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Wandering into Wonder

Embracing life's serendipitous moments Episode #28

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Enough with the chit chat.

Close your eyes and get comfortable

Breathe slowly though your nose - 3…2…1…

Breathe slowly out your mouth - 3 …2 …1 …

Repeat 4 times

Open your eyes

Wiggle your fingers

Wiggle your toes


Wandering into Wonder - Embracing life's serendipitous moments 

What does Wandering to Wonder mean?

It suggests embarking on a journey. Both literally, mental or emotional. Without a fixed destination. Therefore you are free to embrace curiosity and explore.

Wandering invites openness and you are more likely to experience unexpected events,connections and insights. An appreciation for the mysteries of life.

  • Its letting go of rigid plans

  • Exploring new paths and staying receptive to moments of inspiration

  • And joy that happens serendipitously

Serendipity is one of my favourite companions

It's the magic of discovering something wonderful by a chance encounter. That seems to fall into our lives at just the right time.

  • It guides you

  • Teaches you

  • Inspires you

Or completely changes your life.

There are so many stories - one morning you are late for your train and you meet the love of your life. You are sitting at the traffic light - it turns green, but you hesitate - the next minute a truck roars by - missing you by inches.

When we wander without a fixed path we create space for serendipity. These moments bring a sense of wonder. Reminding us that life is full of surprises and sometimes turn out way better than anything we could have planned.

Serendipitous moments often arise when we are working on something new. Outside our comfort zones. Or when we slow down and be present in the moment.

Serendipity challenges our need to control everything. Embracing it can bring more

  • Joy

  • Creativity

  • And builds our resilience

It reminds us that wonderful things happen when we least expect them.

Have you experienced moments of serendipity that completely changed your life?

Thank you so much for joining us today.

I have really enjoyed our time together.


Wrap

We should approach life with

  • Openness and wonder

  • Say I wonder ..

  • Remember to sometimes let go of our rigid plans

  • Find magic in the mundane of life

We would it if you took the time to share some of your serendipitous moments with us in the comments.


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