I’m sure everyone has a heavy heart today after yesterday’s devastating events at the Boston Marathon. I’ve spent the better part of the morning keeping up to date with the news coverage. It’s depressing and disheartening to say the least. As cliché as it might sound I strongly believe in the power of positive words and thoughts. I’d like to share what I try to do on a regular basis to uplift myself, and the people around me, especially during times like this.
- Spread the love. Tell the people you care about how much you love them, and how you’re hoping they have a wonderful day. You have no idea how much this means to a person, whether they admit or not.
- Try to meditate. I’m no yogi but I do try to take 5-10 minutes every day to sit in silence, or with soothing music and just let myself be. If I can’t clear my head (which is usually the case), I aim to turn every negative thought that passes through my mind into something wonderful and upbeat. I took 1 minute of my mediation session this morning to send healing and loving vibes to the victims of the Boston Marathon, and the city of Boston at large.
- SMILE EVERYWHERE YOU GO! Smile Therapy is a real thing!
- Give a coworker or friend a compliment that you’ve wanted to share with them, but haven’t for whatever unknown reason. You’ll for sure rock their world!
- Get lost in music! Pick an album from your past that reminds you of a fabulous time in your life or something new that tickles your fancy. I’ll be jamming to Foster the Peeps all damn day!
- Try to do something active for 30 minutes: jogging, walking, skipping, hiking, pilates, yoga anything to get your endorphins kick started! You could even start a 5-minute dance off in your office or solo! Your soul WILL thank you!
- Break the ice in the awkward elevator ride with a good morning or good afternoon.
- Call or shoot an email to a friend that you’ve lost touch with. How dope is it to reconnect with someone special!?
- HUG AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE.
- Here is how you can help with the Boston Marathon crisis
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Thanks NF! Its nice to be distracted for a bit! Big Hugs!!! I know what my 30-minute distraction is going to be, I’ll give you a hint, starts with NiteFlirt and ends with .com 😉
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