\r\n \r\n Soul Satisfying Journeys: Making Choices
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\nOur journeys are about making choices. Whether it is a choice about
\nwhere to go, how to go or when to go, the choice determines our
\noutcome. Soul satisfying journeys are mindful trips that include self-
\nawareness and a look within ourselves. This pertains to any journey,
\nbe it from place to place, action to action or decision to decision.
\nThe sum of our choices constitutes our life. The journey we take from
\nstart to finish. We may not always make the proper choices, but we
\nare always allowed the ability to make another. No matter how far
\ndown the "wrong" road we may be, this road we chose, we chose for a
\nreason. Here in lies life\'s lessons. Learn the lesson, then make your
\nnext choice. This is how we discover the daily journeys in a span of
\ntime that is ours and ours alone.
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\n"Life is designed by our soul and spirit as our moment-by-moment
\nopportunity to expand our consciousness."
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\nTips for a Soul Satisfying Journey
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\n1. The Power of Positive Thinking: Negativity is the root that
\nundermines our free flow of thought. The negative ideas we think can
\nmanifest in the words we speak. The minute the words leave your lips,
\nis the minute they manifest. Change your thoughts to positive,
\nuplifting ones. Think hope not hopelessness. Think goodness, not
\nevil. Think joy not despair. Energy follows thought. Program thought
\nto be positive and your energy will reflect it!
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\n2. Networking : When traveling on any journey, take the time to meet
\nthose who cross your path. If you believe in Universal Attraction,
\nthen your purpose for those you meet will unfold.
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\n3. Find Quiet Time: Turn off the cell phone, power down the laptop,
\ncut yourself off from the constant world of communication. Try doing
\nit for 15 minutes. Then add another 15 minutes. Build your time up to
\nan hour, two hours, perhaps all day. Do you remember time before
\nthese communication tools?
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\n4. Find Time To Meditate: Become aware of your breath. Learn to close
\nyour eyes, sit comfortable and smell the air around you. Enjoy the
\nsounds of nature or your favorite music. Enjoy the many meditations
\nin the meditation village.
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\n5. Enjoy the Company of Those Around You: If you are on vacation with
\nyour significant other, your family or children, give them your full
\nand undivided attention. Not only will you understand your will power
\nbut you will truly show your loved ones how important your time is
\nwith them!
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\n6. Pamper Yourself : Take this time to enjoy a massage. Take a yoga
\nclass or give yourself a soothing bath or spa treatment. Do something
\nfor yourself that you would not normally do.
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\n7. Be Flexible: You have a rigid, set schedule at work, with the kids
\nor in your daily routine. Learn a lesson from the willow tree and its
\nability to bend in the great wind. Where as, when we are rigid like
\nthe old oak tree, we can easily break apart under the stress of
\nchange. Learn to relax and follow the path unfolding before you.
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\n8. Become More Mindful: Mindfulness is the act of being fully aware
\nof what happens in each moment. Try living in the NOW. Be present.
\nHonor each moment you are given. Acknowledge each task you take.
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\n9. Really Appreciating: what we DO have as opposed to what we would
\nlike to have, makes a significant difference. This is always an
\nimportant element in any journey that is often neglected.
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\n10. Find Happiness in Simplicity: and you will find the greatest joys
\nyet revealed to you. Smile when you talk on the phone. Great everyone
\nyou pass by or meet today, with a smile. Appreciate the smell of the
\nair, the warmth of the sun and the laughter in children. Make that
\nthe stepping stones of your travels.
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\nhttps://www.peacefulmind.com/journey.htm\r\n

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