I received this great list of values I call them or personal codes to live by and thought Id love to share it with you all. It is a choice and a dedication we have made to live like this and it feels great. Staying Conscious, Staying Grounded in a Big City or Busy World > by Madisyn Taylor > > For a more grounded life, choose not to get caught up in the fast- paced world around you. > > > 1. Live simply and live deliberately. By choosing not to get caught > up in the details of this fast-paced world, you are doing your part > to slow down the . You will also discover that you have more time to enjoy being alive. > > 2. Stay in touch with yourself. Soul searching, meditation, and > journaling are just a few of the many activities you can take part > in to stay aware and learn as much as you can about your emotions, reactions, likes, dislikes, dreams, and fears. Having a solid sense of self gives you a firm foundation for living in this world. > > 3. Support or teach others as often as you can. This can help you > form connections with people while also giving you an opportunity to make the world a better place. > > 4. Consciously choose what you will allow into your being. The media bombards us with visions of hate, war, and pain. Be judicious about what you read, watch, and listen to. > > 5. Acknowledge the beauty that resides around you. Whether you live in a sprawling metropolis or a stereotypical suburb, there are > natural and man-made wonders just waiting to be discovered by you. > > 6. Nurture your ties to your tribe. If you don’t have one, create a > community that you can belong to. Modern life can be isolating. When you have a tribe, you have a circle that you are a part of. Its > members – loved ones, friends, or neighbors - can be a source of support, caring, guidance, and companionship. > > 7. See the larger picture. Remember that the way that you choose to live is not the only way to live. Widen your perspective by > exploring other modes of being through research, travel, and > discussion. > > 8. Embrace the challenges that life presents to you, and challenge yourself often. After a time, even the most exciting jobs or lifestyles can seem routine. Never stop assimilating new knowledge about whatever you are doing, and your life will never seem dull. > > 9. Move your body. In this busy world, it can be easy to live a > sedentary life. Movement reacquaints us with our bodies and connects us to the earth in a visceral way. It also restores our vitality. > > 10. Make time for stillness, silence, and solitude. The world can be noisy, and we are subject to all kinds of noises nearly every waking hour. We are also often “on the go” and unable to relax. Being alone in a peaceful place and making time for quiet can help you stay in touch with yourself.
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