“Take time to smell the roses”; “Tomorrow is not promised”;
“Seize the moment”; all are old adages that instruct us to relax and enjoy the
now and joy of life. This is wisdom that
has been passed down through many generations that has served society well.
They are still serving society well, if only we would heed
their advice. We’ve become such a busy
people that we don’t have time to rest.
Some of us have wrapped ourselves so tightly in the functions of life
that we’re not living a healthy life.
We’re tasked out and worn out to the point that it’s affecting our physical,
emotional, and mental health.
I was speaking with one of my colleagues today in reference
to reclaiming some sanity by purposely unplugging for twenty-four to
forty-eight hours and just relax. I have
shared my strategy in the past, but believe that it’s worth mentioning
again.
Every ninety days, the plan is to take a Friday or a Monday in
conjunction with a weekend to get away from work, family, and church to take
some time to refocus, re-center, and rejuvenate myself. I believe that it’s warranted, it’s needed,
and you and I worth it.
Life can be tough, stressful, and at times overwhelming;
taking some me time will aid in being able to focus on the important things and not only the negative stressful aspects of life that claim a great
deal of our time and lives.
So seize the moment by taking time to smell the roses
because tomorrow is not promised. Learn
or re-learn how to enjoy the now of life.
You will never see this current "now" ever again; after this moment is
gone, it’s gone forever. Live in the
moment; drink up the juice of joy and create unforgettable moments; moments
that will survive the test of time.
By the way, here is another old adage, “Don’t put off for
tomorrow what you can do today.” We only
have one life to live, so live it to the fullest. Love on purpose, laugh out loud, and live
your best life today. Don't put it off and say I'll get to it later. This moment is fleeting, so enjoy and appreciate the joy of now.
This has been your 80 seconds of encouragement.
Tims2Centz
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