March 11 is
National Johnny Appleseed Day,
National Napping Day (second Monday)
How to have a more conscious life in our fast-paced world.
1. Live simply and deliberately. By choosing not to get caught up in the details of this fast-paced world, you are doing your part to slow down the rat race and quell consumerism. You will also discover that you have more time to enjoy being alive.
2. Stay in touch with yourself. Soul searching, meditation, and journaling are just a few of the many activities you can take part in to stay aware and learn as much as you can about your emotions, reactions, likes, dislikes, dreams, and fears. Having a solid sense of self gives you a firm foundation for living in this world.
3. Support or teach others as often as you can. This can help you form connections with people while also giving you an opportunity to make the world a better place.
4. Consciously choose what you will allow into your being. The media bombards us with visions of hate, war, and pain. Be judicious about what you read, watch, and listen to.
5. Acknowledge the beauty that resides around you. Whether you live in a sprawling metropolis or a stereotypical suburb, there are natural and man-made wonders just waiting to be discovered by you.
6. Nurture your ties to your community. If you don’t have one, create one that you can belong to. Modern life can be isolating. When you have a community, you have a circle that you are a part of. Its members – loved ones, friends, or neighbors – can be a source of support, caring, guidance, and companionship.
7. See the larger picture. Remember that the way you choose to live is not the only way to live. Widen your perspective by exploring other modes of being through research, travel, and discussion.
8. Embrace the challenges that life presents to you, and challenge yourself often. After a time, even the most exciting jobs or lifestyles can seem routine. Never stop assimilating new knowledge about whatever you are doing, and your life will never seem dull.
9. Move your body. In this busy world, it can be easy to live a sedentary life. Movement reacquaints us with our bodies and connects us to the earth in a visceral way. It also restores our vitality.
10. Make time for stillness, silence, and solitude. The world can be noisy, and we are subject to all kinds of noises nearly every waking hour. We are also often on the go and unable to relax. Being alone in a peaceful place and making time for quiet can help you stay in touch with yourself.
From Daily Om (which sometimes has some good advice, I think.)
No need for more quotes today.
What do you think?
...and I would add, be a good citizen.
ReplyDeleteBeing more conscious might definitely include that!
DeleteAll great advice, thanks for sharing the list. Take care, enjoy your day and have a great week ahead.
ReplyDeleteThanks Eileen, I hope you have a great week also. It is nice to read (again) things we all know probably.
DeleteSome excellent precepts!
ReplyDeleteThanks...I sometimes am in the mood to consider raising my consciousness a bit. And sometimes I'm not!
DeleteSome days I am happy that I did laundry, remembered to put it away, and try not to feel guilty about one thing and another.
ReplyDeleteTomorrow I have my hospice client, that is about all I can do for my community. I really have social anxiety.
Setting personal boundaries are important, especially for care-givers. I'm sure you know that, and it's kind of why I've dropped back from politics until the election is over (news, Facebook, blogs etc.) I have done what I can do. That is all.
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