Observe Your World is one of my favorite ELAN Principles. It is closely related to staying present, being here, in this moment. And it corresponds to watching for and naming moments of beauty and abundance: a green sprout poking through concrete, fresh flowers in an unexpected place or stopping to turn your face upwards toward the warmth of the sun or soft rain drops announcing a summer storm. Such beautiful moments would be lost were it not for the practice of observing; paying attention to the tiny details that pervade our lives.
The world bombards us with billions of bits, bites and yes, bytes clamoring to gain our attention. We choose which gain access to our memory bank, but we have to be intentional. It is too easy to float through life with little regard for the world around us, inwardly focused on some concern or drama. It takes practice to pause for glimpses of beauty and wonder. Try it this week. Observe your world. You will find what you are looking for, so make it glorious!
Quote of the Week…
“Christmas is a tonic for our souls. It moves us to think of others rather than of ourselves. It directs our thoughts to giving.” B.C. Forbes, 1880 – 1955
Delight in the Light…
Yesterday was Winter Solstice, the shortest day of the year, and yet, it falls during the season of light; candles in various faith traditions flicker amidst strings of bulbs adorning houses and trees. While my family celebrates the birth of the Christ Child (in faith-based as well as commercial traditions), I appreciate and respect other…
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