Being a Westfield, MA REALTOR can get stressful. Sometimes that stress can get me down.
Over the last month I have embarked on a self managed “attitude adjustment”. At my sister’s urging, I began meditating regularly, which has made an almost immediate improvement.
Since adopting our adorable dog, Tate, I am getting outside and walking more which is not only good for my body, but my spirit, too, since I love to be outside (most of the time).
I also have been adding moments of gratitude to my day. As I walk to my car each time I think of one thing I am grateful for and remind myself before I unlock the door. When I sit down at the end of a long day I take a moment to be present in my home and be grateful for a safe, warm home.
You don’t have to be a Westfield, MA REALTOR to relate, do you?
Next up I plan to start keeping a gratitude journal. I used to do this and each night I would find five things I was grateful for in that day. Some days were harder than others, but in considering what I would chose to write down, I would be forced to remember that even just waking up is an item to for which to be grateful.
Today I found the image in the post above and thought that quote was the perfect mantra and reminder as I work on myself, my attitude and my happiness. I hope it helps you, too!
I will keep expanding on these efforts, because I need to remind myself that life is the whole thing…the living is THE thing and I need to enjoy the journey.
Lesley Lambert, Western MA REALTOR with Park Square Realty 413-575-3611
