Day 341 of 2025- 3 Monday's Left

 Hi Friends,

Good morning and happy Monday! As we step into a new week, it is wild to realize there are only three Mondays left in 2025. Three chances to set the tone, push forward on something meaningful, and finish the year with intention.

Mondays often get a bad reputation. They can feel tired, rushed, and stressful. But what if we flipped that perspective? What if today becomes your reset button instead of your hurdle?

You do not need a huge plan or dramatic change. Even one small decision, choosing gratitude, tackling one priority task, taking breaks when needed, or approaching the day with curiosity can shift your week.

Think back to the weekend. Did you rest, recharge, or reflect? Now take what you gained, or what you realized you needed, and bring it into today.

Three Mondays. Three opportunities to build momentum, refine habits, and show up a little better than before.

So here is your reminder: You get to decide how this week feels. Lead with intention, stay present, and make today count.

How will you show up this Monday?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 340 of 2025- Make Sunday Count in 2025

 Hi Friends,

Yesterday, we talked about having just four weekends left in 2025 and making each day off truly count. Today is one of those days, a built-in chance to reset.

With only four Sundays left in the year, think about how you’re using them. Are you giving yourself space to unwind? Are you setting habits that help you start the week refreshed instead of rushed?

Sundays don’t have to be packed with tasks or pressure. Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is slow down:
• reflect on last week,
• set one simple intention, or
• do something that restores you mentally, physically, or spiritually.

Small Sunday rituals can become powerful habits: a morning walk, journaling, meal prep, phone-free time, or even just a quiet moment to breathe. These little choices shape how you show up on Monday and beyond.

So as we count down these final Sundays, choose to use them with purpose. Let today be the start of a habit that helps you unwind, reset, and begin your week afresh.

How will you make this Sunday count?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 339 of 2025- Making The Last Few Weekends Count

 Hi Friends,

With only four weekends left in 2025 (including this one), it’s a great moment to pause and reflect. How are you spending your time away from work? And if you’re someone who works weekends, how are you using the time you do get off?

Weekends aren’t just days on a calendar, they’re opportunities. Opportunities to rest, reconnect, recharge, and refocus. Too often, we treat days off like leftovers, filling them with chores, scrolling, or simply letting them disappear.

But what if we made each one count?

Whether it’s spending time with people you care about, investing in your well-being, pursuing a passion, or simply giving yourself space to breathe, your time off matters. It shapes your energy, your mindset, and your happiness.

So as the year winds down, I want to encourage you: make every day off count. Don’t wait until January to live intentionally, start now. Small choices today can create a better tomorrow.

How will you spend your next day off?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 338 of 2025- Have A Good Weekend

 Hi Friends

We made it to the weekend, finally. After a long week of early mornings, busy days, and a lot on our minds, these next two days feel like a breath of fresh air. 

The weekend doesn’t have to be anything big or fancy. Sometimes it’s just about sleeping in a little, grabbing your favorite snack, spending time with people you enjoy, or catching up on the things you’ve been putting off. However you spend it, I hope it gives you room to relax, laugh a little, and recharge. 

Here’s to a good weekend you deserve it.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 337 of 2025- Its Cold

 Hi Friends,

It’s been cold lately, the kind of chill that slows you down, makes you pull your coat a little tighter, and reminds you winter has truly arrived. There’s something about cold weather that invites reflection; the stillness outside almost dares us to look inward. 

Maybe this is the perfect season for the small things we keep postponing. When the world feels quieter, when the days are shorter, perhaps that is when tiny steps matter most. You don’t have to overhaul your life or rush toward something grand. Just choose one small thing you’ve been waiting to do and begin.

Winter has a way of teaching us that growth often happens beneath the surface, invisible at first but real and steady. So while the air is crisp and the pace has softened, use this time to act on the little things because those are often the ones that quietly change everything.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 336 of 2025- Act

 Hi Friends,

As we move through December, I’ve been thinking about how yesterday we talked about wishes, and today I want to explore what comes after them. A wish is a spark, a soft whisper of hope, but it becomes meaningful only when we are willing to act. We all have something we’ve been holding in our minds, whether it is a goal, a change we want to make, a conversation we need to have, or a promise we quietly made to ourselves. 

Often we wait for the perfect moment, the right confidence, or a surge of motivation, yet life has a way of reminding us that moments become meaningful not because they arrive fully formed but because we choose to move. 

So I invite you to reflect on one thing you have been thinking about that you could act on today, even in the smallest way. It could be sending the message you have drafted in your head, beginning the habit you keep imagining, writing the first sentence of something that matters to you, making the call you keep postponing, or finally speaking the truth you have rehearsed a dozen times. 

The size of the action is not what matters; what matters is that it exists, that it signals to your life and to yourself that you are willing to show up for what you say you want. December may be brief, but so much can shift in thirty days when you decide to do instead of only hope. You do not need perfection or clarity to begin, only the willingness to take a first step, so ask yourself: What could you act on before the day ends, and what might change if you did?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 335 of 2025- December Wish

 Hi Friends,

If yesterday was about finishing strong, today I want to talk about wishing well.

Think of December like a candle on a cake singing softly, flickering in front of you, giving you a moment before you blow and make a wish. We don’t usually do that for months, do we? We blow out candles for years, for birthdays, for milestones. But months shape us too. So before this one disappears, I want to pause and ask:

What do you wish for yourself in these final 30 days?

Not the surface-level answer. Not the “be healthier, be happier” default. But the quiet wish, the one you almost don’t say aloud because it feels too tender or too bold.

As you step into December, here is my wish for you:

I wish you strength, not the loud, heavy kind, but the steady kind that keeps showing up.

I wish you courage to face what you’ve avoided, to step into spaces that stretch you, to say what needs to be said.

And I wish you dreams not just the ones you think are possible, but the ones that make your heart beat a little faster.

But this isn’t just my wish for you. This is your candle too. So ask yourself:

If December were a birthday candle, one last glow before the year ends what would you whisper into the flame? What do you want to welcome? What are you ready to release? What are you finally willing to hope for?

Maybe your wish is clarity. Maybe it’s peace. Maybe it’s momentum, forgiveness, closure, or a new beginning.

Whatever it is name it. Claim it. Don’t shy away from your own desire.

We don’t get to control everything that happens this month, but we can choose what we wish for and how we show up while we wait for it to unfold.

So before we say goodbye to this year, take one breath, picture that candle, and make your wish.

What do you want for yourself this December?
Because I’m wishing strength, courage, and dreams for you but only you can wish for who you are becoming.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 334 of 2024- Happy Last Month Of The Year

 Hi Friends,

Happy December!
We made it to the final month of the year. December is special every time it arrives, but this one, December 2025 is one we will never see again. That alone makes me pause. How does it make you feel knowing this moment, these next 30 days, won’t come back?

