The Gift of Calm: It’s an Art and a Science!

Posted on April 7, 2022 by Livia Chan

TL;DR:

Control and clarity: With self-discipline, we can control emotions. Have the clarity to see that some things are out of our control.
Appreciation and attitude of positivity: Be grateful for what you have and choose to be positive.
Live and learn: With life experiences, you can see there are things out of your control. Learn from it. Children can learn by watching adults show calmness.
Mindfulness: Be able to see the situation as a moment in time.

Savor Breaks – Don’t just enjoy your breaks but truly savor them!
Protect your time to take care of yourself by taking more breaks throughout your day.
Relationship – Know yourself and ask, “Is this serving me?”
Introspection – Dive into yourself, discover who you are, and how you best take care of yourself.
Nurture – Cultivate love, joy, and positivity.
Gratitude is a gift that is meant to be shared. Develop relationships by sharing gratitude as a way to savor your break.

There are many ways to establish and maintain relationships. These tips were previously shared on a Daily Drop In on August 17, 2021.
Tips: (1) See relationships as GIFTS. (2) GREET warmly and by name daily. (3) Show GRATITUDE. (4) Be GENUINE. Be you. (5) GO beyond by doing small things for others like offering help. (6) Make an INVESTMENT of time and effort into relationships. (7) Have a genuine INTEREST to learn more about others. (8) Be INTENTIONAL with every interaction to uplift others.
Challenge: When someone is placed in your heart or mind, reach out to tell them you’re thinking of them. Uplift them.