A peaceful mind generates power!
It’s funny how it’s socially acceptable for us to set aside time for doctor's appointments, nail spas, shopping, dining, watching TV, etc., but when we say to someone, "I'm sorry, but what you're asking me to do cuts into my alone time," we’re labeled rude or selfish. But here’s what I’ve learned: a person who values their quiet time is among the wisest people on earth. Not because they know it all but because they understand that a calm mind generates power.
The value of quiet time reminds me of a teenage boy who hunted deer in the mountains with his grandfather and some of his grandfather’s friends. When they didn’t find any deer in their favorite spot, his grandfather decided they should split up, so he sent his grandson off to a part of the mountains that he had never been to before, or at least not alone. The boy walked the trail for a while, and without spotting any deer, he looked at his watch and decided he’d better head back to meet his grandfather. But as he turned to leave, he realized he was lost.
After a few minutes of mentally putting himself down for being lost, he remembered his grandfather’s lecture on what to do if he ever lost his bearings while hunting. He was to “sit down wherever you are and put to work the most powerful tool God gave you – your brain. Sort through what you know and form a plan." His grandfather shared the plan he and his friends put together years back when they began hunting.
A bit apprehensive, the boy sat down. After a few moments, he recalled the details of his grandfather’s rescue plan, which included firing his gun three times wherever he was. So he followed the plan, and within minutes, two hunters found him. It was not a big deal to hunters; they knew they had a solid rescue plan. But the plan never would have worked had the boy not 1) stopped in his tracks, 2) sat down and remained quiet, 3) allowed his mind to recall his grandfather’s lecture, and 4) followed the plan.
Gratitude journaling and quiet time are two practices that complement each other. They both provide the opportunity to restore and renew the mind. They enable you to get creative and formulate a plan of action for whatever you want to accomplish. Quiet time and gratitude journaling also give you a much-needed break from technology overload, lower stress levels, clear your mind of clutter and confusion, and enhance emotional well-being and decision-making.
Are you struggling to find answers or a sense of direction? Be still and know. Be grateful for the power of a quiet mind to point you in the right direction, and allow your Gratitude Journal to be your compass! If you’d like to learn more about the power of Gratitude, join me via Zoom on April 8 at 6:30 p.m. as I unwrap 15 gifts of Gratitude for members of The Raft. I’ll share blessons that have impacted my life in more ways than I can count. Here's the link if you are interested: https://phylliscoledai.substack.com/p/1498c09a-9e30-4700-9f65-e0b8553c7f1e.
I’m here to help individuals or groups embark on one of the most rewarding journeys you could ever explore: the Gratitude Journaling Journey! Contact me at smallchange@myrtlerussell.com.
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