As I look back on the year, I feel a deep sense of gratitude. This year stretched me, humbled me, surprised me. It wasn’t always easy, far from it, but it opened my eyes in ways I didn’t expect. And even though I’m ready for a fresh start and a clean calendar page, I’m also aware that there are still 30 days left. Thirty days isn’t a throwaway. It’s a window. It’s an invitation. And I want to walk through it intentionally.

For me, these last 30 days are about ending strong. The strongest month of the year. I have a few goals I want to meet real, challenging ones and I know they’re within reach. It will take effort, discipline, and honesty with myself, but I also know what I’m capable of. There’s something powerful about proving to yourself that you can finish well, even when you’re tired or tempted to coast.

As you step into these final 30 days, I want to ask you:
What does finishing strong look like for you?
When you reach December 30th and you look back, what do you hope makes you smile?

Ask yourself some harder questions too the ones we usually avoid:

• Is there a conversation you’ve been putting off because it feels uncomfortable or vulnerable?

• What truth have you been refusing to acknowledge, even though you know it’s been trying to get your attention?

• What habit or mindset do you need to let go of before the year ends so you don’t drag it into the new one?

• What would your December look like if you showed up every day with intention instead of autopilot?

• What would it look like to give yourself permission to end the year proud truly proud of how you carried yourself?

We can’t rewrite the past 11 months, but we absolutely can shape these next 30 days. And maybe that’s enough. Maybe that’s exactly what this December is offering us: a final chance to realign, reconnect, release, rebuild, or rest—whatever our lives are asking for.

So here’s to December.
Here’s to finishing strong.
Here’s to stepping into the new year already becoming the person we want to be.

You still have 30 days.
What will you do with them?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 333 of 2025- Last Day Of November

 Hi Friends,

It’s the last day of November. I have to say, the last few days felt great almost like “going off the clock.” With the long holiday weekend, schedules get pushed around. Wake-up times vary, eating times change, and there’s (hopefully) a lot more down time.

As we end this month, I’m feeling super grateful. As I think back on November, here are some questions that came up for me, and I hope you’ll use them to reflect as well:

• When were the moments I stayed grounded? In other words, with everything happening around me, how did I manage to stay true to myself?

• How did I make someone’s day better?

• Did I spend enough time with my loved ones?

• Did I take care of myself, like going to the gym or doing something that supports my well-being?

• Did I learn anything new about myself?

• What was my biggest challenge this month, and how did I face it?

I hope these questions help you reflect on the month. The goal is to look back, close things out with intention, and carry forward only what you truly need.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 332 of 2025-Its What You Do With It

 Hi Friends,

A small thought came to mind today. The words were simple but powerful: “It is what you do with it, Monita.” I was reflecting on a few things, letting my mind wander, and then that sentence rose to the surface with surprising clarity.

The more I sat with it, the more I realized how true it is for almost everything in life. Every experience we go through, every moment that lifts us up or challenges us, every relationship that grows or fades, and every choice we make, big or small. There is rarely a single right answer or one perfect path. Life is far more fluid than that. What really shapes us is how we choose to respond, how we interpret our experiences, and what meaning we decide to give them.

We often spend a lot of time wondering if we are doing things the correct way or if we are making the best decision. But when you think about it, the power has always been in how you decide to use what life hands you. You get to choose what you learn from a painful moment. You get to choose how deeply you appreciate a joyful one. You decide whether a difficult conversation becomes a wall or a bridge. You decide whether a challenge becomes a setback or a stepping stone.

This is what it truly means to be the Chief Self Officer of your own life. You guide yourself, you set the tone, you interpret the moments, and you lead with intention. Being your own CSO is not about perfection. It is about awareness. It is about reminding yourself that you are at the center of your choices, and you get to decide how your story moves forward.

So the next time something unexpected comes your way, pause and ask yourself what you want to do with it. Not what you should do or what you are supposed to do, but what aligns with who you are becoming. That small shift can change everything.

Because in the end, it really is what you do with it.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 331 of 2025- Day After Thanksgiving

 Hi Friends,

The day after Thanksgiving always feels a little quieter. The big meal is over, the rush has settled, and life starts easing back into its normal rhythm. But before everything speeds up again, take a moment to sit with what yesterday brought you.

Maybe it was laughter around a crowded table, or maybe it was something simpler, a peaceful moment, a warm conversation, or even the relief of getting through a tough day. Whatever it looked like, there was something in it worth noticing.

Today is a good day to reflect on the small things that often get overlooked: the people who check in, the routines that keep you grounded, the tiny victories that don’t always make the highlight reel. Gratitude isn’t meant to last just one day; it’s something we can carry with us, quietly, into the days that follow.

So as you move through today whether you’re resting, shopping, cleaning up, or just catching your breath hold onto one thing you’re thankful for. Let it soften your thoughts and guide your energy.

The holiday may be over, but the gratitude doesn’t have to be.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 330 of 2025- Thanksgiving

 Hi Friends,

Today is Thanksgiving, and I want to take a moment to simply give thanks. I’m not sure who is reading this or if anyone is but wherever you are and whatever you’re doing, thank you.

I see you. I may not know you personally, but I know you’re here, showing up for your life in whatever way you can. Thank you for trying, for caring, for growing, and for making it through the hard days as well as the good ones.

On a day centered around gratitude, I want to acknowledge you. Your presence matters, your effort matters, and you matter.

Thank you for being here.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 329 of 2025- The Day Before Thanksgiving

 Hi Friends,

The day before Thanksgiving can feel like a whirlwind. You might be rushing through last-minute shopping, prepping dishes, welcoming family, and juggling a dozen other tasks.

But in the middle of all that chaos, take a moment to pause. Notice the patterns around you, the people, the conversations, the thoughts that drift into your mind, and the things you truly want in your life. You might hear something that makes you reconsider how you’re living, or you might be drawn toward a person or conversation that sparks your curiosity.

Either way, use this moment to practice improving your relationships whether that means strengthening connections or setting healthy boundaries.

Enjoy this small break, breathe deeply, and let yourself be present.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 328 of 2025- The Tiny Moments

 Hi Friends,

Today was one of those nonstop days, emails, back-to-back meetings, and barely a moment to breathe. By the time the afternoon rolled around, I felt glued to my desk. But stepping outside for a short walk changed everything. It was simple, just a few quiet minutes with myself (and my furry little sidekick), but somehow it made the whole day feel lighter.

