Simplicity

This past weekend I took the Coaster up to Carlsbad to have lunch with my dad and step mom.  I could have ridden my motorcycle, but I chose to take the coaster so that I'd have some quiet time on the way up to do some reading and journaling.  These are two things that I tend to do a lot whenever I take a trip somewhere, but whenever I am back home I find it more difficult to set time aside to do them.

Before I went to Australia I met with Doug from CFE and we had a great conversation where we talked about goals, values and things that were important.  I took a lot out of the conversation with these being the key takeaways:  simplifying my life, holding myself accountable and creating community.

In the midst of all that I was involved in I found myself spread thin and quite busy to say the least and not enough down time to reflect and process where I am at in regards to where I want to be.  I began the simplification process immediately that week and its been completely life changing!

I took a lot off my plate and found myself with more time now to do the things that are important to me and really dedicate myself fully to them.  Since I've done this I have found myself a lot happier too - a lot calmer, with a lot less rushing around and scrambling to get things done.

I have more time to spend with friends as well and continue to develop relationships that are important to me.  I have had a sense of peace about the way things are and where I am headed that I haven't felt in a long time.

Here's something I want you consider:  simply notice who and what you are being, doing, and having, and see whether it serves you...