This week’s inspiration comes from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, reminding us that stagnation is the enemy of growth. Whether it’s a new habit, a fresh perspective, or a complete reset, let’s keep the gears turning and the spirit light.

 "We must always change, renew, rejuvenate ourselves, otherwise we harden."

Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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Your Weekly Care Package for your for Contemplation and Exploration

2 Contemplative Questions:

Where in your life do you feel yourself "hardening" into fixed patterns?
What's one small way you could introduce novelty or learning into your daily routine?

Explore:

Video: TEDx Talk "After Watching This, Your Brain Will Not Be The Same" by Lara Boyd

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNHBMFCzznE

Article: Carol Dweck on Growth Mindset

https://teachingcommons.stanford.edu/teaching-guides/foundations-course-design/learning-activities/growth-mindset-and-enhanced-learning

And in honor of President's Day, we have this quote by Theodore Roosevelt...

"The only time you really live fully is from thirty to sixty. The young are slaves to dreams; the old servants of regrets. Only the middle-aged have all their five senses in the keeping of their wits."

Both men feel  that true living requires a relentless, active commitment to growth and effort!   

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Wishing you a most beautiful day wherever this may find you!