Focus on the journey, not the destination. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it. Greg Anderson Being present while you’re involved in an activity brings the joy out in doing the activity. I know of many who have a goal and are so concentrated on getting it done, checking itContinue reading “September 17”
Category Archives: September Journal
September 16
If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude. Maya Angelou When you read about Maya Angelou, you’ll learn that she lived through many different experiences. I find her similar to many people I have known over the years who overcame life experiences that were difficult, heartbreaking and whoContinue reading “September 16”
September 15
I like this Chinese Proverb simply because it makes sense to me. When we are relaxed, we are in a state of peace where we find ourselves centered, grounded and at ease. Thus we are showing more of who we really are than when we are filled with tension and emotions, erratic vibrations and anxietyContinue reading “September 15”
September 14
Rumi’s quotes often inspire me and this one is no exception! Read this one twice slowly and allow its magic to seep into you. Oftentimes we feel inspired to help everyone and to change the world by sharing what we know, what we’ve learned and how it’s helped us in our life’s journey. I amContinue reading “September 14”
September 13
Yesterday I wrote about tears, but especially because today is Monday, I wanted to continue to help you in your healing journey by reminding you of the quote above by Rhonda Byrnes which I really like! Because we can change how we’re feeling when we remember something positive or sing a song that lifts ourContinue reading “September 13”
September 12
To express when we are saddened helps us to heal. That is why when I suggest writing in your journal about these quotes or allowing them to inspire you to dig a bit deeper into how you are feeling, it is because I want you to let the tears flow in a safe place. ItContinue reading “September 12”
September 11
All is not lost if you aren’t where you’d like to be which is what I feel the above quote is saying to us. We can begin again at any point and change the ending. What a lovely gift change is to us! Imagine waking up tomorrow morning to the commitment to make a JoyfulContinue reading “September 11”
September 10
Everything changes. The seasons, the weather, the moon phases, the sun, people, places, clock hands – big smile, I’m sure you know what I mean. But sometimes we become so myopic that we dread change even though there’s constant change around us in many different ways. I am reminded – nothing stays the same –Continue reading “September 10”
September 9
Changing our behavior takes practice. Like any new learning experience, the more we practice, the better we become at whatever we’re choosing. For example, if we’re prone to negativity, then we need to increase our positivity which can feel overwhelming and challenging for some. But we can do it! At any point in our lives,Continue reading “September 9”
September 8
I have a plaque given to me by a friend which is near the entrance to my home which has many quotes from Mother Teresa. Her wisdom about life, caring and people inspires me. To me, life is about making a positive difference in my life and in the lives of all of those amazingContinue reading “September 8”
Joyful Change With Yvonne 