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April 9, 2018 By Marybeth Leave a Comment

Just One Spark Of Joy

Originally posted 7/15/2013

sun-on-the-waterNo matter what day of the week it is, or where you live or what work you are doing, you owe it to yourself to find a spark of joy. It is already within you somewhere.

I have somehow gathered the discipline to walk each morning – 3 miles is the goal, which is a huge deal for me, having grown up without any kind of sports or exercise discipline (the story for another blog!)

Being totally blessed to live in a small beach town, my early morning walks are now along the ocean.  It was already almost 90 degrees at 9 o’clock this morning so I walked in the water today.  After a mile or so, I just stopped and looked at the sun sparkling on the sea.  Great diamonds of light were all around, so I focused on that shine around me, and the water and shells lapping at my feet. For just those few minutes I felt transported.  In the distance I heard children at a beach camp for the day.  I watched as they ran so freely into the water yelling sheer squeals of delight (I love that word – squeal!).  Their faces were smiles from ear to ear. I thought, when was the last time as adults, we squealed over something? The last time we just ran with abandonment and felt the moment?

By just taking even a few minutes to see the joy around you, you can find that moment of joy for yourself. You don’t need to be at the beach: just stand under a tree and feel the coolness; go into a florist and take in the colors of flowers; listen to your favorite tune without interruption. Give yourself permission to sparkle.  You will find real happiness in those moments that will give you a whole new perspective on the rest of the day.

(If you would like more help on how to find your sparkle, please go to my Discovery programs at  http://www.icwop.com/program-options.html  There are many ways I can answer your questions and  support you in you journey.)

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