Our soul’s need for fun and food is always there, but the means to fulfill that divine inner calling can change both with time and experience. What used to lift me up and inspire me in my 20s has morphed into new ways of experiencing the joy of life in my 50s. I laugh inside when I find myself saying a past belief like, “yes! I love horseback riding, it brings me so much joy and makes me feel alive.” The truth is that in the past, galloping a fast young steed on an open trail brought a rush of adrenaline to my entire body. I felt alive, strong and connected to both the horse and the universe. Now, however, since a car accident a year ago, which injured my neck, I have not jumped on a horse. I’m more cautious with my spine and don’t tax my body by riding like a wild cowboy. The point I’m trying to make is: let’s get real with ourselves and what nourishes our souls now, instead of trying to live off a memory of what was exciting or fun back then. Are we remembering our joy or living our joy now?

Consider how many people are now presented with children who grow too fast and the elderly who live much longer lives. This leaves some people in the middle, caring for children and the elderly, with little time for entertainment or food. Perhaps they harbor memories of going to the spa or taking an afternoon nap, but the reality is more likely that of putting the kids in a taxi, picking up medicine for the elderly parent, and falling into bed exhausted and exhausted in many ways. levels. . It is to these people, those who have allowed the busyness of life to creep in and rob them of the simple joys of a hot bath, by candlelight, or a long walk in nature, that I speak to. Wake up my friend! Find sustenance for your soul before it is too late and the body succumbs to disease or time runs out. You can resurrect your desire for a happy and meaningful life and tap into your source of vitality.

No one else can discover what brings you joy. It is a gift from your soul that is embedded in your consciousness since before you were born. This inspiring insight is the key to seizing opportunities to live a fulfilling life. Don’t settle for a mundane existence of work, care, or mediocrity. As for me, now I brush horses and visit them instead of riding. There’s something about the pungent smell of mixed hay, horse, and barn that delights my inner child and gives me a sense of freedom. Find what excites you and welcome that activity into your life now. If not now when? Maybe you’ve always wanted to learn to surf, paint, or dance, but never took the time to do it. Set aside time to nourish yourself and feel more alive.

As we change and grow, we learn to adapt to new ways to feel inspired and connect with our soul. Let go of the past and ask yourself “How can I best nourish myself right now?” So when someone asks you about your interests, you can honestly say “yes! I like _____________ and I’ll do it on Saturday, do you want to come?”