Yesterday I was talking to two different coaches and friends at different times of the day.  As I reflected upon both of the conversations, I realized the topic of habits or creating rituals came up with both.  There is a quote (I don't have the whole quote or the person who wrote it) but it says that we get our greatest pleasures in life from our habits.  I've been thinking a lot about whether that is true or not and I've come to the conclusion that it depends on the habit.  I get a great deal of pleasure from writing this blog which until recently had become something I did three times a week. When I get into a routine or a habit of exercising I enjoy it but it has to be a routine before that happens.  Do I get a lot of pleasure out of watching TV every night after dinner.  Not really. It's a habit just something that I do.  Which led me to think about my habits.  Which ones are giving me pleasure?  Which ones are done without thinking, to fill time or a void in my life?  Which ones need to go?  Which ones need to be strengthened?  I've decided that for me habits are good. They provide structure and consistency and yes pleasure to my day and therefore my life.  I've decided to become more conscious of the habits that I am forming and am going to become very aware of what is bringing joy into my life and what is just something that I do because I have always done it.  Have you ever thought about your habits?  Are there any you need to let go of?  Which ones bring you happiness?  I hope that today you will take a few minutes to think about the importance of the habits in your life.

             When you share you dreams and your talent with the world, magic happens.  Let the magic begin!

     And suddenly you know, it's time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings.  Meister Eckhart

I love new beginnings.  It could be the start of a new day, of a new week, or a new year.  It could be the end of one class and the beginning of another.  There is something exciting and magical about beginning something new.  Beginnings are full of possibilities and what ifs.  They are full of promise and hope. Beginnings usually bring with them some type of learning and meeting new people.  They may bring a little fear but that is ok as long as I don't let that fear stop me from moving ahead.   I love the feeling of accomplishment when I finish a project and I always give myself some time to enjoy that feeling but I also love the feeling of anticipation when I start something new. I have almost finished all of the requirements to become a certified Master Creativity Coach.  It's been a wonderful process and I am so glad that I took on the challenge. I am celebrating all of the people that I met and the things that I have learned.  I am anxious to share what excites me about the program with others but I am also excited to begin learning something new once again. 

This week suddenly I knew it was time to start something new.  I am not quite sure exactly what it is yet but I am sure it will appear just when I am ready to start. There is definitely something magical about beginnings and I love bringing magic into my life.  What about you?  Are you most excited about beginning something new or finishing a project?  What brings magic into your day and life?

            When you share your talent and your dreams with the world, magic happens.  Let the magic begin!