How well are you doing, taking care of yourself? Â Are you placing your own needs at the bottom of the list again and again? Â How is that working for you? Â As for me, I am on a life-long journey of self-improvement. Â It is a journey with lots of ups and downs, twists and turns. Â Some days I have balance, and others I lose my footing. Â But I do, get back up again and again. Â Life is extremely difficult, and not for the faint hearted. Â We all have a story.
For now, I would love to have you join me, in a season of renewal and refreshment. Â No matter what is going on, can you join me in my goal of each and every day, doing something kind, fun, or good for myself. Â For me, it is the Christian celebration of Lent. Â It could be the celebration of Spring as well. Â For me, when I do the kind, fun or good for me thing, I reflect on God’s love for me. Â It could be reflection of your love for yourself and the beautiful creation we live in.
This past week, my efforts looked like this:
One day, I made myself a healthy smoothie. Â Another day, I went for a drive with one of my Darling Daughters, and my Wonderful Husband and watched the Eagles in Wabasha, MN. Â I listened to meditation music on my iPod and relaxed, crocheted a baby bonnet and booties for my neice, and did a couple of workouts. Â As I experienced these activities, I focused on being in the moment, and reflecting on God’s love for me. Â It was wonderful!
Three people this week, asked me if I have lost weight. Â I haven’t lost a pound, although I have been physically active and eating healthy foods. Â I believe they noticed a change in me, due to the acts of kindness that I have been blessing myself with. Â Beauty flows from the outer to the inner. Â As I exfoliate, moisturize, exercise and primp, I feel better about myself, so the beauty soaks inward. Â As I read inspirational literature, get plenty of rest, and treat myself with kindness, the beauty of this flows outward.
I would love to hear what you are doing to renew your mind, body and spirit, this season.
Hugs!
Jill
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During this season, I am working on refreshing my marriage. Instead of complaining, I am trying to focus on the great things my husband does. I am also trying to encourage what he is doing. I am trying to do things before I am asked to do them – like the dishes!
As far as renewing my spirit, I am placing trust in God instead of in doubts. I talk with Him more instead of focusing on worries.
I just hope weohver writes these keeps writing more!