It reminded me that sometimes the smallest moments matter more than the busy hours that surround them. That short walk did more for my mind and mood than the entire morning of productivity.

As we wandered, my thoughts drifted back to the Christmas tree still waiting in its box at home, and how even before it’s set up the season is already beginning to shift the energy around me. Yesterday on my drive, I saw so many houses glowing with lights, Christmas trees already shining through windows. Everything feels like it’s slowly, gently transforming.

And maybe that’s the magic of this time of year. Not just the big celebrations ahead, but these little pauses the tiny breaths of joy, calm, and anticipation tucked into an ordinary Tuesday.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 327 of 2025- Monday's Reality With A Christmas Twist

 Hi Friends

Mondays always hit a little harder after a relaxing weekend, and today was no exception. The emails were waiting, the tasks piled up, and the rhythm of the workweek rushed right back in. But this Monday felt a little different, lighter somehow, because sitting quietly in the corner of my living room is my brand-new Christmas tree… still in its box, but full of promise.

Every time I walked past it this morning, I felt a tiny spark of excitement. It’s like a reminder that even though I’m back in work mode, there’s still a piece of this weekend’s joy carrying me through the day. The holiday season doesn’t just show up in big moments, it sneaks into the in-between ones, too.

So I’m tackling Monday with a mix of focus and festive energy. The to-do list is long, but knowing that little bit of Christmas magic is waiting for me at home makes it all feel more manageable. Reality may be back but so is the holiday spirit, and honestly, that makes the start of this week feel a whole lot brighter.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 326 of 2025- The Tree Is Finally Home

 Hi Friends,

After all the searching, comparing, debating, and “sleeping on it,” today was the day, I finally bought the Christmas tree. It’s funny how something as simple as picking out a tree can feel like a whole journey, but it really was. Yesterday’s excitement carried into the morning, and now the tree is officially home.

Except… it’s still in the box.

I told myself I’d wait a few more days before setting it up and give myself time, keep the living room clear a little longer, avoid the glitter explosion that always ends up everywhere. But now that the box is sitting in the corner, I can’t stop staring at it. It’s like it’s quietly calling out, hinting at the magic it’s ready to bring the moment I open it.

There’s something kind of special about this in-between moment. The anticipation. The calm before the sparkle. Knowing the cozy glow, the lights, and the ornaments are all just waiting for me inside that cardboard box.

For now, I’m just enjoying the quiet excitement of having it here, my future Christmas tree, patiently waiting to transform the room. And honestly? I’m already smiling every time I walk past it.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 325 of 2025- Letting Go Of Friday

 Hi Friends,

There’s something almost magical about waking up on a Saturday especially after a week that felt like it had no end. All the stress, the deadlines, the constant buzzing of notifications… suddenly it doesn’t feel as heavy. Today, I’m giving myself permission to let it all go. No work emails. No overthinking. Just breathing, slowing down, and actually enjoying the day.

And honestly? I’m excited. Because today is Christmas-tree-shopping day.

There’s this childhood thrill that never goes away the moment you step into the lot and breathe in that fresh pine scent. It’s like the real kickoff to the season. I get to choose my tree, decorate it exactly how I want, and bring a little glow and warmth into my home. It’s a reminder that even when life gets stressful, there are still these small, sparkling moments to look forward to.

So today isn’t about work. It’s about cozy sweaters, hot chocolate, twinkly lights, and finding the perfect Christmas tree. Stress can wait. Christmas magic can’t.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 324 of 2025- A Friday Thought

Hi Friends,

We made it to Friday and honestly, that feels like an accomplishment worth celebrating. This week had its mix of bright spots and stressful moments, but here we are, still standing, still trying, still moving forward.

Something I kept reminding myself today: not every week has to be extraordinary. Some weeks are about simply showing up, doing what we can, and letting that be enough. And it is enough.

So before we rush into the weekend, I want to offer you a small moment of recognition: you did a lot this week. Even the things no one saw. Even the things you’re too humble to count as “wins.” They matter.

As you head into the next couple of days, I hope you find a little breathing room a quiet walk, a cozy moment, a good laugh, or just the relief of closing your laptop without guilt.

Here’s to rest, reset, and the simple joy of making it through another week.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 323 of 2025- A Good Day

 Hi Friends,

I’m still feeling overwhelmed in my new role, and I’m reminding myself that it’s completely normal. It can take up to six months to feel fully settled, and I know I’ll need patience while I grow into everything this job requires.

But today, I paused and reminded myself of something important: this is a good day. Even with back-to-back meetings, stress, and the occasional difficult personality, today is still a good day. And tomorrow will be a good day, and the day after that too.

I wanted to send you this reminder as well: no matter what you’re navigating, give yourself grace. You’re learning, you’re growing, and you’re doing better than you think.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 322 of 2025- A Joyful Reminder

 Hi Friends,

I came across a quote today that really stopped me in my tracks:

“We’re so busy watching out for what’s just ahead of us that we don’t take the time to enjoy where we are.” — Bill Watterson

As we head into the holiday season, this feels especially true. It’s easy to get swept up in the planning, the schedules, the shopping, and the rush to get everything just right. But in doing all of that, we sometimes forget to pause and appreciate the moment we’re actually living in.

So here’s a small reminder for you and for me to slow down. Notice the people around you. Enjoy the conversations, the cozy moments, the small routines, and even the quiet pauses. This season isn’t just about what’s coming next. It’s about where we are right now.

Take a breath. Be present. Let yourself enjoy this moment.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 321 of 2025- I Can

 Hi Friends,

Today is a reminder that if you’re stressed out and work is really getting to you, just take a minute to pause, relax your shoulders, and repeat to yourself: I can.
I know it’s hard, but you can.

Sometimes the smallest reset can change the whole direction of your day. Breathe, unclench your jaw, and give yourself permission to slow down. You don’t have to have everything figured out right now. You just have to keep going, one moment at a time.

You’ve got this.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 320 of 2025- In Over 20 Months

 Hi Friends,

Today, I went into the office for the first time in over 20 months.

It felt so strange. After spending so long working from home, suddenly being back at a desk, dressed in real clothes, and surrounded by people again was completely outside my comfort zone.

On top of that, I was still tired from the weekend and feeling overwhelmed by the responsibilities of my new role. Sitting there, I could really feel it all hitting me at once. I missed the familiarity of my usual routine and the comfort of being in my own space.

I kept looking at the clock all day, imagining how good it would feel to finally be home. I reminded myself that sooner or later, the day would end and this experience would be over. After all, it was only one day. How hard could it really be? Maybe I was making a big deal out of something that was not as huge as it felt in my head.

