Musings and affirmations: I take time to experience renewal.

Take time to sharpen the saw.

Steven Covey

Affirmation: I take time away from my routines so that I can experience renewal.

“Taking a step away from my normal daily routines and activities is good for my spirit. Mixing my schedule up a bit to allow more time for myself enables me to realign my soul with my outer being and resume living according to my belief system and values.

I recognize how easy it is to lose myself when I become consumed with the events and activities of everyday life. I see how I can begin to neglect the simple parts of living that contribute to an harmonious existence. This awareness reminds me to consciously take action to keep myself focused and on track with my true goals and desires.

When I take time away from daily life, I give myself the opportunity to close my eyes, breathe deeply, and do some meaningful soul searching.

I take a moment to re-consider what I value in life and determine if I have lost sight of those things.

I make it a point to renew and reinforce my commitment to the things I value most, so I can go back to living in a place that makes me the most content. I afford myself the opportunity to re-focus on what I really want to accomplish in life and how I want to accomplish it.

Today, I remind myself of the importance of renewal in allowing me to live the life I desire.

I commit to taking time to re-generate the positive attributes and values that may have lost their place in my life.”

Homework/ Self-Reflection Questions/ Journal Prompts:

1. How often do I really stop and take a moment to experience renewal?

2. Do I find myself relating differently to people after I return from my time away?

3. Is it easy for me to rebuild parts of my belief system that become broken down during my day-to-day activities?

Thoughts?

Have an awesome week!

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