“There is a calmness to a life lived in gratitude, a quiet joy.”
~ Ralph H. Blum
“Within you, that is a stillness and sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.”
~ Hermann Hesse
“When everything around you is crazy, it is ingenious to stay calm.”
~ Mehmet Murat Ildan
“How beautiful it is to do nothing, and then to rest afterwards.”
~ Spanish Proverb
There is no time like the present to slow down, pace yourself, be gentle with yourself and practice your inner calm. Now is the best of opportunities to not get caught up in the rush and to allow yourself to think clearly and make decisions in a calm state. I suggest that the gift of calm is priceless.
Staying calm helps you to focus on what you need to do and provides the energy and mindset to get it done. So, take a few slow breaths, take a walk, try a breath meditation, practice gratitude, make a list, consider the bigger picture, and everyday take a bit of time to do nothing. A sense of calm provides the strength and the spirit to get through anything. When calm sits in our mind and in our heart, calmness will guide life with a peaceful quiet, without worry and in controlled chaos. Embrace your calmness and enjoy the busy days of December!
“Gentleness is strength under control. It is the ability to stay calm, no matter what happens.”
~ Elizabeth George
Written by Deborah Lavender, BMG Senior Consultant
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