This morning I took myself too seriously. Too personally. Too critical.

“Oh no!” would be the thoughts of my team and family if they heard the thoughts in my head. It’s not only damaging to my own mindset and soul condition but also damaging to the relationship with those around me.

When I take myself too seriously, it spirals into more and more seriousness. More hardness. More taking things personally. Less connection. Less joy. Less fruit.

I’m reminded of the importance of hardness and effort but even more the need for lightness. For whimsy. For pure-hearted passion. Childlike attitude.

I’m going to take it easy through the end of this year. Look to smile and laugh more. Seek whimsy and adventure in small and big ways.

Thank you, Kelly for teaching me this 🙂