Hi, I'm Nevil, official spokesowl for AWAKE. My job is to help you awaken life's joyful potential, one delicious bite of chocolate at a time.
We believe in living in the moment. Life comes with an array of emotions. I believe that joy is found in some of our simplest moments. Here are some things I do, that help me find joy every day!
- Practice Gratitude: I tend to look at most things as "glass half full" rather than "glass half empty". I like to think about all the things I have, rather than what I don't. And most of these things are simple joys: like time with friends, a warm cup of tea, finding time to read a book or enjoying the sunset.
- Listen & Connect: Being present is very important to me. It allows me to really listen and connect with relationships that mean the most to me. Human (or owl) connection is an essential part of finding joy.
- Be Mindful: Harboring on what could have been or what will be can be a scary place. Instead, try to be mindful of the here and now. It allows you to focus, remain present and keep your cool. There are so many distractions in today's world. Start by savoring a meal or taking a few deep breathes before you're about to go from one task to the next.
- Embrace Imperfection: As the saying goes... no one is perfect. It's important to remember that life is about the journey, not the destination and no matter how hard we try, it will not ALWAYS go to plan. Focus on controlling only what you can.
- Cultivate Positivity: Positive affirmations, reframing negative thoughts, and surrounding yourself with positive influences can help shift your perspective toward one that’s more joyful. Just make sure to pass it on.