Stories of Kindness from Around the World

Change of Pace
Summer is a time for slow lazy days and relaxed evenings, a change a pace from our fast-paced lives. It is a time to play on the beach, to sit under the branches of a large shade tree, to enjoy a cool beverage or ice-cream cone, and to walk in companionable silence with a friend. It seems though that now that most of the covid restrictions have been lifted people are in a greater rush than pre-pandemic times. I know that for the past couple of months my life has felt full and busy, in a good way but much different than it has been over the past couple of years. The faster pace has taught me a few things about how I wish to manage my time. I am making conscious choices to ensure that I can take part in the things gives me joy, peace and relaxation. Spending time with those I love creating memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Teaching yoga on a reduced schedule for the summer months gives me the gift of free time. Taking time to walk along our local trails either on my own or with friends which brings me a sense of peace and tranquility that soothes my soul. A vacation at the end of the summer is planned, one that will not be filled with much of anything other than to rest and relax. A change of pace either slowing down or speeding up shows us what we need to bring more balance into our lives, to ensure we do not over-extend ourselves to the breaking point. It is up to us to choose wisely. Picture taken and written by T. C.