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Joy hides in the ordinary
Look at a tree like you’ve never seen something so beautiful. Draw, write, or create without rules and boundaries. Taste your dinner like it’s your first meal of the day. Savour the warmth of morning coffee, the satisfaction of a completed task, or the beauty of a familiar face. Use mindfulness to transform your routine Continue reading
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3 Strategies for Living, Not Existing
Don’t you think living is more than just being present and ‘doing the do’. It’s about experiencing life fully, engaging with the world, and finding meaning. It’s easy to just go through the motions day after day, especially during the week. Here are some strategies to realise a vibrant life. I’m no expert, but I’m Continue reading
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It’s nearly mid week…
Time for a photo pick me up. Hope you are having a great a week, friends. Continue reading
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Where did the weekend go?
Before I know it, it’s Monday morning, and the working week begins again. I’m fortunate. I have a great job and work with terrific people, but I confess I’d love a 3 day weekend every now and again. If I had an extra day, I promise I wouldn’t waste it. I’d be so productive my Continue reading
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Down the Port with the SMC Super Macro Takumar 50mm
****REPOSTED WITH PERMISSION. IF YOU ENJOY THIS, VISIT THE LONELY RUIN ON WORDPRESS****. I’ll admit that I’ve never been a photographic specialist. I’m not into landscapes or portraits or macros, as much as I’m just into photography in general. Having a niche is great, but it doesn’t really satisfy my curiosity much and I’d rather Continue reading
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Off to the dentist today…
You know what that means. It’s time to practice some mindfulness. I’m really not keen for dental work (nothing against dentists as such), so there are three things I’m going to do while I’m in the chair today…1. Focus on my breathing. I’ll count my breaths and keep bringing my mind back to my breathing if Continue reading
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Moving through the mid week slump
This was us on Sunday. Fresh air. Cool breezes. Outdoors. Adventure. Hiking. Friends. Laughing. Chatting. Planning. And the odd bit of back slapping as we affirmed our 4km accomplishment up and down paths and rocks. The walk (hike) was stunning. There had been a fire through here at some point, and it was lovely to Continue reading
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Daily affirmation
This is your daily reminder that reaching your goal should not come at the expense of enjoying the journey. Make every day count for something. Be discerning about how you spend your time and who you spend it with. Be curious and be courageous. Find the light and shade. Find reasons to smile, laugh, and Continue reading
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