Day 69 of 2026- A Thought From Yesterday’s Post

 Hi Friends,

From my post yesterday, it got me more curious today.

I kept thinking about that quote:
“Genius is nothing more or less than childhood recovered at will.” — Charles Baudelaire.

It made me smile because kids are naturally curious. They ask why about everything. They try things without worrying if they’ll look silly. They imagine, explore, and experiment just because it’s fun.

Somewhere along the way, many of us trade that curiosity for caution. We start overthinking. We worry about getting it right instead of just trying.

But what if the goal isn’t to go back to being a kid…What if it’s to be the grown-up who still keeps that kid alive inside?

The adult who takes responsibility, makes decisions, and shows up but still holds onto wonder, curiosity, and a sense of play.

As we move through the first quarter of the year, it makes me wonder:

What part of your childhood curiosity might be worth reclaiming?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 68 of 2026- A Quote

 Hi Friends,

I came across this quote today:

“Genius is nothing more or less than childhood recovered at will.” — Charles Baudelaire

At first, it sounds a little strange. What does childhood have to do with genius?

But the more I thought about it, the more it made sense. When we’re kids, we’re naturally curious. We ask endless questions, we imagine things that don’t exist yet, and we aren’t afraid to try something even if we fail. A child just explores.

As we grow older, many of us lose that mindset. We become more cautious, more self-conscious, and sometimes less willing to experiment.

Maybe what Baudelaire is suggesting is that true genius isn’t just intelligence. It’s the ability to return to that childlike curiosity and explore ideas freely. 

In a way, genius might simply be remembering how to see the world the way we did when everything felt new.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 67 of 2026- Sunday Reset

 Hi Friends,

Sundays have become my quiet reset for the week ahead.

I like to take a little time to reflect on the past week, what went well, what I learned, and what I want to do differently next time. It doesn’t have to be anything complicated. Sometimes it’s just sitting with a cup of coffee and writing a few thoughts down.

Then I think about the week ahead and set a few simple intentions. Not a long list, just a few things that truly matter.

It helps me start Monday with a clear mind instead of feeling rushed.

Do you have a Sunday routine that helps you reset for the week?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 66 of 2026- Mid Morning Nap

 Hi Friends,

Have you ever tried taking a Saturday morning nap, like mid-morning? I am an early riser and get a lot done in the mornings, especially on weekends, but I have found that taking a quick nap in between my errands or after they are done refreshes me for the rest of the day and helps me function better.

Now, if you naturally wake up later in the day, try taking a nap in the mid-afternoon and see if that makes you feel refreshed. I don’t need a long nap, so a quick 20–30 minutes does it.

Try it and let me know how it goes.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 65 of 2026- End Of Week

 Hi Friends,

Well, thank goodness the week is over. 🙌

One thing I’m intentionally doing today is not prioritizing work. Emails are staying exactly where they are, and I’m simply tying up a few loose ends that need to be finished.

The rest? It can wait until Monday.

That’s what prioritizing really looks like sometimes knowing what doesn’t need your attention right now. Protecting my Friday helps me avoid ending the week feeling overwhelmed and allows me to step into the weekend with a clearer mind.

Not everything is urgent. Sometimes the best decision is giving yourself permission to pause.

And today, that’s exactly what I’m doing. 

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 64 of 2026- Mental Overload

 Hi Friends,

Have you ever noticed that when you are tired and have too much going on, it can affect your ability to remember things, especially as you get older? 

I certainly have. I’ve noticed that an overload of information combined with simply getting older has made my brain much more sensitive to mental clutter. When too many things compete for attention, it becomes harder to focus, think clearly, or remember the small details.

So how do I try to manage mental overload?

First, I pause and slow things down. Not everything needs to be solved at once. Taking a moment to step back helps create space for clearer thinking.

Second, I prioritize. When everything feels important, the brain gets overwhelmed. Choosing just one or two key priorities can make a big difference.

Finally, I write things down. Getting thoughts out of my head and onto paper reduces the mental load and helps me stay focused.

Mental clarity is about creating space to think better.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita 

Day 63 of 2026-A Little Warmer

 Hi Friends,

This morning when I stepped outside, the air felt a little warmer than it has the past few weeks. It wasn’t a huge change, but it was noticeable one of those small reminders that the seasons are slowly shifting. 

Sometimes it’s the little moments like that which make you pause for a second. The way the air feels, the light in the morning, or the quiet before the day really gets going.

It made me realize how easy it is to rush through the start of the day without noticing anything around us. But every once in a while, it’s nice to slow down for a moment and take it in. Even something as simple as stepping outside can feel a little refreshing. 

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita