Carpe "EVERY" Diem, 7 Ways to Seize the Day
Hi guys, sorry for being a little MIA lately... I have been busier than usual if you can believe it. Spring is in full bloom and I have been working on a couple different projects recently, one that is VERY exciting and will be sharing with you all later in the year.
As I've gotten older, I'm constantly reminded that life should not only be lived, but celebrated! Regardless if it's your Birthday/Birthday month, a holiday, anniversary or occasion, everyday is special and unique! It's time to seize EVERY day, crafting a life you love living!
7 WAYS TO CARPE "EVERY" DIEM
1.LIVE FOR TODAY
This is probably one of the hardest things to do. Learn to love your life, the ups and downs. We aren't guaranteed tomorrow, so make sure you're doing all you can to make each day the best it can be. Be kind to others (including yourself), and focus on keeping a healthy mind and happy heart!
2. BE A GO-GETTER AS MUCH AS A GO-GIVER
Go after your dreams! Push the envelope and take chances. Don't procrastinate or wait for the right moment, because truthfully there never may be a "right" moment. Love the journey you're on and continue to be a go-getter. In the same sense, give what you want to receive because karma is powerful and we all know what goes around, comes around. Focus on giving love and adding value to others and I promise you'll be amazed by what will return to you tenfold.
3. SIMPLIFY
Life is full of choices, so let go of things that no longer serve you. Don't be afraid to say "no", and make sure to do things because you want to and thus do them well. It's never a bad idea to periodically check in with yourself, making sure you're content and at peace. If not, simplify.
4. PLAN FUN
Spice up your days, weeks and months with small fun activities. It doesn't have to cost a ton of money or be something outrageous, just make sure it's something fun! Planning things to look forward to can and will positively shift your life for the better!
5. SURROUND YOURSELF WITH GOOD PEOPLE AND GOOD ENERGY
This may sound easy, but can be one of the most challenging things to maintain. We don't always have a say in who will come into our lives, so it's important to surround yourself with as many good people as possible. For those individuals who already play a positive part in your life (such as your close friends and family) be sure to recognize them and randomly let them know you care, love and are thinking of them.
6. LAUGH OFTEN
Life isn't solely about setting and achieving goals. Laughter can add a lot of beautiful layers to your life. Avoid living a life that's too serious. Laughing is contagious and just makes people feel good, so laugh often and make others laugh.
7. DREAM BIG
One of the most useful things I do that helps me "seize every diem" is dreaming big! I'm a firm believer in imagining your best life (what that means to you) and working towards that, while also enjoying the journey along the way. Having goals and dreams is a great motivator and such a wonderful way to live life. Embrace you dreams and never forget to DREAM BIG!
Now it's time to carpe diem by "doing you". Live your life fully, live it truthfully, but most importantly, live if for you, and no one else. Ask yourself:
- Are you being true to yourself?
- Do you like the person you are / becoming?
- Are you setting personal goals you actually want to achieve?
Thank you all for reading and I challenge each of you to think about one of these each day in the coming week. Enjoy the rest of your evening and CARPE DIEM! xoxox