how to be ok in the midst of change…
1.) take any opportunity to laugh.
2.) consider saying yes to things you would normally say no too.
3.) consider saying no when something does not sit right.
4.) take pleasure in the ridiculous.
5.) be specific about what you want and need.
6.) start with small changes. move a piece of furniture around. do something out of order. give something away that you don’t need anymore.
7.) don’t be afraid to make a big old mess.
8.) do stuff that makes you feel good.
9.) love is always around so reach for it~a pup on a rope waiting outside the market, a stranger that needs a smile, a daisy that needs picking..
10.) let it all hang out.
11.) do things with your whole heart even if you get burned. there is no loving or living halfway.
12.) take breaks from the pain. hang out with friends that are not scared to make a fool out of themselves. bring a video camera.
13.) host an art party. bring your guests wine and paint and pita bread on pretty platters under moonlight.
14.) let go of expectations of others. all of them. i mean it.
15.) look at intentions. people are usually good hearted, we are all just fucked up in our own way.
16.) ask, “what would love do?”
17.) don’t take yourself too seriously.
18.) invest in costumes: pink wigs, green cowgirl boots, body glitter and paper flower clips. these small things can do wonders.
19.) quit looking around at what everyone else is doing.
20.) know your core values. if you don’t know them, there is nothing to ground you.
21.) tap into your strength any way you can. its a practice.
22.) when people tell you who they are, listen carefully.
23.) on that same note. be open to forgiveness. go back to #15 when needed.
24.) be present.
25.) pay attention to those who give so effortlessly to your world.
26.) be thankful.
27.) don’t assume you know how the story will end.
28.) keep reading.
29.) keep loving.
30.) keep dancing.
31.) keep singing.
32.) keep asking.
