Thought-full Thursdays

This morning when I woke up, I mentally reviewed what I wanted to DO today and I switched my thoughts immediately to how I would have to BE to accomplish those things. Today will be another full day with lots of different activities. I wanted to start it off mindfully. “Thought-full Thursdays” came to mind as I considered how much more awareness I have become of my thoughts and the reality they create for me every day.

I started my day with a walk around Neil’s Pond. It is close to a neighborhood where my parents live now and I often stop in for a visit on my way to or from. Not today, however, as I ventured out at the beginning of the day instead of the end which is my normal routine. It was a great decision. My mind was clear and open for suggestion! I came away with some new ideas (one is particularly brilliant and I swear I wouldn’t have thought about it at my desk!!) and an incredible feeling of fulfillment.

Imagine starting every day feeling that way? You can, of course. I like to start the day thinking of how I will be BE. What I will DO comes naturally and what I will HAVE at the end of it all is sometime a surprise, but usually a great one! On Thought-full Thursdays I think a lot, particularly about what has happened over the course of the week. It provides an opportunity to regroup and adjust if I have strayed off course. I evaluate where I am in relation to where I would like to be at home, at work, at play and at peace. Because the week isn’t over, there’s still time to make it right!! Funny, THAT sounds like an old way of thinking J

There isn’t a deadline for living your life on purpose. It is important, however, to check in once and a while, consciously, if you are operating in alignment with your core values. Whether you choose to do this ritually on Thought-full Thursday or once a month or every day in meditation, it will serve you well. I have come to enjoy this process very much. Another great Lesson Learned.