We’ve all heard the “busy
excuse” – and we know that North Americans constantly use busy-ness as a badge
of honour.
I don't know why time
is so slippery. Today I had intended to carefully read a friend’s paper while
waiting for an appointment. An old friend came over and animatedly talked at me
for 30 minutes. He needed to get that stuff out I guess, and it was terrific to
see him, but the conversation played havoc with my planning.
Maybe I need to plan to
do a little less.
White space – the idea
of being rather than doing. More and more science is showing how necessary
white space is for learning and in particular, for creativity.
In theory, I’m all for
it. In practice, the worst thing I can think of is a day with only the input of my own brain (no books or
podcasts or music or…).
TRUTH moment today: if
I DO less I may feel like I AM less.
So how do I (does
anyone) move from doing to being when our culture constantly reinforces and
applauds action over reflection?
I’ve been challenged to
take 5 minutes twice a day for a meditation exercise. Challenged – heck, I was
DARED. And I am daring.
But I only promised to aim for
once a day. I will “be” for 5 minutes.
It’s a start.
Love it - put it out there so there's no turning back! Looking forward to hearing more..
ReplyDeleteOf all the people I know, Kelly, I think you are poised to really break through on this. Because you have always cared more about experiences, about relationships, about helping humanity, than on the semi permanent things like things and status. These last two things are illusions that never bring true and lasting happiness. Now all you need to do is realize, 'hey, I'm darn good at creating quality experiences and quality relationships.' Then maybe you'll relax, and do your 5 minutes of meditation. ; ) - Barb
ReplyDeleteThank you Barb for your always insightful and gentle encouragement/ chastisement. I miss our sober/ hilarious chats. Quite a bit! K
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