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Day 6: Give Thanks for the Simple Pleasures
Life’s become so complicated. And yet, more than ever people are setting aside time in their busy schedules to indulge in the simple pleasures. Have you managed to cultivate an attitude of gratitude for the little things in life, that mean so much? Here are some simple, old-time enjoyments that have made a comeback in recent years, despite the technological advancements of our time. Home Cooking Comforting foods that are good for you never seem to go out of style, do they? It doesn’t matter what the latest eating trends are, or which famous chefs have put out a new set of gadgets or series of cookbooks. Home-cooked meals using…
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Day 5: A Cup of Self-Reflection
What is it about a hot drink that lends itself so readily to self-reflection and self-realization? Help yourself to an attitude of gratitude in the form of self-reflection and self-realization. Wrap your hands around a warm mug of spiced cider that you take time to sip slowly from a rocker on the front porch. Don’t have a front porch? Take a walk to your favorite downtown coffee house, and sit and sip on a bench outside the shop. Take some time for self reflection as the beautiful leaves cascade to the ground in shimmering shades of crimson and gold. Feeling like being with a friend? Make a date to meet…
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Day 4: What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger
If you grow a garden, then you probably know about "hardening off." In this process, you take young plants that have only been in the warmth of a greenhouse or in protective indoor shelter under grow lights and bring them outdoors for a few hours each day. You're supposed to do this for increasing lengths of time. The newly matured plants will become strong enough to withstand the elements on their own. Once your plants are fully hardened off, they're ready to be planted outside in your garden beds.
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Day 3. Slow Down. Take Time to Appreciate.
Are you making it your personal goal to close out the year by reflecting all there is to be thankful for? This is a perfect activity to broaden your mindset and invite more positivity into your life during the festive holiday season. One way to remember that you’re “30 days blessed” is by practicing purposeful living. This can be one of the hardest things to do, especially in our fast-paced world where electronics seem to make demands on us every second of every day. Remember that you are allowed to shut out the constant clamoring of a demanding life. In fact – it’s really bad for your health not to.…
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Day 2: Accentuate the Positive
Feeling blessed begins with being able to see the positive. Of course, some things are obviously a plus – like a free lunch, a beautiful day, a perfect parking spot, or an unexpected check in the mail. It’s easy to be grateful for those little moments that bring us joy. What’s a little more difficult is being able to see the good in an adverse situation. Sometimes you might feel like everything’s going wrong. You don’t have enough to pay the credit card bill this month. Your child got in trouble in school today. You had to say goodbye to a beloved pet. The checkout lines at Wal-mart seemed to…
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The Top 5 Zen Spiritual Gifts
The term ”zen” is a state of calm. You can achieve it through meditation, self-contemplation, and intuition. Zen gifts are perfect for spiritual people or for people who want to be more spiritual. A Zen gift can make a recipient feel great, bringing them peace and comfort. 1. Zen Wall Decoration Your home is where you spend most of the day, and the goal is to make yourself feel comfortable there. Although Zen decorations make a home beautiful, they can also increase spirituality. They can also encourage harmony. Wall hangings are a great gift. Motifs like: Stacked Stones A Lotus Blossom or The Face of Buddha make great Zen art…
