Posted on September 27, 2008 - by Lu

Live More

I have been thinking more about the kinds of things and activities I fill my days with. I have been guilty of saying "I am really busy" and "I don’t have time". Actually, I do have time and my days are busy with activities and nonsense that sucks the life out of me. Admitting that is the first step to living more.

Over the past three years, I have purged my life of things, people and thinking that does not improve me in some way. I took a break from message boards and forums, blogs and people because of all the negativity swirling around. No matter how positive you claim to be, negative garbage has a way of seeping into your life and stealing your joy.

This year, I reclaimed my joy. I took responsibility for the quality of my life. I stopped making unnecessary purchases as a way to fill some kind of void. I started making connections with people I felt a spiritual connection with. I took risks and stepped out of my comfort zone. I stopped making so many assumptions and became a better observer. I have tried to not take everything personally. I have given myself permission to be first in my life more than I have been. I have been living more. Returning to the things that make me happy, cost very little and occupy my time with quality experiences. I am determined to not spend the next few years complaining about what is not right in my life, but instead focusing on what is right. Basic, simple gratitude is an amazing thing. It makes you appreciate what you have and for me, it makes me happy. That alone makes me rich beyond my wildest dreams.

Stumble it!