Finding Your Bliss

 Finding Your Bliss What every woman should know about maintaining contentment. 

Your path to bliss can be exhilarating… unless your next goal eludes you.

 What can you do to recover that zest you need to pursue your dreams?

Here are several small habits to help get you back on track:

 Memorize a quote

When I find myself caught in a rut and getting nowhere fast, I often repeat a memorable quote

from a favorite role model. Quotes have been compiled throughout the ages for a good reason: they work.

One of my favorites is from Eleanor Roosevelt, who says, “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

 Explore your surroundings

If your home landscape has become too familiar, find new surroundings to set your  spirit soaring. When I’m in need of a

pick-me-up, I turn to the natural beauty around me. A favorite destination of mine

is Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park in northwest Gainesville. It’s a 120-foot sinkhole with an unexpected ecosystem at its base – a beautiful, small rainforest!

 Read a biography

Following someone else’s road to success can give you the confidence to move forward with your own dreams.

 When I lose my way, I often find inspiration in the pages of a biography. Consider reading about the lives

of a favorite pioneer, athlete, historical figure or artist. If you choose author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings you reap an added benefit – you can spend an afternoon at her southeastern Alachua County home to get a glimpse at her cracker way of life.

Pop in a CD

Don’t have time to read a book? Already tromped the paths of all the local wilderness areas? Treat yourself to a relaxing afternoon at home. Pop in a CD and listen to soothing classical music, or boogie to the alternative tunes of Gainesville’s own Sister Hazel.

You never know, you just may find your personal anthem in the tunes of your favorite musician.

 Network your path to bliss 

Find likeminded friends though education classes, volunteer groups or religiousorganizations. Surround yourself with those pursuing similar goals to strengthen your own resolve to move forward (Finding Your Bliss) .

 Make a list

Write a list of the milestones you need to reach your next goal. Mix complex action items with small ones, so you can choose your next task based on your energy level and available time. When you have little time or energy, you will still have something you can do to move your quest forward. I find that completing a small task often builds the enthusiasm necessary for beginning a

larger one.

 Give yourself a break

Realize that you can’t run at peak performance all the time. Praise yourself for the successes you’ve achieved so far and then enjoy a well-deserved break.

                                                                                              Finding Your Bliss by Cassie Journigan