Lost and Found Moments
Lost and Found Moments
Do you find yourself with time on your hands? As we age, often we seem to have more “down” time than we might like.
I love moments that others might count as “lost time”. These little windows of unexpected time are a gift.
You know the moments I am thinking of – waiting for a bus, plane or train; the time you have at the hairdressers waiting for your hair to dry or take color; being all ready to go somewhere and having to wait for your partner or child; sitting in a restaurant waiting for your guest to arrive, or sitting in the doctor’s office. Each of us experience moments like these.
People with age-esteem know how to step into the “now” and enjoy the moment. Try some of these ideas next time you have to wait.
- People-watch. There is a whole world of activity around you. Tune into it.
- Carry post cards or note cards with you. Write an old fashioned note to someone to say, “I’m thinking of you”.
- Write in your journal.
- Read that article or book that you have been carrying around in your bag.
- Think. Meditate. Rest your mind and renew your soul.
Actually, I drafted this message while waiting for my hair to dry…
Next time you have “lost” time on your hands, turn it into “found” time.
