Be Careful! How You Choose Your Thoughts Today, Will Define Your Destiny Tomorrow.

A Simple Mantra to Remind You.

I’m going to be honest with you.

Life got in the way this week. Sadly I couldn’t commit to my writing the way I wanted. BUT instead of just going silent for this week, I wanted to share something I read that really resonated with me. And something that I’ve tried to play on repeat in my head.

Watch your thoughts, they become words.

Watch your words, they become actions.

Watch your actions, they become habits.

Watch your habits, they become your character.

Watch your character, they become your destiny.

This is from chapter 11 of the book I’m re-reading for the 3rd time. It’s called Breathing Under Water by Richard Rohr.

That’s it. Simple and so true.

3 Things This Week In My Mind and On My Heart

(1) I discovered a new snack in Paris. They are mini donut shaped, peanut butter flavored…Cheetos! Your read correctly. Peanut butter Cheetos. A disgusting combo, that taste oh so good. Who knew?!

(2) I learned how to make fondue. Like properly where the melted cheese actually covers the bread and doesn’t just slip off. It’s now my new favorite dinner.

(3) I enrolled in a 5-day Pilates/wellness retreat in Portugal. The first time I will be traveling by myself(ish). I’ve been wanting to do one of these retreats for 5 years - since 2019!! But the commitment to travel to Europe from the US for 5 days seemed overwhelming and somehow defeated the intention of the trip in the first place. But, now, with Portugal only a 2-hour flight, I don’t have an excuse. Reason #1023 why I love living in Europe!