Take time for joy

I’m finding that making time for things that inspire me is giving me great joy.  But it took awhile to get to that place.

At first, I felt a little guilty doing something that wasn't "work". I kept thinking about things that I 'should' be doing; laundry, expense reports, you know the drill.  I realized that I was not being present in the moment. So with a some effort I realized there’s no advantage in waiting for “later”.

What am I doing now that’s more important than experiencing joy?
 
Pursuing activities that bring joy is not a luxury reserved for people who are richer, thinner, smarter, or less bogged down than I am. It’s a luxury reserved for people who take the time to design a more joyful existence.
 
I invite to you to schedule an inspiring activity on our calendar this week.
And then keep that appointment.
 
It’ll feel great. I promise.

Peace.
 

"Joy does not simply happen to us. We have to choose joy and keep choosing it every day."

HENRI J.M. NOUWEN