I've always felt so lame making a vision board. I act like I'm ashamed of my interests, passions and good memories. Like I want to hide what makes me happy. What a pointless habit. A disgusting waste of energy too.
I'm working on creating a vision board on my computer desktop. It shows random pictures of past events and memories that make me happy and/or motivate me. I'm about half done with it. I add a picture here and there when I have a spare minute.
I'm also considering a photo album. Real, hard copies of photos are SO much better than cropped, shrunk images, collaged onto an icon-crowded desktop. The feel of a photo has a "macaroni and cheese" effect on me. Comfort food.
I seek the comfort of prints when all else fails. And it works. I'll see one of those photos, all by itself and not part of a busy collage. That photo will make me smile. That memory becomes more tangible when I hold a picture in my hand. The moment captured becomes more real, more intimate.
I often forget the amazing adventures I have been on. Usually I'm too caught up worrying about the things I haven't done. Waste of time and effort. More positive moments are available in photo form to remind me of the thrill of whitewater rafting. Camping trips. That crazy, high train trestle I walked across. Disneyworld. The beach. Sweet family moments. Friends. Family. Connections.
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Friday, September 13, 2013
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Perspective
In my personal life, 2013 has been the year of fresh perspective. I have ridden a roller coaster of love and hate this year. I've come very close to giving up on my family. I've come very close to giving up existence. However, I also opened my mind up to new experiences and goals. I opened my heart to allow a deeper love to penetrate.
Some days I feel especially aware of the suffering and the hidden pain in my community. Some days I feel I'm wearing "truth-glasses" and can see people for what they really are. Some days I challenge the concept of "time." Yet some days I challenge the entire concept of "existence."
I feel very in touch with nature, though. Nature feels "real." I understand animals, plants, weather on a MUCH higher level than all the man-made distractions. I feel I am a part of nature. I am NOT a part of technology. Perhaps I'm taking my "first world problems" for granted.
Reflecting on this year has made me realize one thing. I have the power to change things, but I must start with "me." I can change my physicality, my spirituality, my mind. I must improve my mental and physical health. I must also keep in mind what my greater goals are.
My biggest goals involve meaningful connections. That's what keeps people going...connections. Energy is shared through connections. Emanating positive energy...now THAT is a goal.
Some days I feel especially aware of the suffering and the hidden pain in my community. Some days I feel I'm wearing "truth-glasses" and can see people for what they really are. Some days I challenge the concept of "time." Yet some days I challenge the entire concept of "existence."
I feel very in touch with nature, though. Nature feels "real." I understand animals, plants, weather on a MUCH higher level than all the man-made distractions. I feel I am a part of nature. I am NOT a part of technology. Perhaps I'm taking my "first world problems" for granted.
Reflecting on this year has made me realize one thing. I have the power to change things, but I must start with "me." I can change my physicality, my spirituality, my mind. I must improve my mental and physical health. I must also keep in mind what my greater goals are.
My biggest goals involve meaningful connections. That's what keeps people going...connections. Energy is shared through connections. Emanating positive energy...now THAT is a goal.
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