Mindfulness Mondays: Beginning with the End in Mind

Lake Tenkiller Sunset 2015

One of the highlights of "lake life" is sitting quietly on the deck watching the sunset. It cues me to reflect on the day's blessings.  At dusk I pause to quiet my mind- still my body.

This week begin with stillness.  Set your positive intention for a day filled with blessings.

Consider how grateful you would like to feel at sunset.

This week I will begin with the end in mind.

Mindfulness Mondays: Weather Stress

Lake Tenkiller 2015

After years of drought in the Midwest we are now dealing with the pendulum swing of flooding. Although we have no control over the weather, we can influence our response to weather related stress. 

We can manage ourselves: 

 Prepare

 Educate (weather safety)

 Accept

We can extend support to others:

Donate money

Donate time (clean up and support)

Shop local (farms and businesses)

 

This week I will manage my response to stress.