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a simple act of REVOLUTION…

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There is a lot of heartache in the world…on social, personal and spiritual levels.

Right now it seems like an ACT of REVOLUTION to manage stress.  For the sake of my mental and physical health, I’m simply trying to lighten up.

Every morning, before I get out of bed, I smile (which feels weird, but actually changes your chemistry) and ask myself: How do I want to show up in the world today? 

The feel good neurotransmitters of dopamine, endorphins and serotonin are released when we smile.  This not only relaxes your body but can also lower your heart rate and blood pressure. 

the science of smiling/psychology today link

Sometimes when I awaken, I want my sorrow or my anger…not too often though.  However, when asked that question, the answer is almost always comically obvious.

We’re all energetic beings. 

How we show up in the world has a ripple effect—both positively & negatively.

How do you want to show up in the world today?

    the past, the future & the neglected now.

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    This week I read that forgiveness will only occur when we recognize that we can no longer change our past.  That’s a relatively simple concept.  I’m able to intellectually grasp it and yet…why am I wasting time with would of, could of & should of thoughts?  If thinking about my past can give me the blues and worrying about the future causes anxiety, why am I doing it?  I don’t have to feel this way.  I have a choice.

    My past is my life’s circumstance.

    I cannot possibly change one thing.

    My future is uncertain.

    The only certainty is that my life will contain both joy & some devastating heartbreak.

     I’m neglecting my NOW.

    What can I do?

    I tried saying to myself what I’m doing at any given moment.

    “I’m calling the dentist now.”

    “I’m watching a video my daughter wants to share with me.”

    “I’m checking my email now.”

    “I’m listening to (insert the name of everyone you encounter) now.”

    You know what?  This really helps.  It slows time down and reminds me that I’m doing this one thing right now.  When I practice this, I feel more in control and less manipulated by those lousy would of, could of & should of thoughts.

    “Realize deeply that the present moment is all you ever have.”

    —Eckhart Tolle

     

    It seems damn near revolutionary to try to be more present is our distracted world. 

    I’m going to try.