Today's Power Word: Beauty

Beauty

So often in our hectic lifestyles we forget to stop and smell the roses. Beauty is represented in so many of the things we take for granted. Life is sweeter in the moments we take to appreciate our senses and consciously enjoy our day for the unique gifts it has to offer. Even in life's most challenging times, there is always beauty waiting to be discovered.

Today's Exercise:

Stop right where you are, and find 10 beautiful things. Write them down if you are able. it can be anything from a color to a scent.a piece of music playing in the background. It can be just having the wherewithal to appreciate your senses. What do you notice? Next time you feel the stress coming on take a few moments to indulge your senses and give your mind a rest. Look for the ten beautiful things surrounding you right in the moment. You will feel refreshed instantly, and the thing(s) which were troubling you will become more manageable.

This is an exercise I haven't done for awhile - so I thought I would take a moment today and do it on the blog and share it.  If you feel the urge - add to the list in the comments below! 

the way my sons smile at me
the new kitchen cabinets we just refinished
the shade of blue on my wall
feeling healthy is a beautiful thing
my vision board on my wall - filled with beautiful things
the song of my soul
individuality
courage of my convictions
that feeling I get when I reach a goal I set for myself
the cat - he's so funny
the hardwood in my home - nothing like a beautiful old walnut staircase.

That took less than a minute and I surpassed the 10! :)

Do this for yourself and see how much more motivated and inspired you feel in less than two minutes!