Did you ever have a vivid flashback when you caught a whiff of something that reminded you of it? Pleasant memories or not, it's amazing how a smell can take you speeding back to a moment in time. Sometimes I can even remember what I was wearing in that moment!
Aroma therapy sure works for me and it's another simple pleasure that doesn't cost a penny! Phoebe (my dog) and I enjoyed some great smells today on our walk. The magnolia blooms are beginning to open and there are fragrant flowers and bushes everywhere. At my favorite rose display I had Phoebe sit and stay on the sidewalk so I could lean over and smell them. In most cases I think the resident would be pleased that someone is enjoying the fruits of their labor. Once a woman came out to comment that she liked seeing me do it. Just don't stomp on anything precious in the flower bed and beware of dogs protecting their property.
So today, whether it means putting on another pot of coffee (better make it decaf at this time of day), sitting in a bath with some fragrant oil, stepping outside to sniff some spring flowers, or frying an onion, I hope that you can all breathe in some of your favorite aromas.
Simply,
Mary
Showing posts with label positive thinking. Show all posts
Showing posts with label positive thinking. Show all posts
Friday, May 7, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Things Are Looking Up
Did you ever need a break from looking at the clutter that you are planning on organizing? Sometimes it can give you a real brain cloud! The other day I came upon something that helped revive me.
I am trying to get back to aerobic exercising and doing some yoga and stretching too. I remembered how I used to like doing inverted postures, like shoulder stands and head stands. They get all the blood out of your legs and feet and really rejuvenate your brain. Try it - it really works. Well, while up in that shoulder stand, I of course was looking at the ceiling. It was so spacious and so much more uncluttered than the floor. Other than a light fixture, it was totally clear of stuff. I enjoyed the view and upon returning to upright position, was rejuvenated enough to tackle the next item on my list. So, when that brain cloud sets in, just take a minute to look up wherever you are. The sky works even better - whether it is painted with beautiful puffy clouds like today, overcast or rainy, it is a vast expanse of uncluttered space to give you some relief.
Oh, and an added tip about your list of things to do (referring back to yesterday's blog),......I find that listing them in a time-frame where you estimate how long it may take for each task, is very helpful. You will be amazed at how much longer (or shorter) it takes you to do a task than you thought - so make a note of that for next time. That will prevent you from trying to do too many tasks in one day. It's no fun to come to the end of the day having only accomplished 3 out of 20 things on your list.
So just remember to hold your head up high, keep your chin up and enjoy the view!
Simply,
Mary
I am trying to get back to aerobic exercising and doing some yoga and stretching too. I remembered how I used to like doing inverted postures, like shoulder stands and head stands. They get all the blood out of your legs and feet and really rejuvenate your brain. Try it - it really works. Well, while up in that shoulder stand, I of course was looking at the ceiling. It was so spacious and so much more uncluttered than the floor. Other than a light fixture, it was totally clear of stuff. I enjoyed the view and upon returning to upright position, was rejuvenated enough to tackle the next item on my list. So, when that brain cloud sets in, just take a minute to look up wherever you are. The sky works even better - whether it is painted with beautiful puffy clouds like today, overcast or rainy, it is a vast expanse of uncluttered space to give you some relief.
Oh, and an added tip about your list of things to do (referring back to yesterday's blog),......I find that listing them in a time-frame where you estimate how long it may take for each task, is very helpful. You will be amazed at how much longer (or shorter) it takes you to do a task than you thought - so make a note of that for next time. That will prevent you from trying to do too many tasks in one day. It's no fun to come to the end of the day having only accomplished 3 out of 20 things on your list.
So just remember to hold your head up high, keep your chin up and enjoy the view!
Simply,
Mary
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