In this time of financial uncertainty, we all have to look for the "silver lining," absurd as that may initially sound. Truly, we are not our material possessions or our bank account balance. In advance of this market crash, the realities of the credit crunch and the shallow satisfaction in over-excess had started to bring about a change in attitude for many. Now more than ever, this time presents an opportunity to live a more authentic and aware life, with consideration for those less fortunate and the environment, while still providing for our own needs and those of our families, perhaps finding ourselves a bit closer to true happiness in the process.

 

How to begin? Stop and think of one thing that you are grateful for and then focus on choosing to make this day a great day ~ and you will ~ it's all a matter of perspective and controlling your thoughts, lest they control you... Heavy stuff (but "tough" times call for it)...

 

Step 2? For me, it's back to work...While I continue to work hard on my business plan, I'm also focused on scheduling the cornerstone of my calendar-based activities, our monthly DeClutter for Good Donation Weekends. A reminder to some readers and news to others, the third calendar weekend of the month will always be designated for the purpose of DeCluttering for Good.