Work

So many of us define ourselves by what we do for living. We have been taught since a young age that what we do for a living defines who we are – but what we do for a living is such a small part of our world. Who we are as a spouse, friend, community member. Is our world so small that all have is our work? I must admit that a large part of who I am is evident by the profession I chose but I would be the same person if I wasn’t working in this field. When I was fired from a job it took a big toll on my self esteem. I realized during that time what a big emphasis I put on working. I was lost and didn’t know what to do with myself. I realized during that time that there is so much more to my life than just work. I was missing out on so much life because of my consumption of work. I was neglecting other things in my life. Once I started to work again my priorities shifted. I stopped bringing work home nightly. I didn’t spend my weekends doing work. Instead I took time to spend with my spouse and friends. We need to prioritize what is important in our life because life is too short. Spend time doing the things you enjoy. My challenge for you today is for you to honestly evaluate the role work plays in your life. Are you neglecting other areas of your life?

The Wonder of Winter

Winter is such a beautiful time of the year. It is when the Great Spirit pauses and brings such beauty into our lives. I see Winter as the time for rejuvenation. Animals go into hibernation. We humans sometimes struggle with the loss of sunlight. For me Winter is the time for me to pause and reflect on my life. What has been going well and what do I need to work on? The days seem shorter and I tend to get restless during the winter months. I can’t wait to see what the New Year has to offer me. I love seeing snow and basking in the beautiful glory the Great Spirit has put on this earth. My challenge for you today is to take time to pause in your day and reflect on the gifts Winter has to offer you.