To tame my ever-wandering mind and try to find focus and concentration, I've decided to try out mindfulness and meditation.In the PhD course which I am currently attending, every session involves a mindfulness exercise. Initially I was a bit surprised…
December 31 – Core StoryWhat central story is at the core of you, and how do you share it with the world? (Bonus: Consider your reflections from this month. Look through them to discover a thread you may not have…
December 30 – GiftPrompt: Gift. This month, gifts and gift-giving can seem inescapable. What’s the most memorable gift, tangible or emotional, you received this year?(Author: Holly Root)Another hard prompt for me. I am inclined to immediately pick an emotional gift,…
December 29 – Defining MomentDescribe a defining moment or series of events that has affected your life this year.(Author: Kathryn Fitzmaurice)My confidence has grown this year over a series of events.1. I moved to a much nicer place, which makes…
December 28 – AchieveWhat’s the thing you most want to achieve next year? How do you imagine you’ll feel when you get it? Free? Happy? Complete? Blissful? Write that feeling down. Then, brainstorm 10 things you can do, or 10…
December 27 – Ordinary JoyOur most profound joy is often experienced during ordinary moments. What was one of your most joyful ordinary moments this year?(Author: Brené Brown)1. biking aroundAfter adjusting to the actual biking and building up some stamina, I've…
December 26 – Soul FoodWhat did you eat this year that you will never forget? What went into your mouth & touched your soul?(Author: Elise Marie Collins)Nothing tastes as good as raspberries do. But since there is not much of…
December 25 – Photo – a present to yourselfSift through all the photos of you from the past year. Choose one that best captures you; either who you are, or who you strive to be. Find the shot of you…
December 24 Prompt – Everything’s OKWhat was the best moment that could serve as proof that everything is going to be alright? And how will you incorporate that discovery into the year ahead?(Author: Kate Inglis)I've come across little encouraging moments.…
December 23 – New NameLet’s meet again, for the first time. If you could introduce yourself to strangers by another name for just one day, what would it be and why?(Author: Becca Wilcott)I've been thinking a couple of minutes about…
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