day today to spend time with them and not just to watch TV, but to actually be with them, talk with them, bond with them. It works.

That is what my R and R Sundays are all about. Making your life full of purpose and living the life you love! Focus on relishing the moments that have been given you to relax, and enjoy them as the gift that they are. By being less stressed, well rested and full of energy for the days ahead we'll all be the very best we can be.

See you all next week!

Love, Live, Laugh and Be Happy!

ma