Honouring our needs, embracing a slower pace, and life beyond suffering.
MONTHLY REMINDER
Reader, sometimes we have to slow down in order to speed up.
REFLECTION PROMPTS:
- What area(s) of my life would benefit from a slower pace?
- What gifts would slowing down offer me?
- With my current trajectory, where do I see myself heading in the next 30 days? What needs to change?
NOVEMBER'S REFLECTION PROMPTS
In November, I will give priority to the following 3 personal needs…
I will honour these 3 needs by…
I will protect my needs by establishing and maintaining the following boundaries...
Meeting our needs is imperative to daily functioning. When our needs are satisfied, we feel more connected to ourself and others; life becomes full and bright. Be sure to keep your cup full.
2 QUOTES WORTH PONDERING
1. Vietnamese monastic and peace activist, Thich Nhat Hanh on not delaying happiness:
REFLECTION PROMPTS:
- In what ways have I made my suffering my identity?
- 3 things I will look forward to this month are...
- I will dwell happily in this moment by...
2. Ocean Vuong, On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous:
REFLECTION PROMPTS:
- What am I swimming against?
- How will I be more like water this month?
- What or who has kept me afloat in the last few months?
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