And even though it was not easy, I got through the day. I am proud of that small step forward.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 319 of 2025- Permission To Leave

 Hi Friends,

Last night, I went to an event that I honestly did not feel like attending.

I said yes because it was an acquaintance’s milestone birthday party, and it felt important to show up. But to be real, I had a rough week. I have been feeling overwhelmed with my new role and just completely drained.

I did meet a couple of new people, which was nice, but there were so many people there overall that I quickly started to feel like I wanted to escape. I did not actually run away, but I stayed through dinner and then reached my limit. I just could not take it anymore, so I left.

I am sure everyone there was kind and having a great time. My heart just was not in it. But I showed up. I tried. And sometimes that alone is enough.

What I learned about myself is that it is okay to honor my limits. It is okay to choose rest over pushing through just to please others. Showing up matters, but so does knowing when to step away.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 318 of 2025- A Cool Saturday Morning

 Hi Friends,

Today, I did something a little different on a really cool Saturday morning.

I woke up and decided that instead of hitting the gym like usual, I was going to go outside for a walk. Normally, I only walk outside when it is 60 degrees Fahrenheit (about 16°C) or warmer, especially during the summer. But this morning, it was around 44°F (about 7°C). A bit too cold for me, honestly. I hate cold weather. Still, I decided to give it a try.

And you know what? I felt amazing afterward.

Yes, it was cold. But breathing in that crisp air helped clear my mind in a way I did not expect. I was tired, but I also felt refreshed, one of those feelings that is hard to fully describe.

I want to encourage you to try doing something a little different this weekend, even if you do not feel like it at first. You might end up getting so much more out of the experience than you expected. It does not have to be an hour long walk in the cold. Just something small that breaks your routine.

So, what could that look like for you?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 317 of 2025- An Exhale

 Hi Friends,

It’s finally Friday, and I can feel myself exhale a little deeper today. This whole week has been about action, learning, and adjusting especially starting my new role. I’ve been pushing, showing up, and doing my best to keep up with everything being thrown my way.

But Friday has a different kind of energy.

Today isn’t about sprinting to finish every task or trying to master everything at once. Today is about letting myself breathe. Slowing down just a bit. Allowing the tension of the week to loosen as the clock inches toward the weekend.

I’m realizing that rest isn’t the opposite of productivity it’s part of it. After a week of effort and growth, giving myself permission to pause is not only okay, it’s necessary.

So as this workday winds down, I’m choosing a little inaction. A moment to breathe. A moment to appreciate that I made it through the week  even the overwhelming parts.

Here’s to softer Fridays, gentler endings, and well earned weekends.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 316 of 2025- A Little Motivation

 Hi Friends,

As I started my new role this week, Marie von Ebner Eschenbach’s quote has been echoing in my head: “There is only one proof of ability- action.” With the year coming to an end and everything feeling a little overwhelming, those words feel more true than ever.

Stepping into something new means facing unfamiliar tasks, learning new systems, meeting new people, and being surrounded by things I don’t fully understand yet. It’s exciting, but it’s definitely a lot. There’s a part of me that wants to wait until I feel completely confident before jumping in, but that’s not how growth works.

Every question I ask, every challenge I take on, every moment I choose to try instead of holding back becomes proof of what I’m capable of. I’m realizing that ability isn’t shown by knowing everything on day one. It’s shown by showing up, taking action, and learning as I go.

As the year wraps up, this new beginning is reminding me that the only way to move forward is to start. Even when it feels big. Even when it feels new. And with each step I take in this role, I’m proving to myself that I can handle more than I think.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 315 of 2025- What Flow

 Hi Friends,

It’s only midweek, but it already feels like a full one. The new role is stretching me, new systems to learn, new routines to build, and so many spreadsheets and details to keep straight. I’m realizing that starting something new can be exciting and exhausting at the same time.

If I’m being honest, it’s still hard. I’m trying to absorb everything, but some moments feel like drinking from a firehose. It’s that awkward in-between where nothing feels natural yet, and every small task takes extra thought. But I know this stage doesn’t last forever. Every challenge, every question, every slightly uncomfortable moment is part of getting there.

So today, I’m reminding myself that it’s okay to not have it all figured out. Learning takes time and showing up, even when it’s hard, is progress.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 314 of 2025- Tuesday's Holiday

 Hi Friends,

It’s Tuesday, the day after I started my new role and it also happens to be a holiday. There’s something nice about having a built-in break right at the start of a new week and a new chapter. It’s giving me a moment to slow down, take it all in, and catch my breath before things pick back up again.

I’m grateful for the day off, but my mind can’t help wandering to tomorrow, the meetings, the names I’m still learning, and all the new things waiting for me. Change always feels big at first, but I’m reminding myself that growth doesn’t happen all at once. It happens one conversation, one small win, one brave step at a time.

So today, I’m letting myself rest, recharge, and just appreciate where I am in between what’s new and what’s next. Tomorrow will come soon enough.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 313 of 2025- The New Momentum

 Hi Friends,

It’s been a busy start to the new role, lots of meetings, new faces, and plenty to learn. Things are already starting to roll, and I definitely feel like I’m all over the place trying to keep up. But that’s okay. New beginnings are supposed to feel a little messy.

I’m doing my best to keep my nerves in check and remind myself that it’s all part of the process, the learning curve, the introductions, the small wins that start to build confidence. It’s a lot, but it’s also exciting.

Here’s to showing up, figuring it out as we go, and giving ourselves a little grace along the way.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 312 of 2025- Its Calm

 Hi Friends,

I’ve always loved Sundays. They feel like a gentle pause a chance to rest, reflect, and get ready for whatever’s next.

This weekend, I tried to stay present to rest, catch up on sleep, and let myself unwind with a few Christmas movies. It felt good to just be, without overthinking what Monday will bring. But now that the day is winding down, I can feel that gentle mix of excitement and nerves settling in. Tomorrow marks the start of something new, and while that’s a little scary, it’s also energizing.

I’m reminding myself that growth often begins in the moments that feel uncertain. That it’s okay not to have everything figured out. All I can do is show up with curiosity, kindness, and the confidence that I’m ready for whatever’s ahead.

So tonight, I’m closing out the weekend with gratitude for the people who’ve supported me, for the lessons I’ve learned, and for the chance to begin again. Here’s to walking into Monday with calm energy and an open heart.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 312 of 2025- Saturday's Thought

 Hi Friends,

This weekend, I’m going to try not to think about my new role on Monday, but to stay present and simply enjoy the weekend. I know I need to catch up on sleep, so that’s at the top of my list. I’m also planning to watch some Christmas movies (yes, I start early, though honestly, never early enough for me).

And as I cozy up and let my mind slow down, I just want to appreciate this pause, that quiet space between what was and what’s next. Sometimes the best way to prepare for change is to rest, breathe, and trust that everything will unfold the way it should.

Here’s to slowing down, staying present, and looking ahead with calm excitement.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 311 of 2025- Go Friday

 Hi Friends,

Happy Friday!

We’ve made it through the first Friday of the month, and the holidays are starting to feel closer than ever. Each Friday seems to carry a little more of that festive energy, doesn’t it?

This happens to be my last Friday in my current role. On Monday, I start something new, and I’m choosing to be excited about it. There’s no going back now, and it’s time to look ahead, to learn new things, and to meet new people. As much as starting over can be intimidating, I know it’s what’s best for me, and for anyone lucky enough to begin again.

Today, I’m grateful for the people I’ve met and everything I’ve learned in this chapter. Now, it’s time to turn the page.

What are you grateful for today?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 310 of 2025- Thursday's Thoughts

 Hi Friends,

It’s Thursday that point in the week where everything seems to tighten up. Deadlines are close, the weekend’s almost here, and expectations start to weigh a little heavier. Pressure shows up right when we’re running low on energy, testing how badly we want to finish what we started.

But pressure isn’t the signal to stop it’s the signal to focus. It’s what sharpens our effort, reminds us why we started, and pushes us to give just a little more before the week ends.

So today, lean into it. Don’t wish for less pressure use it as proof that you’re moving forward. Friday’s coming, and when it does, you’ll know you earned the break.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 309 of 2025- Pressure Is A Privilege

 Hi Friends,

As the tennis legend Billie Jean King often said, “Pressure is a privilege.” It’s a reminder that the moments that make our palms sweat are the same ones that show we’ve earned our place, in school, at work, or in life. Pressure means people are counting on us. It means we’ve been trusted with responsibility, opportunity, and potential.

As the year comes to an end, this quote feels especially powerful. We look back at deadlines, exams, performances, and challenges and realize that each bit of pressure helped us grow. Every stressful moment was proof that we were doing something that mattered.

So as we head into a new year, let’s not run from pressure. Let’s embrace it, knowing it’s a sign that we’re pushing our limits and reaching for something greater. After all, pressure is a privilege and it means you’re right where you’re supposed to be.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 308 of 2025- Morning!

 Hi Friends,

How was your morning? Did you jump out of bed ready to take on the day, or did you hit snooze a few too many times?

Mine started off slow the kind of morning where everything feels just a little bit behind schedule. The coffee brewed slowly, the sunlight felt softer than usual, and my motivation took its time showing up. But once I got moving, things started to flow. I crossed off a few tasks, organized my space, and found that quiet rhythm that makes the day feel productive without the pressure.

Sometimes, a slow start doesn’t mean an unproductive one. It just means giving yourself space to ease into things and realizing that progress still counts, no matter the pace.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 307 of 2025-New Monday

 Hi Friends,

Happy Monday! A new week! Let's make it count.

"How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives." — Annie Dillard

Monday mornings are for setting intentions. So what do you want to get done this week? Not everything just the things that matter. The things that will make you feel good when Friday rolls around.

Pick your priorities. Make your plan. And then show up for them.

Here's the thing: the holidays will be here before we know it. Thanksgiving is around the corner, then December, then the new year. Time moves fast. So let's not waste this week. Let's use it. Let's get things done.

Not in a stressful, overwhelmed way. In an intentional, focused way. You know what needs your attention. Give it your attention. You know what you've been putting off. Maybe this is the week you finally do it.

Seven days. That's all we've got. Let's make them matter.

Have a great week, friend. Show up. Get it done. You've got this.

Let's go.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 306 of 2025- Second Day of November

 Hi Friends,

Here's what I'm going to do this November: I'm going to keep showing up to remind you what today's job is and why it matters. Because staying motivated isn't about one perfect day it's about showing up again and again, even when the excitement fades.

So let's talk about today.

Yesterday was all sparkle and possibility that fresh November 1st energy. But today? Today is different. Today is quieter. And honestly? Today is where it counts.

"You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great." — Zig Ziglar

Here's the truth about day two: this is where most people quit. Day one gets all the glory, but you're still here. You showed up again.

This is how change actually happens. Not in the excitement of beginning or the perfect plans or fresh intentions. It happens here, in the ordinary middle, when you choose to keep going even though nobody's watching.

Day two doesn't ask for perfection. It just asks: will you try again?

So here's today's only job: Pick one small thing from yesterday's intentions and do it again. Move your body for five minutes. Write three sentences. Text one friend. Name one thing you're grateful for. That's it. One small act of keeping your word to yourself.

And here's why it matters: Every time you show up, even imperfectly, even when it's hard, you're building something precious. You're building trust with yourself. You're proving that you're someone who follows through. Not someday. Today. Consistency isn't about being perfect. It's about being present, about choosing yourself again.

You know what November 2nd teaches us? That we don't need motivation to keep going. We just need commitment. We just need to remember why we started and choose it again.

Twenty-nine days left in November. You don't need to think about all of them. Just this one.

You've got this.

Keep going.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 305 of 2025- A New Month

 Hi Friends,

Welcome to November, friend. The eleventh month. A new beginning. A blank page waiting for your story.

There's something almost magical about the first day of a new month, isn't there? It's like the universe is handing us a reset button, a chance to shed what didn't serve us and step into what could be. And November with its falling leaves and cooling air carries a special kind of energy. It whispers of gratitude, of slowing down, of gathering warmth before the year comes to a close.

"Why can't I try on different lives, like dresses, to see which fits best and is most becoming?" — Sylvia Plath

These words capture something powerful about where we are right now. With two months left in the year, November is the perfect time to experiment, to try things on, to see what feels right. October's words, October's struggles, October's victories they belong to October. Today, you get to explore. To test. To discover what fits.

So what do you want to try on this month?

Maybe November is your month to experiment with gratitude really leaning into thankfulness as we approach Thanksgiving. Maybe it's about testing out a new routine, a different approach to your goals, a fresh way of thinking about what finishing strong actually means for you. Or perhaps it's about trying on the life of someone who rests more, who says no more often, who prioritizes joy over productivity.

Here's the beautiful truth: with only two months left in 2025, November is your dress rehearsal for the person you want to be.

Think about it. You have sixty days to play, to explore, to see what feels authentic. Want to try being more creative? Give yourself November to experiment. Curious about what it would feel like to be more connected to the people you love? Try it on. Wondering if you could be someone who takes better care of themselves? This is your chance.

