That’s how I feel as I start to write this. I had hip surgery 8 weeks ago and have had a heavy cold for 2 weeks. Blah! I want to feel well and energetic and regain full mobility – and I want it now!
And I also notice, this morning, how golden the huge weeping willow nearby looks – like an exploding firework; the bright blue sky behind it; the various plants that friends have brought round; the garish colours of toys that my youngest grandson plays with when he’s here; my daughter’s small dog curled up beside me.
Now I notice how my mood lightens as I feel grateful for these things.
What are you noticing today?
In both my coaching and spiritual direction sessions, I encourage clients to notice – to sharpen their self-awareness as they consider the topics they bring to our hour together. Maybe it is to notice what energises them and what saps their engagement in the responsibilities of their role or the culture of the company they work for. Or to become more sensitised to God’s presence with them and the ‘coincidences’ that seem to strengthen their discernment when making choices.
I encourage you to join me today in using all your senses to notice the good things around you that can bring joy into your life, even when circumstances seem to be robbing you of that positive outlook.