04/21/2023
“Once upon a time, there was a young woman named Laura who had always been in a rush. She was always running around and never took the time to stop and appreciate the beauty around her. She was so focused on her career that she didn't even notice the people or the world around her. Her head was tilted down, even when she walked, and her eyes glued to a shiny screen of her phone.
One day, as Laura was rushing to work, texting and checking her social media, she bumped into an old man who was taking a leisurely walk. The man fell down, and his walking stick broke. Laura was mortified and apologized profusely, offering to buy him a new walking stick.
The old man smiled warmly and said, "My dear, it's not about the walking stick. It's about slowing down and appreciating what's around you. Beauty is everywhere, just raise your eyes, let your gaze wonder! Be present."
Laura was taken aback by the old man's words. She realized that she had been missing out on so much by always being in a rush. She decided then and there to slow down and start paying attention to the world around her.
As she walked to work, she took in the sights and sounds of the city. She noticed the way the sun was shining on the buildings, the sound of birds chirping in the trees, and the way people were smiling and greeting each other.
From that day on, Laura took the time to appreciate the little things in life. She stopped to smell the flowers, took long walks in the park, and even started to meditate in the morning. She found that by being present and aware, she was much happier and more fulfilled than she had ever been before.
In the end, Laura thanked the old man for his words of wisdom. They had changed her life in ways she never thought possible. She finally understood that beauty was all around her, she just needed to be present and take the time to appreciate.”
AB
What did you appreciate today? Did you find beauty? Did you slow down?