I love the fall. I am sitting in my office right now while it is chilly and cloudy outside. I really need a cup of hot chocolate and a fire going to complete this, but it is still good. What is your favorite season? Take a minute to hold your favorite scene of that season in your mind’s eye. Breathe in slowly as you picture it. Notice your reaction. Do your muscles relax? Does your breathing slow down? Does a smile come to your lips?

It is important that we know what makes us happy or peaceful. There are moments, days, even weeks where things happen that make us unhappy. We need to have images, memories and sensations stored to help counteract the negative things that we are presently experiencing.

As you walk through your day, mindfully notice your world. Notice the child laughing, the art painted on the wall, the clouds passing. Savor those moments and store them away. Then, when you are having a bad day, bring them out to help you cope with what is going on presently and to remind you that things will change to the good again.

And, as always, enjoy the journey!