Fast...

 

I came across this in a book and thought it would be good practice to do for one day. I find I can be very critical of myself, so going on a "criticism fast" would help bring awareness and help remind me to be kinder to myself when I am imperfect and human. Self - Forgiveness is something I work on daily and I have to choose situation by situation just as I hope to continue to work on the harsh judgement I place upon myself.

The Criticism Fast

For one day resolve, "I will criticize nothing that occurs today. I will imagine everything that happens is for my good and the good of others. I will release myself from the judgements I have laid upon myself. I will see myself, my motivations and my actions as pure. I will not agree with the critical or judgmental words or attitudes of others. I will not deny the good within and around me. I give this entire day to the celebration of good."

Step away...

Sometimes it helps to step away from what your doing to gain perspective and regain your enthusiasm. It's hard when your right in the middle of it all to stop and completely do something different, but it's a good practice to have ~ to put that pause in your week and just step away...

Practice...

"They say, practice makes perfect." Last night my daughter and I were over at a good friends and while  her daughter and mine were video chatting with another friend, we decided to watch a movie. And even though we were watching a movie that is all we did. We usually would have our phones, knitting, or some form of a project we were working on, trying to multi-task, but instead we practiced the art of doing nothing - nothing but watching the movie. I have to say it certainly was more enjoyable to focus on being in good company and JUST watch the movie and nothing else! I plan to use this as a reminder in other areas of my life, to "be" in the present moment and ENJOY!