Today is Day 6 of my retirement. As I lay down track on this blog, in order to continue creating content, I’ve slowed down my life, which is easier to do in retirement. The trick is to not fill up moments with unnecessary time wasters, or those things I perceive to be unimportant.
I ate something that didn’t agree with me last night, and in the throes of that, pulled from my tool box of healing remedies to discover just sitting and breathing with it helped to bring clarity. Now as I write these words, I hear crows bantering back and forth. I smell an oil infused with herbs sent by my niece at an earlier time. Maso lies with me as I sort out my priorities for this day.
As one of our mentors in the Dean Holland program pointed out yesterday, don’t give up, keep laying track, keep on keeping on. Excuses are many to lay off for awhile.
And I can’t call in sick!
Maso, my Boston Bull Terrier, is always by my side, and this video is no exception. He is the perfect mascot. When I was sick last night, he showed concern and compassion. He is my sweet boy.
I showed my son Maso and he wanted to know he would like another person to cuddle with. I hope your feeling better and that you both have a good day. Thank you for being a part of #BlogBoost #UBC
Hi Kate,
Yes, so important to live life not hating others, I believe it impacts our own health when we do. Guarding our time and from unimportant things also important. Hope you feel better!
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Thanks Glenda!! A Boston Terrier is a good choice for a loyal companion!!
Hope you’re feeling better soon!
You’re so right, life is too short to waste it on hating people. Also it’s important not to waste our precious time with mindless fillers.
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Goodbye to mindless filters!! Well said!!
Kate, I love Maso! I have a Boxer always by my side, Mr. Keats. He makes my world go round!
In fact, his health is failing and I have moved my computer and two monitors this morning into the bedroom so I can be by his side as I work. Congratulations on your retirement! I look forward to seeing what you do with it! It sounds like you have big plans! I hope you get better in time to have a wonderful weekend!
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Boxers and Boston’s have similar snouts! Love Bugs all the way!!! His healing presence helped my recovery!!
Kate, hope you are feeling better and that the therapeutic presence of Maso, is helpful
Your approach to removing unnecessary distractions and focusing on what truly matters is a lesson in mindfulness and prioritizing well-being.
Keep sharing your wisdom and experiences!
Tony, thanks for your kind words! Creating content for our blogs is a good way to bring in the New Year!! I will visit yours very soon!
Hi Kate! Maso is very cute 🙂 I have two dogs myself, they do contribute to happiness in life!
I hope the snowstorm won’t be too bad, and that you will get well very soon!
Removing distractions to focus on what really matters is crucial to success in any area of life, be it business, relationships, health.
Time is an equal resource for us all, what we do with it is a completely different matter!
Take care, Katrin
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Hi Kate!
I hope you are feeling better today. Your positive mindset about keep on keeping on is quite a healthy one for everyone to have. Stay warm. The snow is just starting to fall here.
All the best,
Milissa Neirotti
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Congratulations on your retirement! That is my dream! I hope you get well soon and stay warm.
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Thanks Ernie! I am loving every moment!!
Hey Kate, I hope you are feeling better soon, I love your “releasing that which does not serve” approach, for me it resonates for things, people, activities, environments – the whole lot. As I go about decluttering my life I use my “joy meter” to determine whether I keep or let go, does it being me joy, yes or no? Sometimes I need to sit with it a bit, it’s so powerful and liberating for me. Thanks for your wisdom and love. Love you too, feel better real quick.
cheers
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Your approach to decluttering is genius! Does it bring me joy and then sitting with it is a powerful reflection! I am still in the process of clearing out my life and will use this approach!
Our fur babies seem to know when we aren’t feeling well, they are right by out sides. I hope you’re feeling better, take it slow and rest up! Love your video.
Hope you are feeling better, and YES! We all need to love each other more!
Kate,
Dogs are great companions especially when you are sick. I know our mascot Mrs. Shadow is always there to greet and comfort me and SJ. Add the snuggle time some incents, creates a relaxing environment.
Hope you are feeling better.
CJ
“Life is not to be spent hating each other”
Great wisdom here. If more people understand this, the World will be a much better place.
Hope you get well soon. Take care.
I hope you are feeling better. There is nothing worse than feeling ill and not getting things done.
Dogs are incredible. I have a Frenchie and he is so loving, lovely company.
You have a brilliant mindset and I look forward to seeing your next video.
Hey Kate, so great to see Maso there with you! Thanks for sharing the video, and kudos to you for finding healing solutions to getting your internal parts feeling better.
Never give up!
Kate, Life is to short to Hate. Oh, but what this world would look like if it centered around LOVE… If our pets have no problem showing it, maybe we can learn from them 😉. I have a 60lb Mini-Pit that thinks she’s a small lap dog. She is 11 years old and Absolutly Loves our Grandbabies which pull on her ears, tail, and think shes a small pony…LOL Hope You are Feeling Better!
Thanks David! Love is an inside job. Starting there transforms everything!!
Hi Kate,
great post and video, and this cheeky look from Maso 🙂
Most people think when they retire they can just chill and relax. Probably after one week, this would be too boring (for me for sure). You have a better approach, looking ahead and growing your business while sharing love and wisdom. Fabulous.
Have a good day!
Retirement ain’t for sissies!! But growing older ain’t either!! But some of us can be a model for both!!
Kate, you are right about the world and that everyone should love each other. Unfortunately there are people that don’t agree, we can see that in the world today. I’m glad to see you enjoying retirement with your dog. Have a great week and we can catch up in the next blog. Thanks, Atif
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Wishing you a speedy recovery and hoping you feel better real soon. By the way, Maso is just the absolute cutest! I’ve always heard that dogs are like angels without wings, always there to take care of us and keep us company. Your mentor is spot on – keep laying those tracks every day. Here’s to a happy retirement! 🌈
Kate, Can’t agree with you more about Keep Keeping On. Masco seems to be helping you well with that. Hope you will be feeling better soon, stay warm!
Showing up is half the challenge. Then the challenge becomes to elevate inner creativity and rise to greater heights! Thanks for stopping by.
I like the layout of your blog and of course the picture of your dear Maso. I also applaud your short video. You are on track.
Thank you again for your help with my posting issue. That in itself was huge for me. I was going to the wrong spot in word press trying to post and it just didn’t work. At least I know what doesn’t now, right? Anyway, thanks again!
Looking forward to next blog, keep up the great work!
I saw your plea for help, I got out the computer to answer your question!! Glad to assist!
Hey Kate, I feel your mindset. I have a picture next to my bed that reads
Never Give Up! It’s a powerful message to start and end every. I start and
end each day by reviewing my daily Day-Timer where write-out my daily
schedule. It keeps me on track so I never waste time.
James! Thanks for stopping by. I made a mental note to myself yesterday to touch base with your blog/website! You have so much to contribute to our community!