We live in a rather stressful and uncertain time. There are a lot of things happening during this trying time in everyone’s life now. Here in the good old U S of A we are used to the hustle and bustle of daily life but now everything is on a pause. Now is an opportune time to talk about something that is never really taken seriously, rest, and taking a moment to slow down.

Right now many things have been put on pause: visits to your favorite pub, café or restaurant, going to get your reps at the gym (see my previous post on no gym fitness), and even seeing loved ones. There is some good to be found during this time of uncertainty. People are getting creative in terms of cooking abilities, video parties with friends, and even finding ways to still stay in shape. It’s also important to use this time to spend it with our loved ones (even if you have to facetime or conference call them) and also take a moment to rest and take a moment to just recalibrate for when things go back to normal.

Our society has been defined by consistently being on the move. We’re running to meetings, conference calls, fundraisers, recitals, work, you name it. We never take the time anymore to stop and enjoy the smell of the flowers or the warmth of the sun. We see it and know it’s there but do not actually bask in it to truly appreciate it. Our constant hustle and shuffle keeps us from our things that matter most to us (you know what those are), enjoying small moments in life that we take for granted (like breathing clean air, the taste of the morning coffee you chug down without taking a moment to enjoy the smell and taste of it, or the feeling of the wind in your hair…or scalp. We’re always busy or busy bragging to the point where the word busy has become trite and bland.

During this time connect with your loved ones. Call up your grade school pals, learn how to perfect your homemade bread recipe, enjoy the taste of your favorite dessert and the sensation of the wind in your face if you go sailing/biking (since we can do that now in Michigan). Enjoy the moment to turn this lemon into lemonade. Take the time out to take the time and enjoy it as best you can.

During this time of uncertainty, take a moment to take a breath and make this rough period of time to recalibrate and enjoy the finer details of life and use the extra time to get creative and even learn new things. Let’s come out of this quarantine and period of uncertainty smarter, stronger, have more expanded skills, and become more cognizant of the need to take a moment to breathe.  Until the next time my friends, stay safe and healthy and Excelsior.