A life savored slowly need not be passive, inefficient, or slothful. Conducting ourselves at a slower pace enables us to be selective in how we spend our time and to fully appreciate each passing moment. Slowness can even be a boon in situations that seem to demand haste. When we pace ourselves for even a few moments as we address urgent matters, we can center ourselves before moving ahead with our plans. Embracing simplicity allows us to gradually purge from our lives those commitments and activities that do not benefit us in some way. The extra time we consequently gain can seem like vast, empty stretches of wasted potential. But as we learn to slow down, we soon realize that eliminating unnecessary rapidity from our experiences allows us to fill that time in a constructive, fulfilling, and agreeable way. We can relish our morning rituals, linger over quality time with loved ones, immerse ourselves wholeheartedly in our work, and take advantage of opportunities to nurture ourselves every single day.
Today I am grateful...
- that I realized early on in sobriety that I have to live a slow paced life to stay serene
- that my serenity is second on my list after sobriety
- that my bottom was what it was and didn't have to go any further down
- that today will be filled with work and a Dr's appointment
- that tomorrow I will be back on regular schedule
...the sense of continuous accomplishment you lose when you slow down will quickly be replaced by feelings of magnificent contentment. Your relaxed tempo will open your mind and heart to deeper levels of awareness that help you discover the true gloriousness of being alive.
~Today's reading from DailyOm
Where are your thoughts going? That is where your life will soon be.
7 comments:
I had a Doctor's appt today, too! Gad! We're twins!
WOW slowing down... seems ironic that if you slow downyou gain more time... and you know me with wanting more time. I will be more conscious of slowing down today. Thanks Scott
You, my dear are a jewel.
As far as returning to regularity tomorrow, try metamucil. HA!
I like to hurry. I will wait till the last moment so that I can hurry. It is weird.
I'm sure your, ahem, bottom is where it needs to be right now. Lol.
btw what is a Scrimp?
have a groovy day.
I have taken this slowing down and embracing simplicity to a new level in my life. I even walk slower now that I am sober! I pray that I never again have to hurry through life.
Kenny, Skrimp = shrimp.
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