In unsettling times like ours, living with joy is an act of faith. It takes courage, resilience and grit to practice optimism.
I’m not advocating a pollyanna-ish stance. Far from it.
Humans feel. We feel both pleasant and not so pleasant feelings. We either let ourselves feel or we shut it off.
Balance is better. I find journaling how one feels in the moment, writing uninterrupted for 10-15 minutes or 2-5 pages to be a helpful aide. It’s an inexpensive and very calming way to learn how to self regulate one’s emotions.
This new year, learn to practice loving kindness toward yourself. I know I am – one more time again.