As we embark on summer, remember:  it’s the small things. 

The little changes.  Taking the stairs, walking the dog, stretching, ordering brown rice instead of white.  It’s treating yourself as your best friend.  Treating your body as you would your most prized possession – after all, it is.  Taking the time to sit outside and appreciate a beautiful sunrise or sunset. Reading. Creating. Thinking.  Breathing.

Don’t forget to connect.  Connect with yourself and connect with those around you.  By taking better care of ourselves, we accept, love and appreciate ourselves, allowing greater connection with others.  Our friends and family give us energy but we must be open and available to them. We must accept ourselves and our shortcomings so that we can accept their imperfections, as well.  When we allow ourselves to be imperfect and authentic with others, we allow for real intimacy and relationship.

Close your eyes and give yourself a couple of minutes to set a few goals for the summer.  Is there a book that you would like to read?  A new class that you want to try?  An outing with friends?  A weekend get away?  A more peaceful mindset?  What’s important to you now?  As the summer approaches and life hopefully slows down a bit, remember:  it’s the small things.  Be well.