Friday, December 27, 2013

Carpe Diem: Seize The Moment, Seize The Day!



Sometimes we never take time to seize the moments that are precious in life, instead we find ourselves rushing through life from one moment to the next moment. Every moment becomes a speck in our mind leaving empty voids of us rushing through life. 

We begin to rush our life where living in a microwave generation is the norm. No one has patience to take the time to breathe and look into the sky to see the clouds depart as if heaven was reaching out to them. Every sunset and sunrise becomes a blur that seeps into the back of our minds. 

Every day should be cherished and seized with living in the moment. I realize life can be consuming if we allow it to consume us, however we have to be willing to step away from the outside world long enough to silence ourselves.  I believe silence is the most profound thing we can cherish to recollect our thoughts. 

When you begin to seize the day you allow yourself to get caught up in the journey not the destination. Life is made up of many journeys with many lessons, nevertheless we have to be able to step away from the chaos long enough to embrace seizing the day.

According to Webster’s Dictionary carpe diem is best define as the enjoyment of the pleasures without concern for the future. So often, we become stressed with life that we never indulge in the simplicity life offers. 
Enjoying the simple things such as birds chirping in the early am, watching the stars at night or looking at the brightness of the sun have lessons and pleasures attached to them. If we become prone to seizing the moments we will be happier and less stress.
Stress is gained when we are filled with the worries of the past. Carpe diem is much more than a common expression but it is the way to live life. I challenge you to take time to slow your pace, embrace nature and meditate in the stillness. Life is sweeter when we throw off the blues to allow joy to radiate our souls. 
Life is waiting for you patiently to seize the day with pleasure! 

Carpe Diem: Seize The Moment, Seize The Day!



Sometimes we never take time to seize the moments that are precious in life, instead we find ourselves rushing through life from one moment to the next moment. Every moment becomes a speck in our mind leaving empty voids of us rushing through life. 

We begin to rush our life where living in a microwave generation is the norm. No one has patience to take the time to breathe and look into the sky to see the clouds depart as if heaven was reaching out to them. Every sunset and sunrise becomes a blur that seeps into the back of our minds. 

Every day should be cherished and seized with living in the moment. I realize life can be consuming if we allow it to consume us, however we have to be willing to step away from the outside world long enough to silence ourselves.  I believe silence is the most profound thing we can cherish to recollect our thoughts. 

When you begin to seize the day you allow yourself to get caught up in the journey not the destination. