Author Archives: Faith Yee

Life is sweet

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Virtues abound in our world.  Virtues are the positive qualities of people and the things around us.  We might not notice or appreciate them since we have become so accustomed to their presence in our environment.  Our minds may be focused elsewhere, consumed by news from family and friends or media sources.  Quite possibly, we are immersed in thought over events that happened yesterday or considering what might happen tomorrow.   Whenever our awareness is not in the present moment, we are not fully engaged and appreciating the virtues of our surroundings.

It is ironic that our sense of appreciation diminishes with increased abundance.  Whether it involves material possessions, conveniences of life, activities or time spent with others, we can easily lose sight of the inherent virtues around us.  Stop for a moment and consider the things you value in your life.  What would your life be like without them?  How would you feel if they were not available to you?  What changes would you have to make to compensate for their absence?  Once you realize what is really important to you, you will begin to embrace what I call ‘cup half full’ thinking.  It is from this perspective where true appreciation lives.

In contrast, ‘cup half empty’ embraces a scarcity mentality with a focus on what you do not have.  Cup half empty comes from a negative mindset while cup half full embraces a positive one.  It is a simple concept that is a great visual tool to carry with you.  Is your cup half empty or half full?  How can you maintain a positive mindset?

We can build appreciation by slowing down our pace in life and practicing discernment with negative influences from our world.  Stop in the midst of what you are doing and really take notice of the virtues in your surroundings.  Take a moment to express gratitude for them.This is easy to practice while out in nature.  Pause during your walk outdoors to enjoy the beauty around you.  The longer you remain in one place, the more you will notice subtle details.  Maybe it is the coloring of the sky, the sound of a bird or the scent of a flower.  Maybe it is the sight of dewdrops glistening in the sun, lush green foliage or squirrels scampering between trees.  All is well in these beautiful moments as you sink deeply into a place of gratitude and smile to yourself.  Life is good when your glass is half full and then some, brimming over with the sweet savory nectar of life.

The dawn of our journey together

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With a deep sense of peace and gratitude, I embark on Wise Sister’s blog envisioning spirited growth from an energy all of it’s own.  My hope is that my writing will become something like a warm and trusted friend in your life that soothes you, brings insight and validates your experiences while inspiring you to move forward.  Thank you for joining me and I encourage you to submit your comments at any time.  My goal is to create a wholesome synergy that benefits untold numbers as the blog matures.  I hope that every time you visit this site, you acquire something of value to enhance your day and share with others.

We are  unique beings with our own views, beliefs and experiences.  Our commonalities come from our humanness and the need to nourish our bodies and souls in order to survive and flourish.  Finding meaning and purpose becomes increasingly important as we age and try to make sense of our lives while carving out our own special place in the world.  Once we realize our own distinct rhythm in life, our hearts can truly sing as we take on a special glow like that of a rising sun, revealing our own true colours in all their intensity.

As I look back on my life, I see rays of light amidst times of darkness.  The premature loss of loved ones left dark imprints as I grew through childhood without a mother, adolescence without a father, and parenthood without a husband.  In spite of these significant losses, blessings prevailed with meaningful friendships, the birth of my sons, post-secondary success, rewarding work and opportunities to travel abroad.  My life has taught me to take nothing for granted, to hold the bigger picture at all times and appreciate even the simplest of things in life.  Sharing love and laughter are the real gifts of life that we all cherish.  I am blessed to have family and good friends of all ages to share my journey and along with my ancestors, they breathe life and wisdom into these pages.

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be”  – Lao Tzu

The most beautiful memories in life often come from being fully present and open to the virtues of our surroundings.  I am in awe of the abundance of goodness our world has to offer and ask:  “What brings you joy in your life?”  “How can you create more space for what you cherish today?”

Many blessings to you as we journey forward together.