Inspirational words, by Amanda Harris

Recently I felt completely out of my usual character. My typically energized personality was confronted with a sense of boredom in my daily routine. My mind and body literally felt numb as I let this negative mood sit in my mind. Aware of what I was feeling, I decided to take some time alone to find the true source causing these emotions.
 
At first I blamed my boredom on "the season" of summer as there are many less people living in Miami at this time. As I moved the blame to my professional life I noticed myself creating reasons as to why things hadn't been accomplished & choosing to believe that I had no control to make the change I desired. Suddenly I realized my lack of interest was all because I was expecting external sources to supply me with excitement. I was choosing to be bored and thus I became exactly that.  
 
Immediately I decided to change the way I was looking at my life. I began to think of ordinary task as a challenge with great importance and in turn felt pride as I accomplished even the little things. As unexpected obstacles were thrown my way I choose to approach them as a sort of bonus round in this game of accomplishment I had created in my mind. Without notice everything I was doing became more fun and exciting.  I became driven with passion and a natural energy developed, helping me live graciously in the present moment. 
 
Nothing literally changed in my life, but I felt like I was in a whole new world of opportunity. I am thankful for this moment of negativity and for the ability to be conscious of my thoughts. For it made me realize that circumstances may be out of our control, but attitude, inspiration, and enthusiasm is powerfully directed from within.
Peace and love,
Amanda Harris 
Yoga Coordinator 
The Standard Spa Miami Beach