Happy Monday! Episode 16
The beauty of impermanence
Transcript
Good morning and happy Monday! I hope you’ll excuse the quality of this video. I wasn’t really planning on making one this morning, but I couldn’t resist the opportunity to share this with you.
I know many of you live near the ocean, and this is probably a regular occurrence, but for a land-locked lady like me, this is a rare treat.
There is a lot of craziness going on in the world right now, but I want to remind you there are also some consistences as well. The sun still rises. The tide still comes in and out, and this too shall pass.
Whether you are in a happy place right now or a place of suffering, just know that this is temporary. So if it’s a good place, you want to savor every moment, feel the experience with all of your senses. If you’re in a difficult place, then take comfort in knowing that this too shall pass.
With that, I wish you a happy Monday! I’m going back to enjoy this present moment. I hope you will do the same. See you next time!
Your turn
- What is one of your go-to coping skills for stressful times?
- How far are you from the nearest ocean?
- What else is on your mind? Anything at all.
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I totally agree! Whenever I’m experiencing something hard that’s my motto. And thanks for sharing that beautiful view! I love you sis❤️
You’re welcome Cindy. I love you! XO
Looks like you’re having a nice vacation, enjoy every minute of it. I am about 4.5 hours from the beach but used to live within a few minutes, loved it! When very stressed, I crochet.
We had a lovely vacation, Dee. Now that we are home, I’m doing my best to stay in the moment and keep some of that calm within me.
Good to hear!!
We live pretty near the ocean but seldom go there because of the crowds. Maybe now is the time to enjoy a less-populated shoreline. My husband and I have taken a few neighborhood walks and we’ve enjoyed doing some gardening too. This will pass and, in the meantime, there’s a lot to do and to enjoy.
We have beautiful mountains nearby, but no oceans, so it’s always a treat to take a beach vacation. The spot we go to in Mexico is still mostly private homes and small establishments, so the beach is not too crowded. I found that quiet little spot to record in the middle of a sunny day. Walking and gardening sound lovely. It’s still a bit cool here for gardening, but we could definitely put coats on and go for a walk. I’m going to have to find other ways to move, since my gym is closed for the time being. As you said, this will pass, and in the meantime, it is a good opportunity for rest and spending time with immediate family or to get projects done around the house.
Hi Christie, love the videos and I live about 100metres from the ocean. Each morning I walk onto my balcony and enjoy the view with my first coffee. It makes me happy and grateful especially at this time when there is so much stress and anxiety around the world. Thanks for sharing some positivity with us at #MLSTL and enjoy your holiday break. xx
I thought of you, Sue, when I was drinking my coffee by the ocean this past week. It really is so soothing. I also loved opening the window and falling asleep to the sound of the waves.
It is lovely Christie and I am grateful every day. It is a special way to start my day and I’m glad you can enjoy something similar on your holiday. xx
It’s wonderful to hear that you still experience such gratitude for something that you see so often. That’s how I feel about our beautiful mountains. Every morning when I head to work, I take in the view. At times, if the sun hits them just right, or they are covered in snow, it can take my breath away. We are blessed, indeed.
Music. Big fan of Music. Lifts me out of anything! #MLSTL
Music is a good stress reliever for me as well, Lydia. I even have a special playlist for when I need an energy boost.
We often use the phrase “this too shall pass.” Thank you for sharing your present moment. My present moment includes daffodils and loving family. Who could ask for anything more. Thank you for sharing your smile and your view, Christie. ?
I love daffodils, Erica, partly because they are one of the first signs of spring, but also they are just so pretty. And, of course, family. Enjoy!
You look so happy Christie! And why wouldn’t you be, when you’re at the beach. I love being near the ocean. Thanks for your positive words. We all need to look to the future at the moment. I agree, this too shall pass. #MLST. Sharing
These are trying times, Jennifer, but also a chance to draw closer to our immediate families or to get to know ourselves better. A time to rest and self-nurture. If I focus my attention and energy on the things I can control…and release everything else, it helps.
Hi Christie – lovely seeing you enjoying the sunshine and beach. “This too shall pass” is a favourite saying – along with appreciating the “now”. There is so much panic and selfishness around us atm and I choose to look past that and focus on kindness and peace. Keep enjoying that lovely spot you’re in.
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Thank you Leanne. We did enjoy the beach and our friends there. If anything, it was made sweeter knowing what we faced when we returned home. I am doing my best to focus my attention and energy on what I can control and looking for the positives and the lessons to be learned in this situation. Best wishes to you and yours!
Tis nice to get out and enjoy the sun wherever you are, including the beach. It’s two or so hours from me now but I don’t mind at all – even when I do get there, I virtually never swim (unless it’s in the tropics or Asia) as I’m a wimp and hate cold water. Lots of other lovely things outside at all and lots to visit other times.
We didn’t swim either, Christine. We did enjoy walking the beach, looking for sea glass, listening to the ocean, and watching some beautiful sunsets. As you pointed out, there are so many lovely things to enjoy outdoors.
The ocean is always my go to place, in good times and bad. We live twenty minutes away and visit there at least twice a week. Sunshine, wind, sound of the waves, seagulls, it’s all very comforting and reassuring. Schools are closed here and my happy place is being invaded by families. I don’t mind sharing, but getting a parking space is quickly becoming an issue. Take care.
That sounds wonderful. We have beautiful mountains within a 15-minute drive, but no ocean. Best wishes to you and yours!
Lovely and so true. this moment is all we have. Thanks Christie for sharing this glimpse of ocean. I moved from the east coast of America where I lived right at the oceanfront to the beautiful mountains of the desert southwest. I love it here, but at times miss the ocean. It was a real treat to see the ocean wherever that was. Xxx’s. Visiting from #MLSTL.
Hello Nancy. We were in Mazatlan, Mexico, and it was truly beautiful. There is just something about the power and majesty of the ocean.
LOVELY.
Lovely to see and read. I know I have been more stressed over this latest world wide crisis but…then I gave myself time to think about how well I did (over time!) when I had to watch and wait for my various cancer treatments to be done. So, I am fortunate to have a full fridge and pantry right now, a loving husband, excellent housing and lots of activities and hobbies to choose from…including blogging.
Sending wellness wishes to you and yours.
Denyse. #MLSTL
Confidence in your abilities is a huge part of resilience, Denyse. Knowing that you have it within yourself to survive the waiting, and with your grateful attitude for all you do have, you will do just fine. I also am fortunate to have food (and toilet paper) in the house, a good husband, and the ability to work from home. I am also extremely grateful for technology and the ability to connect with loved ones near and far while keeping a safe physical distance. Take care!
Sadly, emotional eating is one of my coping skills. So apparently, I am not terribly skilled at coping. I often react impulsively, too. Another poor way to cope. But after I get done stuffing food in my mouth and running around doing impulsive things, I can usually begin to dig my way out of whatever is plaguing me or troubling my life. And when the storm has passed, I cry.
What a beautiful backdrop you had today. Thank you for sharing.
You’re not alone in the emotional eating and the impulsive actions, Leslie. I ate ice cream for lunch yesterday…and I’m not sorry. 🙂