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I’ve been re-reading Walden this week by Henry David Thoreau. More than 150 years ago, he began a quest to understand the “essential” elements of a meaningful life by spending almost three years in a ten by fifteen foot cabin built by his own hands in the woods near Walden Pond. I am inspired:
What if simplifying our lives helps us focus more clearly on the things that matter most to us?
What if you take a few minutes each day this week to consolidate your music library, clear out old books, or give away treasures that are dusty from neglect?
What if eliminating the clutter in your life frees you to appreciate the natural beauty of your surroundings? What if it brings your heart to a pure, simple state of peace?
“Our life is frittered away by detail… Simplify, simplify, simplify! We are happy in proportion to the things we can do without.” ~ Henry David Thoreau
Travel to Walden Pond and spend 5 minutes drinking in the possibilities… Inspiring video!
I was “What If Upping” a retreat full of spiritual teachers this weekend when one woman shared her dream, explained her vision, then surprised herself with a life changing possibility: “What if I tell people about this?”
What if you share your grandest visions with the people who love and support you in your life?
What if you cultivate relationships with people who see possibility, who believe in your capabilities, and know you as the beautiful creative being that you are?
What if you enrich your journey and accelerate your success by simply reaching out for ideas and sharing your passion for your creations?
“In your hands lies the future of your world and the fulfillment of the best qualities of your own spirit.” ~ Robert Kennedy
Did you miss last week’s invitation on Facebook to share with us what’s inspiring you these days? Come check out what people are working on and lend your encouragement and support!
I once asked famed molecular biologist Bruce Lipton, “From a scientist’s perspective, if you had one piece of advice to pass to our youth, what would it be?” His answer was simple: “Follow your heart.”
What if your dreams invigorate every cell of your body, and bring you the energy to move mountains?
What if, by following your heart, you reduce stress, access your creativity more easily, and add a spring to your step that attracts all sorts of amazing opportunities?
What if all the courage, the faith, the wisdom you need to make it happen is already right there with you, waiting eagerly to be set free?
“What if we’re all meant to do what we secretly dream?” ~ from the song “If I Were Brave” by Jana Stanfield
This week’s UPdate is inspired by singer-songwriter Jana Stanfield and her oh-so-inspiring website. You can download her song “If I Were Brave” online, as well as watch her moving performance of the same song on TED. A great way to begin a courageous week!
We live in an era of constant change. There is an information explosion happening all around us. For pioneers on the leading edge, there has never been a better time to explore the possibilities!
What if you set aside a few minutes a day to browse the newspaper, surf the internet, and mingle with your Facebook friends – guilt-free!?
What if you took a few moments a day to read your favorite books, poetry and magazines? What if you discover new music, exciting cultural events, or an intriguing class that calls to you?
What if our time invested in exploration returns to us greater creativity, increased connection with our community, and a sense of personal fulfillment beyond our wildest expectations?
“It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves.” ~Edmund Hillary, Antarctic Explorer & the first to summit Mt. Everest
Try this for an inspiring kick off to your week: Video from the Mount Everest Peace Expedition. What if you discover higher perspectives this week?
How often do we, in the midst of our busy days, rush through our mealtimes, barely noticing the food we put into our bodies?
What if, this week, we create a new, holy relationship with everything we choose to ingest?
What if raising our awareness, slowing down, and acting deliberately causes us to feel nourished like never before?
What if, as we fall in love with the flavors and aromas of summer’s bounty, our bodies thank us with renewed energy and vitality?
“Whenever you are sincerely pleased, you are nourished.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Speaking of nourishing yourself, what if you visited your local organic farmers’ market this week? I’ve been enjoying sweet juicy Parker County peaches and locally grown organic blueberries… Mmmmmm!
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