It was during in my quiet reflections about the direction I wanted to take things this year that a flood gate of thoughts and ideas opened within me and a long suppressed excitement for life once again awakened within me. I am happy to welcome my old friend back and grateful for the inspiration I feel coursing through my veins once again.
Life itself has always intrigued me. Just to think how one can vary so wildly from the next. We all have our story and each is intertwined with the twists and turns that teach us to enjoy the seasons when they are good and remind us that greatness awaits us just around a tragic bend. It is at both these times that we must remember to embrace the quiet moments and acknowledge the lessons that have been gifted to us.
Like many I wish fantastic things for this year. At the top of my list is the desire to live in the moment and cherish my life as it unfolds. I possess a "get up a go for it" attitude that comes with it an impressive list of goals. I have lived an unbelievable and amazing life because of this and I feel both grateful and blessed for the experience. However, my tendency to do it all leaves my days overbooked and throws me off balance. The result is waking up, diving head first into a "to do" list that is so far gone I am behind before I even get started. Wanting less for myself and restricting my goals to more "realistic" boundaries seems like an easy answer to this problem. That said I know it is not the "right" answer. Instead I will evaluate the real reason why I don't allow myself the time to be still. Why do I fill my days with series of distractions and what harm would there be in just letting one of the time slots be open and dedicated to myself?
I feel like I am always searching. Not that there is anything wrong with that but there is something to be said for just going for it. In all the years I have dedicated to evolving into a virtuous person of integrity the single most important thing I have learned is that in order to be an inspiration to others I must first become and inspiration to myself. The life story that astounds me and keeps me hanging on every word needs to be my own. The best way to achieve this is to just simply "be great!" Whatever that means to you, for it means something different to everyone.
As all of these thoughts come and go I formulate my 2011 list of goals. To be sure they are as unbelievable as always. I am interested to see how they shape up and come into focus. As always I am careful what I wish for as I know all to well the power my goals have to take my life in enchanting directions. I challenge you all to do the same and share them with someone who matters so they can cheer you along life's journey. Keep in mind your life's purpose as you choose your direction for the year ahead. Strive for balance in all areas and be sure to challenge yourself to be greater than the one you admire most.
Sending everyone happiness always and year full of prosperity, adventure, and excitement. May love and laughter find you easily and may you find a way to live life passionately.
Marie
