Finding Paradise Wherever I Go

Our world right now may not feel like paradise...but what if we had the ability to find it wherever we go?

At this point we are all feeling a little restless and ready for some clarity. We are tired of feeling limited and just flat out want "normalcy". We can sit here and think of all of the things we miss, how our lives aren't as good now, or how our happiness isn't quite the same. But what if we could get back what we feel we are "missing" in this time. Is it possible bring "paradise" to wherever we may be today?

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Lets start here. What defines your type of paradise? The definition is often said to be a feeling of blissfulness, beauty, peace, and extreme happiness. I envision a tropical get away with a drink in hand, some good music playing and of course surrounded by my loved ones. What is it for you? Is it a person? a place? money? food? drinks? sports? health? While all of these things are great and do often bring us joy, they can also be taken away/change at any given moment. This is something we have all experienced to some degree during this pandemic. So are we less happy now? Maybe. But can we root our happiness in something greater than the physical ever changing world? This isn't an easy question to answer and one I am constantly working on. Now is a unique time to dig deep in what your true desires of your heart are. What will bring you everlasting joy? (even if we had none of the above)

Next, how can we create this state of mind? Its an ongoing process and consistency is everything. (that goes for all aspects of life) Power + Perception + Presence = Paradise.

We have the power to choose how we show up daily. USE IT. Never doubt your power to truly live an abundant life. Next...Perception. How you see the world and how you see yourself makes all the difference. Identify where you are. And lastly, Presence. BE PRESENT. (thank you MJ for the reminder) "You are not your past and your future has yet to happen. The more present you stay, the calmer the mind, the quieter the soul" (Nitika Chopra)

At the end of the day we are all striving to live a fulfilled happy life. So as the day continues take it for the blessing that it is and use the time you do have to find your power, perception and be present. Lets go get lost in paradise.

"Believe in your power, broaden your perception and be present with it all. Paradise is in your mind. Start there and never stop having hope" Nitika Chopra