The end of the year doesn't have to be about grinding harder or forcing yourself into some predetermined mold of "success." What if instead, it's about discovery? About giving yourself permission to try different versions of your life and seeing which one makes you feel most alive, most like yourself?

New beginnings don't require grand gestures or perfect plans. They just require willingness. A willingness to try. Here are some "lives" you might try on this November:

• The life of someone who moves their body joyfully, not punishingly
• The life of someone who creates something just for the pleasure of creating
• The life of someone who reaches out to old friends instead of scrolling
• The life of someone who ends their day with gratitude instead of worry
• The life of someone who tries that thing they've been curious about

The beauty is, you don't have to commit forever. You're just trying it on. Seeing how it feels. Noticing what fits and what doesn't. Some things you'll love and keep. Others you'll set aside, and that's perfectly okay. The point isn't to get it right—it's to explore, to discover, to learn what makes you feel most like the person you're becoming.

The beauty of November 1st is that it meets you wherever you are. Tired? That's okay begin from there. Energized? Beautiful channel that. Uncertain? Perfect there's power in not knowing, in being open to what unfolds.

This month, I encourage you to be curious and brave. Try on different ways of being. Experiment with what "finishing the year strong" means to you because strong doesn't have to mean hustle. It can mean whole. It can mean honest. It can mean aligned with who you truly are.

Remember: Sylvia Plath was right. You can try on different lives. November is your fitting room, and the final two months of 2025 are your chance to walk out wearing whatever feels most becoming, most authentic, most you.

Remember: every ending holds a new beginning, and every beginning is a gift. You're holding that gift right now, on this first day of November. Thirty days stretch out before you, full of potential, full of possibility.

The final two months of 2025 are here. Let's make them count not by doing everything, but by doing what matters. Not by being perfect, but by being present.

Here's to new beginnings, to fresh starts, to the courage it takes to keep showing up for yourself.

Have a beautiful November filled with intention, grace, and maybe just a little bit of magic.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 304 of 2025- Last Day Of October

 Hi Friends,

Here we are the last day of October. Can you believe it? Ten months of 2025 are officially done and dusted, checked off the calendar. We're standing at the threshold of the final two months of the year, and before we rush headlong into the holiday season and year-end chaos, I want us to pause. Just breathe. And reflect.

October has been quite a month, hasn't it? Whether it flew by in a blur or crawled along with its challenges, it deserves our attention. Each month is a chapter in our story, and this one, like all the others has shaped us in ways we might not even realize yet.

So let's take some time to really sit with these questions:

What went well for you this month? Maybe you finally finished that project you'd been putting off, or perhaps you had a meaningful conversation with someone you love. Maybe it was something small a perfect cup of coffee on a crisp morning, or a moment when you felt truly present. Celebrate those wins, no matter how tiny they seem.

What did you overcome? Think about the obstacles you faced. Did you push through a difficult work deadline? Navigate a tricky relationship situation? Face a fear, even just a little bit? Acknowledging what you've conquered reminds you of your own resilience.

What did you learn about yourself? October might have revealed something new a boundary you need to set, a passion you want to explore, or a pattern you're ready to break. Self-discovery doesn't always come with fanfare; sometimes it's a quiet realization that changes everything.

What was difficult for you? It's okay to name the hard stuff. Maybe you struggled with stress, loneliness, uncertainty, or exhaustion. Acknowledging difficulty isn't dwelling on the negative it's honoring your experience and giving yourself permission to feel what you felt.

How did you take time for yourself this month? Did you carve out moments of rest? Read a book, take a walk, say no to something that would have drained you? Or maybe you're realizing you didn't and that's valuable information too. Self-care isn't selfish; it's essential.

As you sit with these reflections, take a moment to be grateful not just for October, but for all ten months that have brought you to this point. You've navigated challenges, celebrated victories, learned lessons, and kept moving forward even when it was hard. You've grown in ways you might not even see yet, but trust me, it's there. You've come a long way, and you should be proud of yourself.

Now, let's shift our gaze forward. Two months remain two months to finish strong, to set intentions, to create the ending to 2025 that feels right for you. Not perfect, just purposeful.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 303 of 2025- Thankful Thursday

 Hi Friends,

Since you made it over the hump, Thursday can be about reflecting on things you're grateful for from the week so far. It's close enough to the weekend to have that "almost there" energy, but still gives you a chance to appreciate the good stuff before the week wraps up.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 302 of 2025- Its Hump Day

 Hi Friends,

It's Wednesday. The week's halfway point. The day we've collectively decided to celebrate the fact that we've simply made it through two other days and have two more to go before we can pretend we're not thinking about work for 48 hours.

There's something oddly motivating about Wednesday, though. It's the psychological turning point where the week shifts from "this is going to be a long week" to "I can see the finish line." Monday hits you like a freight train. Tuesday is just Monday's annoying little sibling. But Wednesday? Wednesday is when you finally find your rhythm. You're caffeinated enough to be functional but not yet running on spite and cold brew alone.

The truth is, Hump Day exists because we need these arbitrary milestones to break up the monotony of modern work life. We've gamified the calendar, turning Wednesday into a mini-celebration of survival. And honestly? That's fine. If acknowledging that we're halfway through helps us push through the rest of the week with slightly less existential dread, then let's hear it for Wednesday.

So here we are. Midweek. You've made it this far, which means you can make it two more days. The weekend is coming, your inbox will still be there tomorrow, and Wednesday is doing exactly what it's supposed to do reminding you that progress, even slow progress, still counts.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 301 of 2025- A Bit Excited

 Hi Friends,

Yesterday I was thinking about how there are only 65 days left in the year and today, that number feels completely different. Instead of pressure, I’m feeling excitement. Because 65 days doesn’t just mean the year is winding down… it also means the best parts are coming up.

The cozy months. The lights. The get-togethers. The food that tastes better because it’s shared. The quiet mornings that feel slower. The reflection that comes more naturally when everything outside starts to pause, too.

There’s something about this stretch of the year that shifts the mood. It’s not about sprinting to the finish line it’s about leaning into warmth, laughter, and celebration. About remembering that joy isn’t something we have to earn; it’s something we can let in, right now.

So yes, there are 65 days left but that also means 65 chances to make a memory, to reconnect, to rest, to have fun.

Because if the year’s going to fly by, we might as well fill the days with the people and moments that make it worth remembering.

What are you most looking forward to in these final 65 days the pause, the people, or the celebration?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 300 of 2025- 65 Days

 Hi Friends,

Today marks day 300 of 365 which means there are just 65 days left in the year. Every time I say that number out loud, I feel a mix of awe and urgency. How did we get here so fast?

