The cold, wintery weather encourages us to slow down, and the quietness of nature invites us to pause and to be still. It is a time for reflection, a time to be nurtured by silence, a time to pay close attention to the whisperings of our hearts. Looking back at the past year, we can count our blessings and successes, and learn from the inevitable hardships and mistakes that are an essential part of the instruction in life's schoolroom. It woke me up to the wonder and opportunity of each day and every precious moment.
Life is too short for regrets, worries and pettiness.
I know I've received a gift of time, and in turn, I want to give back to my loved ones and to the world. Thinking about and doing what we truly love is energizing. It's good for our physical health, and brings us joy and satisfaction. Doing what we love stimulates creativity and is one of the best motivators ever discovered. Avoid mechanical answers.