I have discovered that often, despite our best efforts, we lack this balance, we don’t feel it. I have also discovered that mindful transitions are very helpful in bringing it back. Mindful transition is a conscious start to work and returning home.
Dreams are like wings that lift us above everyday life, giving color and meaning to our lives. I have dreamed of traveling to Iceland for many years. I looked at photos on the Internet, listened to the stories of friends who were there and I wanted to go there someday. I was waiting for the right moment – when the children would be older, when there would be more time…
In my work and everyday family life, I have always paid (and still do) great attention to development. I read a lot and trained myself to do everything better and more effectively. Each time I was gaining new knowledge and ideas, I wanted immediately to implement them in my life. And usually I was met with misunderstanding, frustration and, on top of that, my inner critic who scolded me for every failure.