Journal
Open minded approach to equanimity
When plans are interrupted, or something doesn't go quite right, it's time for calm and reassessment, rather than frantic backlash. If the new landscape is approached with an open mindset, it's easier to assess the situation for what it is, rather than looking for what isn't. And from the perspective, it's much easier to employ equanimity.
ReadEmploy equanimity
An even temperament during difficult times allows for clear thinking and sound decision making, while also preventing feelings of anxiousness and unease. Employ equanimity each day.
ReadDictate mornings
Set a good tone for the day, don't let others take this time away. As the day goes on, interruptions will come and distractions will set in. The day doesn't need to start this way.
ReadSqueezing a rock
There's as much sense in fighting time as there is in squeezing a rock. No matter how hard it's pushed, neither will give way.
ReadA different December
For now, the schedule remains though could change at any time. This will be different than Decembers in the past and unlike any in the future.
ReadInterest and investment
Give people a sense of influence over a project to help attract interest and longer term investment in positive outcomes.
ReadThankful for opportunity
Family, health, home and technology have made life good even in difficult times and I'm thankful for all of them.
ReadOver prioritizing immediate actions
False summits abound and rarely will one last push make the rest of the journey downhill. Keep a good pace, be weary of the longer trek.
ReadDeclutter to refocus
Make time for the most important aspects, slow down, and cut out what's unnecessary. Take the break presented by the holiday and be thankful for all that's going well.
ReadReset emotional responses
The scale tends to slip lower over time. Find a way to reset this and go for better positives, and more subdued negatives.
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