Day 322 of 2025- A Joyful Reminder

 Hi Friends,

I came across a quote today that really stopped me in my tracks:

“We’re so busy watching out for what’s just ahead of us that we don’t take the time to enjoy where we are.” — Bill Watterson

As we head into the holiday season, this feels especially true. It’s easy to get swept up in the planning, the schedules, the shopping, and the rush to get everything just right. But in doing all of that, we sometimes forget to pause and appreciate the moment we’re actually living in.

So here’s a small reminder for you and for me to slow down. Notice the people around you. Enjoy the conversations, the cozy moments, the small routines, and even the quiet pauses. This season isn’t just about what’s coming next. It’s about where we are right now.

Take a breath. Be present. Let yourself enjoy this moment.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 321 of 2025- I Can

 Hi Friends,

Today is a reminder that if you’re stressed out and work is really getting to you, just take a minute to pause, relax your shoulders, and repeat to yourself: I can.
I know it’s hard, but you can.

Sometimes the smallest reset can change the whole direction of your day. Breathe, unclench your jaw, and give yourself permission to slow down. You don’t have to have everything figured out right now. You just have to keep going, one moment at a time.

You’ve got this.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 320 of 2025- In Over 20 Months

 Hi Friends,

Today, I went into the office for the first time in over 20 months.

It felt so strange. After spending so long working from home, suddenly being back at a desk, dressed in real clothes, and surrounded by people again was completely outside my comfort zone.

On top of that, I was still tired from the weekend and feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities of my new role. Sitting there, I could really feel it all hitting me at once. I missed the familiarity of my usual routine and the comfort of being in my own space.

I kept looking at the clock all day, imagining how good it would feel to finally be home. I reminded myself that sooner or later, the day would end and this experience would be over. After all, it was only one day. How hard could it really be? Maybe I was making a big deal out of something that was not as huge as it felt in my head.

And even though it was not easy, I got through the day. I am proud of that small step forward.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 319 of 2025- Permission To Leave

 Hi Friends,

Last night, I went to an event that I honestly did not feel like attending.

I said yes because it was an acquaintance’s milestone birthday party, and it felt important to show up. But to be real, I had a rough week. I have been feeling overwhelmed with my new role and just completely drained.

I did meet a couple of new people, which was nice, but there were so many people there overall that I quickly started to feel like I wanted to escape. I did not actually run away, but I stayed through dinner and then reached my limit. I just could not take it anymore, so I left.

I am sure everyone there was kind and having a great time. My heart just was not in it. But I showed up. I tried. And sometimes that alone is enough.

What I learned about myself is that it is okay to honor my limits. It is okay to choose rest over pushing through just to please others. Showing up matters, but so does knowing when to step away.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 318 of 2025- A Cool Saturday Morning

 Hi Friends,

Today, I did something a little different on a really cool Saturday morning.

I woke up and decided that instead of hitting the gym like usual, I was going to go outside for a walk. Normally, I only walk outside when it is 60 degrees Fahrenheit (about 16°C) or warmer, especially during the summer. But this morning, it was around 44°F (about 7°C). A bit too cold for me, honestly. I hate cold weather. Still, I decided to give it a try.

And you know what? I felt amazing afterward.

Yes, it was cold. But breathing in that crisp air helped clear my mind in a way I did not expect. I was tired, but I also felt refreshed, one of those feelings that is hard to fully describe.

I want to encourage you to try doing something a little different this weekend, even if you do not feel like it at first. You might end up getting so much more out of the experience than you expected. It does not have to be an hour long walk in the cold. Just something small that breaks your routine.

So, what could that look like for you?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 317 of 2025- An Exhale

 Hi Friends,

It’s finally Friday, and I can feel myself exhale a little deeper today. This whole week has been about action, learning, and adjusting especially starting my new role. I’ve been pushing, showing up, and doing my best to keep up with everything being thrown my way.

But Friday has a different kind of energy.

Today isn’t about sprinting to finish every task or trying to master everything at once. Today is about letting myself breathe. Slowing down just a bit. Allowing the tension of the week to loosen as the clock inches toward the weekend.

I’m realizing that rest isn’t the opposite of productivity it’s part of it. After a week of effort and growth, giving myself permission to pause is not only okay, it’s necessary.

So as this workday winds down, I’m choosing a little inaction. A moment to breathe. A moment to appreciate that I made it through the week  even the overwhelming parts.

Here’s to softer Fridays, gentler endings, and well earned weekends.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 316 of 2025- A Little Motivation

 Hi Friends,

As I started my new role this week, Marie von Ebner Eschenbach’s quote has been echoing in my head: “There is only one proof of ability- action.” With the year coming to an end and everything feeling a little overwhelming, those words feel more true than ever.

Stepping into something new means facing unfamiliar tasks, learning new systems, meeting new people, and being surrounded by things I don’t fully understand yet. It’s exciting, but it’s definitely a lot. There’s a part of me that wants to wait until I feel completely confident before jumping in, but that’s not how growth works.

Every question I ask, every challenge I take on, every moment I choose to try instead of holding back becomes proof of what I’m capable of. I’m realizing that ability isn’t shown by knowing everything on day one. It’s shown by showing up, taking action, and learning as I go.

As the year wraps up, this new beginning is reminding me that the only way to move forward is to start. Even when it feels big. Even when it feels new. And with each step I take in this role, I’m proving to myself that I can handle more than I think.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita