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Find your Zen

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“The only Zen you find at the top of the mountain is the Zen you bring with you ” Zen Proverb

By Dictionary- zen is a total state of focus that incorporates a total togetherness of body and mind. Zen is a way of being. It also is a state of mind. Zen involves dropping illusion and seeing things without distortion created by your own thoughts.

In a layman language- Zen is the space where you are mindful, content and in peace with your life. It’s your happy space in all goodness.

Zen is different for different people. It differs in different phases of your life as it appears.

When I was in search of my Zen, I found it in and around my family life. What I give or get in that space. I found how focusing on one event at a time gives me more fulfillment than constantly running after next one. I was more aware of my present surroundings. Also making a choice of doing what I love & good at rather following the norms

My Zen time included meditation, exercise, stretching, reading or just a simple cup of tea made with intention

Question is, are you hurried or always consumed with the very next event.  Missing the essence of present moment. Are there any habits you know that will help you to be more present and productive, you have experienced it but you can’t commit to them yet.

Have you ever experienced simple exercise of conscious breathing and the awareness followed by that. The feel of open space and clarity .

I found some for me,

1- Meditation

2- Practice mindfulness & gratitude

3- Reflection

4-Living balanced life

5-Reading

It helps to be consistent. Its a marathon for sure but I see the difference in overall well being and the life I live now.

What is your Zen , what makes you content?

Please share in a comment section I would love to read about it.

Thanks for reading.

Lets’s live simple.

Shivi

 

 

 

 

 

 

Life’s Simple Pleasures

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Sometimes we are too busy waiting for that perfect moment to happen where everything will be exactly as we want….and life moves on.

When sitting in quiet our minds are wandering around. Looking for that one high moment in the day to feel its worth.

Time has taught me that we have everything around us most of the time to make it perfect, it’s how you look at it. Simple things at present I am enjoying, seeing my daughter having a  conversation with her toys. My husband enjoying a good workout & giving a winning smile post workout. My dog trying to cling to me, just a little bit closer.

Sometimes it only takes simple lunch with my friend or a heartfelt quick chat with an acquaintance while walking my dog. As simple as completing a simple task out of my to do list.

Have you ever experienced the joy of simple in your life recently? I would love to know about them.

In hope of discovering myself deeper and making you part of my Simplifying Journey.

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Shivi

Please feel free to comment or give feedback. I would love to know about any changes you made or plan to make to live a simpler & joyous life.

Connect to me on Twitter @dailysimple2016

 

 

What if?

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“As we grow we tend to hide our human tendency of asking questions behind our existing knowledge and titles! ”

Today I sat and asked few questions to myself, without forcing any answers right away but giving enough attention to that part of my life?

What If my energy levels matched my aspirations for physical challenges?

What if the mental clutter was all gone and it was all clarity of mind in everything I do?

What if I was able to travel a new place every 3 months (near or far) on my bucket list?

What if I was able to feed my mind with good information every day?

What if Meditation/Reflection/Mind time was Non-negotiable in daily life?

What if I put in my intention on everything I eat or drink every day?

What if I knew that limit of having money & resources I need to live a happy & healthy life?

What if decided to listen more than planning my next talk all the time?

What if all the physical clutter was gone and all I was left with space and things I love the most?

What if I started putting my Intention first and evaluating it regularly?

What if it matters the most how my conscious feels and I act accordingly?

And so much more….

Have you asked any questions to yourself lately, I would love to know about them?

In hope of discovering myself more deeper and making you part of my Simplifying Journey.

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Shivi

Please feel free to comment or give feedback. I would love to know about any changes you made or plan to make to live a simpler & joyous life.

Connect to me on Twitter @dailysimple2016

 

 

My Simple Goals 2017

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“New Year, New everything ”

At least that’s how most of us start feeling as last week of the year approaches.

My goal this year is not necessarily to have it all new, but keep good habits and improve in areas which will make my life simpler & happy.

last year I spent a lot of time & energy to simplify life. My Mantra was “Less is More”  result of that, lot is gone out of life leaving more space and time to think about things really matters. (refer to My Simple Life)

Goals for the year 2017 are more towards basics that include what I’m already doing and make it more effective. I want to create good & simple daily life which collectively make 2017 a happy and productive year for me & my family.

1-  Mantra of the year “Health is real Wealth”

Healthy food Healthy body, doing 20+ mins Yoga every day, Time to think/Reflect / Meditation every day, Walk or run one mile a day, watching my water/sugar /salt intake

2- Respect Time/Commitments

Same time to sleep & wake up / Drop my daughter at school on time  /meetings for foundation/ work/ posting new blog weekly.

3-Sharing Quality time with my Husband & Daughter( hiking /dates/travel/reading/play time/more pictures together)

4- Putting more meaningful content thru my blog.

5- Volunteering at my daughters’ school/non-profits

6-Mindful Earning & Spending.

7- Meaningful Reading- 1 book every month -12 good books for 2017.

8- Keeping life & household Light and simple.

I know above-mentioned goals look so simple that sometimes we ignore them with the rut of daily life. In reality, I believe sticking to these goals will result in a major upgrade in my life. I try to make my goals measurable by attaching simple numbers with them.

Do you have any goals which are close to your heart & you plan to write them down this year …go after them?

In hope of discovering myself more deeper and making you part of my Simplifying Journey.

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Shivi

Please feel free to comment or give feedback. Also I would love to know about any changes you made or plan to make to live a joyous life.

Connect to me on Twitter @dailysimple2016

 

 

 

Peace of Mind

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“Set Peace of Mind as your highest goal and organize your life around it”

As per my experience, there used to be a time when I had everything but no peace of mind, now I have peace of mind I don’t need everything.

As complicated as it sounds with trend of Mental clutter, it is very simple to achieve Peace of mind. It needs small changes in our attitude & habits.

We need to go to the source of the Mental clutter. It is different for everybody but when you reach on your pillow at night start observing the noises, unresolved issues, desires and thoughts.

I started paying attention to my thoughts, few things came out on top of the list are as follows( again it differs to each one of us),

1- Knowing beyond control & in your control situations.

2-You can’t please everyone at the same time.

3- Every phase of life comes with unique demand of changes, accept and go with the flow.

4- Build your self image, stop beating yourself. Give discount of human error to yourself too.

5-Don’t dwell in past so much that you loose the focus on your today. In fact present is all we have to show for.

6- Limit yourself on thinking about something, overthinking only takes you down.

7- Forgive more, Judge less

8- Trust me you can’t change anyone expect your own self.  So invest time and energy in self development. Remember learning never stops.

9- Practice Gratitude Everyday, even for the most mundane things in your life. Sometimes I am just thrilled for a nice cup of coffee in my hand.

10- Last but not the least- Try to make choices in alignment of your Peace of mind. A day lived hurried is a day not lived.

Some changes helping me to get better are, doing Self talk, writing a simple journal & meditating everyday. I am not in constant chase of materialistic life & comparing life with others.

I am not striving for perfection but daily habit of doing all this. I make sure to give some outlet for heavy thoughts & spend some time reflecting everyday. When I am on my bed, I’m ready to rest and rejuvenate for next day.

Do you have any changes which helped you to have more Peace of mind?

In hope of discovering myself more deeper and making you part of my Simplifying Journey.

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Shivi

Please feel free to comment or give feedback. Also I would love to know about any changes you made or plan to make to live a joyous life.

Connect to me on Twitter @dailysimple2016