Tuesday Treasures: What do you treasure?

Bad things do happen; how I respond to them defines my character and the quality of my life. I can choose to sit in perpetual sadness, immobilized by the gravity of my loss, or I can choose to rise from the pain and treasure the most precious gift I have – life itself. -Walter Anderson

Typically, I share a few snippets of information and inspiration (little treasures) with you; however, this week, it’s time to turn the tables and begin to think about treasures on a more personal level. And that includes me!

This is an invitation for you to intentionally explore the positive aspects of your life.

::  treasure ::
A compendium of words associated with “treasure” (found through various resources – dictionary, thesaurus, online exploration).

:: a personal treasure hunt ::

“As humans we look at things and think about what we’ve looked at. We treasure it in a kind of private art gallery.” -Thom Gunn

–> What does “treasure” mean to you?

“Happiness is your own treasure because it lies within you.” -Prem Rawat

–> What do you treasure?

Take Action: This week, focus on the good – filter the negative. Create a list of what you treasure in your life (the little things and/or the big things). Really practice attending to what’s most important to you.

It’s a personal treasure hunt – and you are creating your own map!

I’ll be playing along as well and would love to share thoughts in the comments below.

Let the hunt begin!

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3. Tuesday Treasures: C’est La Vie
4. Tuesday Treasures: One Stitch at a Time
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4 Responses to “Tuesday Treasures: What do you treasure?”

1. winnie says:

   02.16.2010 at 5:55 pm

   This is wonderful and much needed in my life right now. I will keep looking for you definietly. thanks my new friend.

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   • Carolyn
     Twitter: carolynr
     says:

     02.17.2010 at 12:48 am

     I’m so happy that you find this activity is useful. I also need it in my life right now :). Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment!

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2. Ben
   Twitter: benspoont
   says:

   02.16.2010 at 5:55 pm

   Treasure to me means finding something that feels good in your heart. Brings you join

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3. Carolyn
   Twitter: carolynr
   says:

   02.17.2010 at 12:55 am

   A few things I’m treasuring (from Tue 2.16) — I told you I was playing along!

   - light bulb moments – “aha”
   - the anticipation of a yoga class
   - respect
   - hand-written thank-you notes
   - running in the snow
   - people who “walk the talk”
   - sharing my journey with others (the real, very authentic journey)
   - community (online and offline)
   - questions
   - the journey
   - words
   - @tweets and non-spam DM
   - blog comments
   …. more to come ….

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