Sometimes if I’m not careful, it is easy to let life pass me by. I’m so eager to reach my final destination, that I forget to stop, breathe and smell the flowers. “Life is a journey and it’s about growing and changing and coming to terms with who and what you are and loving who and what you are.”- Kelly McGillis
Today’s blog is about finding joy in your journey. It is a reminder that we need to slow down because the present is all we really have. Here are a couple ways to find joy now.
#1. Slow down and live in the moment
When you head is spinning in circles from all of the things you feel like you need to be doing at that very moment, slow down. Remember even in the tough moments, you can find joy and meaning. Even in suffering there is meaning.
#2. Self love
Love yourself! This means forgiving yourself when you feel like you have made a mistake in your journey. There are multiples ways to get to the final destination, and this is just one of them. There is no right or wrong way to live life.
#3. Gratitude
Appreciate what you have and appreciate the experience. Try not to take anything in your life for granted. Our health, loved ones, life itself is just so precious.
#4. Build solid relationships
Going through life alone is a tough way to live life. Letting in others and accepting help on your journey can bring you closer to friends and family. To me, one of the most special gifts someone can give me and that I can give back is quality time. The journey is not so bad when you have your loved ones rooting you on!
#5. Explore nature
I think one of the best gifts on earth is nature. Look around you, go explore outside and really give yourself the opportunity to be with nature. You’re whole life is a journey, so why not enjoy every moment of it. Surround yourself by great company with beautiful scenery.
Love,
Karen
Wonderful post. I agree with what you say. We often get lost in ideas of what we should have or how we should be or what we like the world around us to be. Being present WITHOUT expecting that very moment to be different is a good start. And if that doesn't work (my case), I ask why I can't appreciate the moment. And if I do not know why, I love myself for not knowing how to love the moment I'm in and forgive myself for putting pressure on me. And puff - I breath out and can let go. Beautiful.
Cheers :D xoxo
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WOw thank you for the thoughtful comment. I couldn't agree more. That is a great way to forgive and stay in the present. :) breath in and out!
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Oh yeah, cool thanks for the nice words. breath is the bridge to the unknown. or as i just read earlier: You're not a human doing, you're rather a human being...
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hehe nice you like it :)
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omgsh! I love that! Thanks for the share :)
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sure haha! glad you love it. cheers
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:) yes yes.
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Beautiful post :)
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thank you!
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thank you!
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I agree with all of your steps to find joy. I love this post and your positive beautiful spirit. Thank you @karensuestudios for your lovely outlook and genuine posts.
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aww thank you for the sweet comment! :) I hope to lift others up with my blogs! Thanks for stopping by.
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I like ur write up, princess!
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You'd always have destinations to chase if you're always looking for something.
But if you just relax, chill and enjoy what's in front of you, you'd be more at peace.
The journey IS the goal.
Good post @karensuestudios
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Ahh love this comment! Thanks for that ❤
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:)
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Great message (as always)! :)
In today's fast world where everybody is running and rushing from one point to the other it's even more important to value the magic of the moment and consciously live "the journey". We're so goal-focussed that we forget about appreciating the way towards these goals.
Have a wonderful weekend-journey! :-)
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Awww couldn't agree more! ❤ thanks for stopping by! It means a lot. Hope you have a blast surfing.
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You are more than welcome! I've been ill lately so there wasn't too much surfing unfortunately. But I'm recovering step by step :-)
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Wow! I think I really needed this....my friend calls it "smelling the roses" ...I might just soon write on that...this is a beautiful post
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You are very inspirational on the way you live and live with others and share them what is good in you.
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