There are 365 days, 52 weeks and 53 weekends in 2013. Sounds like a lot of time! But the truth is that this time will fly. Unless we consciously decide how we want to experience this year, it may take a different direction and leave us disappointed 12 months later.
I’ve been reflecting on my experiences in 2012. I keep a daily track of my life in terms of my physical levels, emotions, and overall “enjoyability” of my days. I am the type of person who likes to have multiple hobbies, start new activities quite regularly and socialize quite a lot. At the same time, I know I need enough time for my own rejuvenation, like meditation, journaling and tai chi, to stay in harmony.
Review of my journal revealed that while my life in the first part of 2012 felt in balance, my life in the last 5 months of 2012 was less enjoyable, mainly because I over-scheduled myself with activities. Many days I felt low energy levels and frustration, since I didn’t have enough time for myself.
As I am standing at the beginning of the new year, it is my choice how I decide to spend this time. I visualize the next 12 months in my mind. What are going to be the main things happening in my life in this particular month?
For example, I will be launching an important project in March. I am not going to plan any major social activities for any of the weekends in this month, since I will need a lot of time to rest. Or another example, my husband and I plan to participate in a dance event in September. Our prior experience taught us to be careful what we plan in the weeks leading to this event. Last year we ended up living quite hectically during this time which left me energetically depleted.
Less is often more. I say “Yes” to experiencing harmony, love, joy and peace. I say ‘Yes” to respecting my needs. I set an intention to experience more of being in 2013 rather than of doing. To have time to reflect, connect with my inner wisdom, cultivate an attitude of love and gratitude. I will benefit enormously as well as everyone around me.
What do you want to experience in this new year?
How do you envision your life to be? What can you do today to make it happen?
Wishing you a happy and balanced 2013 Blanka! Lovely post, looking forward to reading more!
Blanka, I stumbled across your website, and I feel as if I found a “sister” of sorts… I applaud your efforts not be over-schedule, as I often do…. I am reminded of one of my favorite quotes by Lao-tse……It reads something like this: “To attain knowledge, add things every day. To attain wisdom, remove things every day.” Wishing you a successful 2013, and looking forward to your blog! — Barbara
Hello Barbara, thank you for your words, they touch my heart! I love your quote from Lao-tse! Looking forward to hear from you again!
All the best. Blanka
Hello Blanka! I enjoyed this post very much and your blog is beautiful. It reflects you. 🙂
I notice when I “get in my head” I start to think of a lot of things at once and nothing gets accomplished. As I do more Nia movement, meditation, and walk outside with our dogs, I find my creativity increases and my mind calms and I focus.
I like your idea about planning the month – who do I wish to BE and accomplish this month of Feb?
Thank you!
Hello Terri! Thank you so much for your feedback, it means a lot to me!
Your reflection about being too much “in the head” is right on the spot! Our mind is a great servant but a bad master… I can completely see how Nia and meditation are helping you to focus and enjoy life more!
Hope your February has been a fantastic month so far!
All the best,
Blanka