Last time we were talking about watching clouds. Have you tried? How did it work out for you? I am going to tell you another way which is equally effective if not more. I have tried it, and so many other friends have said this works for them too.
Simply give yourself a little task for the day and accomplish it!
It doesn’t have to be a big task or assignment. Indeed, I suggest that you start with something light, and simple that you surely can accomplish. Just the act of doing it will make the difference.
For instance, I set a task for myself early in the morning like taking the clothing to the laundry shop before lunch. I accomplish it and I am happy. Likewise, I can set a small task like doing a booking on the internet, buying a magazine, writing my entry for the blog, going to the post office, paying a bill, deposit a cheque, and the like. I think you get the picture. The key is to just set out one task for the day, and accomplish it. Don’t leave it to the next day.
If anything more to mention, this has to be a decision you make particularly for the day. Going to the laundry shop is one thing, but making a decision to do it for the day is another. I make a decision to make it happen. I accomplish it. There is a relief and extra satisfaction from within.
Live Life, Junius.
It works for me. I can almost guarantee it works for you too.
Firstly, it is about looking up and watching the clouds.
I always enjoy watching clouds. They never fail to fascinate me. The one I like most is the white ones against a backdrop of blue sky. It can be the fluffy little ones that scattered across the sky like little cotton wools. They look so cute, happy, and playful like children. It can be the big patch that dominates the distant sky like an aircraft carrier. Occasionally, they might come in dramatic shapes with varying shades and brightness. Some might look like volcanoes, and others like mountain ranges. If you are lucky, you might find patterns that resemble a sea of mountains viewed from an elevation from afar. Of course, the evening ones usually are the richest in colors and hues. They always look so peaceful, pure, and leisurely flowing up there.
Imagine sitting on one of them, and having a ride for even a minute or two. Feel the breeze. Submerge in the super fresh air up there. Let each and every one of the body cells bathe in that state of coolness and freshness. What a treat! Don’t worry, the rays of the sun would give us just the right brightness and warmth we desire. It could be the most soothing cleansing and massaging experience. I say cleansing because I believe that it can purify our mind, body, and soul, and take our worries and stress away.
The dark clouds could even be a huge blessing too. Just imagine the days of the drought. Besides, it gives our place a good clean. Kuala Lumpur is particularly blessed in this regard. Around this time of the year, you could almost always expect a good down pour by about 5pm in the afternoon.
Watching clouds could be a luxury if you are in one of the heavily polluted cities. In this case, I would suggest you find a poster or download a good picture of the clouds and blue sky. Have it hung up on a convenient spot. It surely would lift the day.
I still remember my business visit to a doctor’s a month ago. His idea is to make his place a holistic medical centre. As patients or clients walk in, the first thing that impresses on them is the white clouds and blue sky. The entire lobby including the ceiling is dressed up with the same wallpaper in that mood. What a feeling!
The picture shown here is one of my favorites. It was taken in Petaling Jaya in Selangor, Malaysia. What makes it interesting to me is the silhouettes of the palm trees. They look like soaring eagles to the sky. I find it very inspiring. Hope you like it too.
Live Life, Junius.
p.s. will continue on part 2 next-time.
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