If I’m honest, I’m feeling a bit nervous. There’s still so much I want to do projects to complete, habits to strengthen, time I want to spend with people who matter. It’s easy to look at the calendar and feel like there’s not enough time. But then I remind myself: 65 days is still plenty of time to create meaning, to follow through, and to end the year feeling proud of how I showed up.

These last two months are a chance to be intentional, not just about finishing strong, but about finishing well. About moving with purpose instead of panic. About resting when needed, and being fully present for the moments that will soon become memories.

So here are a few questions I’m holding:

• What do I want the final 65 days to feel like?

• What would make me proud to say I did this year?

• What joy, connection, or rest do I want to make room for?

The clock is moving, yes but there’s still time to make it count.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 299 of 2025-Recharged

 Hi Friends,

Woke up today feeling tired and sluggish one of those mornings where I almost talked myself out of going to the gym. But an hour later, everything felt different. My body woke up, my mind cleared, and my whole energy shifted.

It’s wild how showing up, even when you don’t feel like it, can change the tone of your day. Sometimes momentum creates motivation not the other way around.

What’s one small thing that reliably shifts your energy when you’re running on empty?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 298 of 2025- Feeling Recharged

 Hi Friends,

I spent time today with old friends and a few new ones and left feeling completely recharged. There’s something about being around people who see you, who make you laugh, who remind you that connection isn’t complicated. It’s just real.

It struck me how energizing good company can be. You don’t have to perform, prove, or polish anything. You can just be and somehow that’s enough.

Maybe that’s what we all need more of: spaces and people that lift us up without asking us to be anyone but ourselves.

Who in your life leaves you feeling lighter after you’ve spent time together?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 297 of 2025- Work Of Art

 Hi Friends,

I keep thinking about the phrase “work of art” from Camus’s quote that I shared yesterday. As I transition into a new role, learning new responsibilities and meeting new people, I find myself wondering how can I view this as a work of art? I want my work to shine, to make an impact, and for this transition to unfold smoothly. But maybe that’s exactly what makes it art, the process, not the perfection.

Starting over, in any role or at any stage, is truly a creative act. It takes patience, courage, and a willingness to embrace the unknown. Every mistake, every small win, every moment of doubt, they’re all brushstrokes on the canvas of becoming.

So here’s to the art of starting again to learning, evolving, and finding beauty in the unfinished.

How can you see your own season of change as a work of art in progress?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 296 of 2025- Thursday Transition Motivation

 Hi Friends,

Albert Camus once said, "It takes time to live. Like any work of art, life needs to be thought about." I love this reminder that living isn't something to rush through. We spend so much energy chasing goals, ticking boxes, and trying to "get somewhere," that we forget life itself is the art we're creating.

Yesterday, I shared about stepping into my new role, the nerves, the excitement, the swirl of emotions that come with any big transition. And today, Camus's words feel like the perfect companion to that vulnerability. Because here's what I know from experience: transitions are messy. They're uncertain. And they take time.

Life needs pauses, reflection, and intention. You can't rush and expect beauty. The same is true for career shifts, new responsibilities, and personal growth. I can't expect to have all the answers on day one and that's okay. As a CSO, I've learned that confidence isn't about knowing everything; it's about trusting the process and giving yourself permission to evolve.

So if you're in transition too starting something new, navigating uncertainty, or simply trying to figure out your next move, remember this: you're not behind. You're exactly where you need to be. Living well means slowing down enough to notice your own story unfolding, to think, feel, and truly be present, even when it's uncomfortable.

Take a moment today to breathe, to think, and to appreciate the masterpiece you're quietly building. Life isn't a sprint to the end, it's a work of art in progress. And sometimes, the most beautiful parts are the ones we didn't plan.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 295 of 2025- Navigating The Transition

 Hi Friends,

Yesterday, I wrote about how I’ve been feeling with the change in my job, and as the days get closer to my actual move, I can already sense more emotions surfacing. It’s completely natural to feel a mix of excitement, anxiety, and uncertainty before starting something new and I want to normalize that.

I know it will be okay. Once I settle into the role, I’ll find my rhythm, learn the ins and outs, and create systems that make my work flow more smoothly. One thing I’ve learned as a leader and CSO is that you can trust yourself to manage, adapt, and grow through change.

As I transition, I’m also allowing myself to dream about new possibilities and take some time to do what truly brings me joy.

Here’s to embracing change, trusting the process, and giving ourselves grace along the way.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 294 of 2025-Work Transition

 Hi Friends,

So today I accepted another job transfer with my company, since the project I’m on is ending next month. I’m grateful and tired at the same time. Grateful for the job, tired of starting again.

The next couple of weeks will be transition mode. I’ll need to transfer my current responsibilities to someone else and then learn my new role when I start in mid-November.

So many feelings are coming up for me sadness, tiredness, fear, gratitude. I know I’ll be okay, and it will all work out. Here are my steps when I’m feeling it all:

One – Deep breaths.
Two – Deeper breaths.
Three – Notice what comes up and don’t fight it.
Four – Journal your thoughts and feelings.
Five – Take it one step and one day at a time. Lay out your plan.
Six – It will all be okay.

What about you? What are you dealing with these days?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 293 of 2025- Time Off Monday

 Hi Friends,

Oh Monday, it’s here — and I took the day off. 😊
I’ve built up quite a bit of vacation time, and instead of saving it for some “perfect” occasion, I decided to start using it. And honestly, it feels really good.

It’s amazing how easy it is to keep pushing through the weeks, thinking we’ll rest later after the project is done, after things calm down, after life gets a little easier. But that moment rarely comes on its own. You have to create it.

So today, I chose to slow down. No rushing, no meetings, no pressure, just a quiet day to breathe, reflect, and reset.

If you haven’t checked your vacation balance lately, do it. See how much time you’ve earned and actually use it. You deserve a pause. Take a day here and there, and remind yourself that rest isn’t a reward it’s part of a healthy rhythm.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 292 of 2025- Hello, Stranger

 Hi Friends,

Yesterday, I wrote about meeting new people, and I’m happy to share that I introduced myself to two new people today. It was nice getting to know a little about them.

While we didn’t exchange phone numbers or discover much in common just yet, it still felt like a meaningful step simply having that first conversation. As with most first interactions, you can’t truly get to know someone right away, so I’m hoping to see them again and continue building those connections.

Did you meet anyone new recently? How did it go?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 291 of 2025- New People

 Hi Friends,

You know what’s great about this Saturday? I’m really looking forward to meeting some new people. I’ve been invited to an event, and while I already know a couple of attendees, I’m excited to connect with others as well.

As we move into the final weeks of the year, my goal is to meet more people and build new connections. Why, you might ask? Because I’ve made the decision to let go of a few old friends who simply haven’t been there for me.

