Ep. 31: Shortcuts to Serenity

The shortcut to serenity is to pause often. Imagine how much kinder the world would be if we all paused before we spoke, posted or reacted.

Sheltering in place, wearing masks and the uncertainty of the pandemic has people panicking, at least on the inside. When we each take time to pause, it works better than a mask to protect us from spreading fear and resentments.

When you W.A.I.T., you can ask yourself, Why Am I Talking? Or Why Am I Texting? Sometimes waiting is the best option until our better angels can get in control of our words and actions.

TIPS:

  • Apply the 4 Absolutes: Honesty, Purity, Unselfishness and Love. Pause to ask: Is this right or wrong? Ugly or beautiful? True or false? How will it impact the other person?

  • Stay silent for just one minute. A minute is like a moment with handles. It helps you regroup.

  • Listen to your favorite song and pay attention to the pauses between the notes. That’s what prevents the music from just being noise.

  • Create a refuge in your home to pause and be filled with peace.

Regina Brett