Good morning! I am so excited! I got my copy of Rachel Macy Stafford’s Only Love Today this evening.
I have read her first 2 books and they always help me get back to the intentional life I’m trying to live. Her words are beautifully written and most pages jump out and relate to something going on in my life.
I got through a few pages tonight and filled my daily bucket. Here are a few takeaways:
- How much happier could we all be if we’d just admit we made a mistake when it happens instead of letting conflict brew…especially with our children and spouse when we’ve hurt their feelings?
- Wouldn’t it be easier to live intentionally if we could simply focus on today?
- If we take one small step we are one step closer to whatever we’re working towards: a healthier lifestyle, closer relationship, changing or creating a habit or a career goal.
Just a few thoughts to start your Wednesday! I’m very excited to apply some of these thoughts and tips to my life and if you haven’t read Rachel’s books, I highly recommend them! 😊
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Community Building Question: What is (are) your favorite smell? A few of mine are: Baby Magic baby lotion, rain, freshly cut alfalfa and lilacs (although my allergies hate both of those)!
Definitely lilacs — after a rain shower!
I love the smell of lilacs and hyacinth. And a quick pointer, if you are allergic, the smell of Flonase is just as amazing.
I agree so much with the first point you said. Admitting my mistakes has been one of the best things I’ve learned in the last couple of years!!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
I love the smell of laundry off the clothesline in the spring!
I love the smell of citrus – freshly peeled oranges! And freshly brewed coffee!
Yes! —> “Wouldn’t it be easier to live intentionally if we could simply focus on today?” The year I chose “Now” as my One Word was so influential. I still don’t do it as well as I’d like, but staying present in the moment has been so beneficial in many ways.
A favorite smell: my “aloha orchid” candle. I haven’t even burned it yet because I love just sticking my nose in it unburned and smelling it. ha.
I love the smell of homemade bread baking in the oven. I’m trying to think of a smell that doesn’t revolve around food and I’m coming up empty! 🙂
Thank you, Jenny, for sharing your thoughts on the new book. Your final point (“If we take one small step we are one step closer to whatever we’re working towards”) encouraged me in the best way. I often get overwhelmed by the enormity of what I want to do/ need to do, and I always appreciate the reminder to take things one step and one day at a time.
My current favorite scent is Trader Joe’s Orange Blossom Honey Hand Soap. It reminds me of my babysitter’s house growing up, and it instantly brings me comfort and joy.