Happy Monday!! I’m writing this post after coming back from my 9 day Mindfulness practicum in Fort Lauderdale. I chose this as my Monday Mantra because I thought it fit well because it continues the theme of mindfulness.
I had initially planned to continue working on my blog while I was away. My mom came with me on this trip so that she could have a nice vacation so we tacked on a few days before and a day after the retreat to hang out together. While the retreat consists of long days, I figured I could blog for a bit before bed. I also thought that any free time I had could be spent working on the blog.
Our first night in Fort Lauderdale, I wrote a post about packing, which took me AGES with the spotty wifi connection in our room. When we moved to the hotel for the retreat I spent some time putting together some drafts for future posts but I decided to put the blog on hold until I came back.
Being In The Moment
Spending time with my mom during our vacation and being in the moment was more important. It’s funny, I actually felt really guilty about taking time away for myself! I think that is why I kept writing draft posts so that I wasn’t completely walking away from the blog.
My mom and I have been through a lot together over the past 3 years and this was a chance for us to hang out and do something fun together. So I took it. And I enjoyed every moment!! As I continue to get stronger throughout my recovery, I’m doing more and more and eventually I will be able to return to work full-time. So getting away with my mom for 2 weeks in the sun won’t be happening as much.
Mindfulness is all about the awareness that arises by paying attention to the present moment on purpose, with kindness, curiosity, and non-judgment. I decided to take this approach and apply it to my holiday. And it was great!! I actually was able to enjoy my trip! I made some new friends in my program and mom and I got to see a bit of Fort Lauderdale. We had a great time and I will be posting a travel diary and some tips of things to do in Fort Lauderdale over the next few weeks, so stay tuned!!
Charlene xoxo
such a neat trip! Thanks for inspiring me:)
elle
Southern Elle Style
Sounds like you had an amazing time! You and your mom have been doing a lot of traveling together lately.
Xx,
Amanda || http://www.fortheloveofglitter.com
Stay strong and focused girl!
xo,
Taylor | http://www.styleiseverythingblog.com
Love this quote! Its hard to be mindful of the moment when you are always trying to crush it! Great post
so glad you are getting to do some traveling! looks like you’re doing great! keep it up, girl!
xoxo, Preeti
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Such a great quote and so excited for your travels! Enjoy my dear!
So so true! Hope you’re enjoying your travels!
I am glad you had a great time! Mom time is the best time, savor every moment! <3
This is such a lovely (and important!) reminder! It’s so easy to get wrapped up in the next to-do that the moment often escapes us! I’m glad you had a fantastic time!!
hugs, Christina
Christina | Fashion & Frills
How great! Its so nice to be able to get away and actually unplug!
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