#ThursdayThoughts: Serenity....

Good Morning Friends!

Well it's time for another Thursday Thoughts and to be honest, until moments ago I had no idea what I was thinking much less writing about. But I saw this on Facebook....

.... and it hit me... why not talk about serenity.

What do you consider serenity to be?

The bible teaches us about the "peace that passes understanding."  Could that be the definition of serenity?

Well personally I believe serenity is an inside job. Just like love and peace and joy and happiness...yeah all those seemingly impossible emotions.

Impossible to sustain for any length of time in this harried, stressful world.

But...what makes our lives harried and stressful?

No, it's NOT all the things we have to do...y'know places to go, people to see, etc. It's what's going on inside that makes our outward lives what they are.

So, next time you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed, take a deep breath and think serene thoughts and watch things transform around you.

Something to think about!
"Inspirational with an Edge! ™

Thursday Thoughts: The Healing of Nature

Good Morning Friends!

Just a quick thought for today on the healing power of Nature.

Have you ever been stressed to the max and decided to just go for a walk then come back calm and restored?

Nature is one of the most healing places in the world, especially when it comes to calming our heart, mind and soul.

I believe this is one of the many things we take for granted or feel as though we just don't have time.

Well let me encourage you to take the time!

Doesn't have to be a big production either.... walk barefoot in your back yard, find a park near your home or work and visit on your lunch hour. Park beside a lake, river, creek or bayou and just listen to the stillness. When your mind starts to chatter, tell it, "ok, we'll think about that later but for now I just need you to be quiet."

It's OK you're not crazy for doing this LOL! I do it all the time.... All right I heard those snickers J

Even sitting and gazing at a picture of a nature scene can induce those calming hormones and chemicals in your brain!

Here is one for you to gaze upon (wouldn't hurt to say the prayer either) and see if you don't have a more peaceful and productive day!

And here are a few more for you to enjoy.....

  

Something to think about...

"Inspirational with an Edge! ™