Our reading for March 24th comes from Allen James', "A Counselor's Daily Guide to Success" and at first glance I'm sure there will be those who immediately will say, "Duh". But remain focused on the Allen James mission...
"Take time to breathe in the fresh air".
To be honest, at the time I first wrote this thought I wasn't at all thinking about the age old maxim, "Stop and smell the roses". Although initially the two "appear" to be a reflection, today's reading goes much deeper.
Certainly I realize the importance of taking tine from our busy lives to stop and "take a breath", however; also take time to realize what taking time to breathe in the fresh air does for us.
When we breathe in fresh air we fill not only our lungs with much needed oxygen but also our bloodstream, thus our brains. A breath of fresh air clears our minds and allows serotonin to be released into the brain. Serotonin is the natural chemical which is released when we are out in the bright daylight which improves mood and works to prevent depression.
Positivity comes much more easily when we are in a good mood (Another "Duh" moment). Depression, whether chronic or clinical, major or just the "blues", keeps us from even wanting to be positive individuals. How easy it is to "bite into other people's bubbles" when we don't keep our minds clear and serotonin filled.
Certainly take time to appreciate all around you, but more than this, take the time to realize HOW to appreciate all around you. There are physical/biological realities at work which we can assist in creating our own happiness. Live conscious of your own powers.
Keep looking up, and breathing deep. :) AJ
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