I’ve been moving a bit slower this past year. Nothing serious. Just some fatigue and minor physical issues. And though it has often times been discouraging I have discovered hidden blessings.
I have become more deliberate and intentional in how I spend my time. I have started to weigh the importance of everything and where my efforts could best be spent.
I am learning to be present.
I am becoming more aware in each moment and enjoying each experience rather than mentally and physically rushing to the next thing and calling it planning.
I am experiencing more calmness.
I am feeling more peace.
I am spending less time trying to multi-task and am able to complete tasks with more enjoyment and intention.
I even think my memory is improving because my mind isn’t so busy keeping track of so many non-essential activities.
What at first seemed to be a trial of my patience, in being unable to do as many activities as I once did, has now become the catalyst for greater self-understanding.
It definitely wasn’t my plan to have the challenges I’ve had, but I’ve since come to see that greater benefits have far outweighed any frustration!
Have you experienced something similar? What hidden blessings or benefits can you discover in your challenges?
With love,
Definitely. I’ve had to spend a lot of time inside this summer committing to very few responsibilities and activities. It’s been hard in some ways not to just tackle my To Do List. Yet, I’ve enjoyed the greater freedom to just be and embrace that. It’s also made me spend more time in spirituality.
Thanks for sharing this Amanda! You are wise to learn this now. After a lifetime of living by a to-do list it’s been a challenge for me to recognize that often times what we call slowing down is actually re-directing our focus to something that is much needed and probably long over-due. Your highest priority shifted to something wonderful! A new baby! How much more important can anything be than that! ???
Thanks for your encouragement Melanie! Surely do love you!
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