Recently, I was at a retreat in the mountains. While there, I spent some time sitting on the deck enjoying the simplicity of nature. I started watching the humming birds as they took turns at the feeders. I actually saw a few of them perch on a nearby branch to wait their turn. As I watched them I noticed a pattern to their activitey. Clearly this was a behavioral pattern.
I started thinking about behavioral patterns and how often they get a bad rap. Every pattern serves a purpose. Even those which are deamed self destructive. Such as eating disorders, OCD and many others. They usually serve to protect a belief about ourselves. Often when a pattern of this nature is dealt with people experience a sense of freedom.
Here's what I challenge you to do. Look at the patterns you have which are constructive and supportive to your well being. Notice how they serve you. Do they give you a sense of accomplishment, joy, peace? What other patterns can you establish which will help you build on your own sense of well being. Keep it simple.
For me, some of my supportive patterns include exercise, journaling and enjoying a cup of coffee on a crisp morning. I am looking to add a few others!
Wishing you peace and well being,
Kim
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