The Power of Reflection Times
Have you taken a time out lately to think and reflect on your life?
It’s been said…
Most people spend more time on planning their annual holidays, than planning their life.
I often talk about TIME-OUTS and REFLECTION TIMES, as I’ve learned what tremendous value they hold.
I have learned the value of getting into the habit of carving out regular quiet times for one’s self for reflection times.
I’d like to share with you…
I remember a specific point in my life when I was so preoccupied with ‘things’ – being on the run with home renovations…family duties…having my new website built and copious other little things.
I started to feel a sense of ‘unease’ in my body; it was like a feeling of ‘imbalance’. I knew it was a sign; my inner voice was talking to me, as I have experienced this many, many times before.
I was feeling overwhelmed and felt my mind being ‘foggy’…I felt a sense of stagnation coming over me. And I don’t like feeling like that! I knew that my ‘inner voice’ was giving me a sign. It was trying to tell me, “You need to take a TIME OUT girl! It’s time to ‘check in’!
And, that’s exactly what I ended up doing. After a busy and tiring day, I tucked myself into my ‘abode’, took notepad and pen, I began to think and reflect. I reflected on what was happening in my life…Where I wanted to be? What I wanted to do? What I need to do, my goals, my activities, my thoughts? I did this on paper.
This TIME OUT gave me so much clarity of exactly where I was with my goals, where I wanted to be and what I needed to do. On top if it all, it was such a lovely, relaxing time with myself. It was definitely a worthy TIME OUT!
I highly recommend it to everyone! It’s a remedy for confusion, frustration, overwhelm and lack of joy.
So many people don’t take TIME OUTS to REFLECT. They claim they don’t have the time.
I say, you can’t afford not to take the time!
I have learned that it’s so easy to fall off the track. And the purpose of a TIME OUT is to reflect on your life at present time…Bring you back on track, get you re-focus, get some insights about you and your life. Also, it is a beautiful time to rejuvenate and express gratitude.
A TIME OUT helps you get clarity about where you are now and where you want to be. It re-connects you with your goals. Overall, it is a beautiful time to have a little relaxation time with you.