This month was different for me. Watching the world change, some for the better and some for the worst, has made me reflect on my own life.
I made the decision to scale back from social media, trying to stay present and in the moment with friends and family, instead of posting pictures etc… (as much as I love doing so). I managed to revisit my priories in a new way, investing in projects around the house and personal connections.
What I ultimately realized, is while I love seeing what my friends are up too and sharing the same online, I am also wasting a lot of time staring at my screen, time that I could be using to enrich my life, in real life.
Here are some thoughts that crossed my mind this month:
- Enjoy now, in a few months or years most of it will fade away.
- It’s ok to procrastinate, but better to get the task done.
- Indulge a little, use that thing you have been saving for a perfect moment that will never come.
- Celebrate and find peace in the stillness, you don’t need to check your phone, you are not missing out.
- Say yes to yourself and stop denying things that bring you joy (remember everything in moderation).
- Go outside, even if its just a 5minute break in the garden.
- It’s ok to decorate for Christmas in November (we needed the extra cheer this year anyway).
- Pictures are nice, but memories are priceless.
- Not everything you hear/ see is true, do your own research.
- Avoid instant gratification (the kind social media gives us), it is sweeter when you really earn it.
- Get your hands dirty, don’t wait for a someone to do it, it might never get done.
- Find and focus on the good things you have going on, don’t dwell on the negative you can’t change.
November brought me a more present time with memories I will hold forever.
Till next time…
Life Stuff with Tania Snyman 