The Turkey

Surely this is a terrible month for turkeys across the United States, as they await their imminent demise. If turkeys marked holidays, the fourth Thursday in November would be a day of mourning, not gratitude. Except, of course, that turkeys presumably have no notion of the future, or roasting pans, or much of anything beyond the present moment.

Turkeys have a reputation for stupidity, but perhaps they are really a model of enlightenment.

How do you let go of worries and find a way to live in the present moment?

Straight and Narrow

Is time spent in the valley a time of boredom and simply plowing through until one reaches the beauty of the distant mountains? Or are the flatlands a time of ease and rest before you come to the rugged heights? Is it better to keep your eyes fixed on the horizon of a distant goal, or is it better to stay focused on the place where you are, even if it’s not so glamorous?

How would you describe your current location in your life’s journey?

Palm Trees

Do you dream of a vacation in a tropical paradise, where palm trees grow on sandy beaches, and warm breezes caress your skin? Just for a moment, close your eyes and visit this island paradise. Then remember that people who live in tropical lands have work and money troubles and aging parents and troubled children and all the difficulties of daily life in colder climes.

How will you find a moment today to relax and find peace in the perfect place where you already are?