A Good Question

As I look at my calendar from now through the holidays, I find myself thinking back to the weeks leading up to our wedding, nearly 28 years ago.  Any time that I felt stress creeping in to our conversations, I would pose the question: “What would we do if it were our wedding?”

This gentle reminder that we were in charge framed things in a way that was much less stressful.  Our wedding was wonderful - exactly what we wanted it to be.  This holiday season can be too - if we remember who is in charge.

These next few weeks will offer ample opportunities to overdo things - too much socializing, too little sleep, too much consumption.  Sometimes it is fine to stretch and do more than normal to spend time with friends and loved ones.  But make sure it is a choice, and that your choices add up to experiences that you really want to have.

And here is the big reveal - this little trick works for lots of things:

What would you do if it were your job?
What would you do if you were the boss?
What would do if it were your company?
What would you do if it were your life?

We probably shouldn’t navigate life solely from the perspective of our own selfish interests.  But I’m getting reconnected with the question “What do I want?”  It’s a good question - one that doesn’t always point us toward the path of ease and comfort.

It’s OK to stretch yourself.  It’s OK to overcommit.  Just make sure its a conscious choice, and that you know why you are doing so.

I wish you a holiday season that makes sense for you.

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Sunday Supper
I didn’t have the energy for the Candlelight Walking Tour yesterday.  Instead I made a big pot of this Birria Beef that we’re going to throw on tortillas or salad for the next few days.  I’m drawn to this Brussels Sprouts Salad w/ Pomegranate and Pistachios.  Topping it with the Birria will mix Latin and Mediterranean cuisines, but I think it should work.  (This is what I would do if it were my lunch today…)

Sunday Music
This chill performance in a forest outside of London by Yuuf is a nice listen on a relaxing Sunday.  And this recent performance by Morcheeba at St. Moritz is a great vibe as well.  Enjoy!

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Have a great week ahead!  Offer support to others.  Make good use of this day.  And let me know how I can help.

Peace & Love,