Happy Monday !! I love to start my week off relaxed and in a good mindset because it really sets the tone for the week ahead. I don’t like starting off on the wrong foot, with a knot in my face and racing though my Monday. Yes, we all have ” stuff” to do… but why start off your week with the excitement for TGIF ( FYI that’s 5 days to go) and the Monday blues? Today we change that.

For the past 4 years every Monday I wake up happy and excited for the week ahead. Why you ask… because I have ( use to) a very strict walk routine that eventually turned into just what I do ( so much so I’m excited for my ” standing daily appoitment”)

What my secret… I call it MINDFUL MONDAY WALKS... which turned into Mindful Tuesday Walks ect… now its just Mindful weeks/years!

I know you have all heard of this term.. MINDFUL.. but what is it. Its all about being aware of what you’re sensing and feeling in the moment, without interpretation or judgment…. just being present. Mindfulness has shown to boost happiness and reduce stress ( this actually will help you accomplish more and be productive.) So how do I do this…on WALKS! What a perfect way to be mindful then to GO. ON . A. WALK. Its not listening to music, or a podcast… calling or texting.. answering emails or pre-planning your day/week…..Its about being present.

Touch a tree… look around … smell the air.. just be present in the moment of happiness…