Published to Newsletter on Jun 24, 2020
Tracey L. Briggs, MA, Health Education Consultant, Supervisor, Employee Wellness
Since March, we have experienced enormous life changes. We have gone from the New Mexico Department of Health restrictions on social gatherings to slowly reopening our world.
The cancellation of momentous social events such as weddings, milestone graduations, family gatherings, and long-awaited vacations are felt with loss and can evoke a form of grieving.
Allowing ourselves to feel and express disappointment and sadness is important. Sometimes we obscure those little things when it is even more important now to realize that everything big is a collection of all things small. Additionally, the future can feel a little uncertain so noting some of the simpler, smaller pleasures of your day-to-day life can help you focus on the here and now.
In this week’s Positivity 101, I would like to remind you of a practice that promotes being more attuned to the modest moments. Feel yourself in the present and recognize what is right in front of you.
Your Daily Practice: Allow yourself to be enchanted by the small things
These “small” activities may be among the most moving and satisfying. As you go through your day, consider pausing to grasp and immerse yourself in the joy of the moment. By practicing this, you will nurture your emotional strength and well-being. Agree to give a few of these mini but beautiful pleasures recognition in your day:
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Tags: EmployeeWellness, Wellness