So, as we head into the last couple of months of the year, think about letting go of people you’ve outgrown and make space for new relationships. Stay open. Keep meeting new people.

What are your thoughts on this?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 290 of 2025- I Am Proud Of You

 Hi Friends,

You know what? I’m really proud of you.

I may not know you personally, but I do know that everyone deserves a little encouragement and a reminder that every single thing you do matters. So today, I just want to say I’m proud of you. And I hope you’re proud of yourself, too.

We often tell our kids, family, and friends how proud we are of them, but how often do we say it to ourselves? Take a moment to appreciate how far you’ve come and everything you’ve overcome. It may not have been easy, but you did it and that’s something to be proud of.

I hope you’ve had a great week. Enjoy your weekend, and until tomorrow, look in the mirror and remind yourself:
“I am proud of you.”
And when you do, notice how your reflection seems a little softer, like it finally hears what your heart has been waiting to say.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 289 of 2025- The Moments That Are Not Ordinary

 Hi Friends,

It’s mid-October, and the year is quietly unfolding toward its close.

Lately I keep returning to this line from Diane Keaton:

“Memories are simply moments that refuse to be ordinary.”

Maybe the real magic of a year isn’t in milestones or big changes, but in how deeply we notice what’s already here — sunlight on your face, the sound of rain, a conversation that lingers.

With a little more than two months left, I want to pay attention to what would otherwise slip by. To make space for small joys that last longer than the moment itself.

Today’s reminder: don’t chase extraordinary.
Let the ordinary moments refuse to be forgotten.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 288 of 2025- Mid Month Reflection

 Hi Friends,

It’s mid-October, a good time for a mid-month reflection.
There are about two and a half months left in the year. Somehow, that feels both like a lot of time and not much at all.

Maybe you started the year with intentions that got lost in the noise.
Maybe some dreams took shape while others faded quietly into the background.
Either way, this moment right here the middle of the month, the edge of a season is an invitation to pause and realign.

You don’t need a massive reset or a detailed plan.
Just one small, intentional action to point yourself back toward what matters.
Small steps, done consistently, carry more power than big ideas that never move past “someday.”

As you reflect, ask yourself:

• What’s one thing I’d still love to make progress on before the year ends?

• What tiny step could I take toward it today something so small it’s impossible to fail?

• What’s one thing I can release or stop doing, to make space for what really matters?

• How do I want to feel when December 31st arrives proud, peaceful, present?

You don’t have to finish the year perfectly.
You just have to finish it intentionally.

So start small. Start now.
Send the message. Take the walk. Write the paragraph. Make the call.

Mid-October is as good a time as any to begin again.
Because two and a half months is plenty of time for something meaningful to shift 
if you start where you are, with what you have, today.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 287 of 2025- One Good Thing

 Hi Friends,

I’ve noticed every day brings a mix, some light, some heavy, some in-between.
But even on the hardest days, there’s always at least one good thing waiting to be noticed.

Maybe it’s the sun on your face during a short break.
Or the sound of rain against the window.
Maybe it’s a laugh you didn’t expect, or simply a moment of quiet that found you.

It doesn’t have to be big to matter.
Noticing one good thing won’t change everything but it changes something: your focus, your breath, your mood.

So before today ends, look for it.
The sun, the rain, the laugh, the calm.
One good thing that’s enough for today.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 286 of 2025- A New Monday

 Hi Friends,

Yesterday we reflected on Maya Angelou's wisdom about change and attitude. Today, it's time to put it into practice.

As Monday begins, you're likely facing situations that fall into one of two categories: things you can change and things you cannot. The week ahead will be shaped by how you respond to each.

For what you can change: Stop waiting for the perfect moment. Pick one thing, just one that's been bothering you and take the smallest possible action today. Update that resume. Send that text. Take that first step. Action creates momentum, and momentum creates transformation.

For what you cannot change: Notice where you're fighting reality. That colleague's behavior you can't control. The weather disrupting your plans. The past decision you can't undo. What if you stopped resisting and started adapting instead? Your peace doesn't require perfect circumstances it requires releasing the grip on what was never yours to control.

This week's practice: Keep it simple. Each morning, identify one thing to change and one thing to accept. By Friday, you'll have taken five actions and released five resistances. That's not a small shift, that's a different way of moving through the world.

The difference between a draining week and an empowering one often comes down to this: recognizing where your power actually lies.

You've got this. Make it a week of intentional choices.

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 285 of 2025- Happy Sunday

 Hi Friends,

"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude." — Maya Angelou

As we pause this Sunday, Maya Angelou's wisdom offers a powerful framework for the week ahead.

The first part is a call to action: If you don't like something, change it. How often do we tolerate situations that drain us while possessing the power to act? That unfulfilling job, that toxic relationship, that limiting habit, we have more agency than we realize. The discomfort we feel is often our inner compass pointing toward necessary growth.

But Angelou doesn't stop there. She acknowledges that not everything can be changed. We can't control other people, rewrite our past, or dictate a thousand variables that shape our lives.

This is where the second half becomes transformative: If you can't change it, change your attitude. This isn't toxic positivity—it's reclaiming power in the face of the unchangeable. While we may not control every situation, we always control our response.

The challenge is discernment. When faced with difficulty this week, pause and ask: Can I change this circumstance? If yes, take one step today. If not, what perspective shift would bring peace?

Sometimes you'll take action. Sometimes you'll release resistance. Both are forms of empowerment.

You're never powerless. When you can act, act. When you cannot, adapt. That's not resignation, it's resilience. 

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita

Day 284 of 2025- Energetic Saturday

 Hi Friends,

So I woke up today with energy.

Like, actual energy. The kind where you're not dragging yourself through tasks but actually want to do them.

It's Saturday, I've got a million things on the list, and for once I'm not trying to convince myself that lying on the couch counts as self-care.

Why does this feel illegal? Like I should be rationing this energy for Monday or saving it for something important?

But here's the thing, maybe this IS the important stuff. The errands that have been piling up. The projects I keep saying I'll get to. The life admin that doesn't happen during the week because I'm too busy.

It's gonna be a late night. I know this. Tomorrow-me might have opinions about today-me choices.

But right now? The energy is here. The day is open. And honestly, there's something kind of fun about a packed Saturday when you're actually INTO it instead of forcing it.

Anyway, today I'm riding this wave while it lasts.

Will I regret it at 11:45pm? Probably. But at least I'll regret it with a clean kitchen and crossed-off to-do list.

Let's see how long this lasts. ⚡✨

What's on your Saturday agenda that you're actually excited about?

Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!

Peace

Monita