As unprecedented times continue…we must seek to activate and cultivate our minds. Unknowns remain all around us. Our minds and beings are wired to engage in efforts to take control of the situations at hand in an attempt to bring about certain desired results and hopes. This will cause our thoughts to hone in on the problem like a ravenous animal and possibly lead us to try and formulate things in our own way. This effort may feel like an immediate remedy or relief, but if we slow down and seek for ways to know, develop, and grow ourselves, it may positively impact us and those around us for ongoing good.
Perhaps you will consider embarking on a new reading project as well as enjoying texts familiar to you. I believe in a steady diet of story and reading for every age and stage of life…It is as important and vital as food and nutrition to your body. VITAMINS for your BRAIN and MIND.
Recently, my husband Brian and I had our 4 ½ year old great niece for a weeklong “vacay stay” at our house. On her final evening with us…she asked with anticipation and enthusiasm… “What MOVIE are you going to read to me tonight??!” Of course, we found several fun stories to complete our evening!
Find something to READ and consider trying one or more of the ideas below to grow your mind mindfully!
Self-Care Ideas for the Mind
Firm your focus and displace fear
Allow your heart and mind to hear
From the courage you hold deep in your soul
Cultivate and grow and establish another goal
Flexibly adjusting your fixed addendum
Living forward finding fresh momentum
To every heart soul and mind
Find beautiful ways to be kind
So…the question lingers…Are you MIND FULL or Mindful…?
As you consider your position, feel free to add your thoughts, takeaways and ideas!
© 2020, Kathleen Bauer, Ed D
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