Dec '24 • December Challenge
Day 5
I don't want to go back to Instagram, y'all.
It is interesting how something so seemingly trivial can make that much of an impact on your mood, your stress levels, your productivity, and so much more.
My creativity, decision making, and overall attitude has been so much better, and if I had to narrow it down, I think it's due to a better streamline of thoughts.
I don't get interrupted by notifications, or a pull to look at Instagram as I walk from one place to another, or wait on something.
I am enjoying noticing things.
That may sound weird, but I if I truly desire more joy in the mundane, then I have to notice what God has, and what he is doing within each moment, within each space.
For instance, I was waiting for my middle son, who is 5, to put a couple ornaments back on his little tree he has in his room. Normally, I might have pulled my phone out during this time, as embarrassing as that is to say, but of course, this time I did not.
And I just watched him. Watched him carefully put each ornament on a small, plastic tree limb, the light illuminating his face, the low, kneeling position he was in, the focus and care he was taking to hang each ornament exactly where he thought best.
I can remember that moment now. It's not lost forever because I didn't notice it.
I have more of him to hold onto in my mind and in my heart as he grows so quickly.
Praise God.
What are you noticing?
If you haven't joined us yet in this challenge, just hop on in. Start posting. Be courageous and share what you're thinking and feeling throughout this.
I'd love to hear what y'all are doing for Advent within your family's as well. What traditions you may have coming up.
Who is also doing this for workout accountability?
I am actually simplifying workouts throughout this time on purpose. I want to live from a restful place, and part of that is not overdoing it this month.
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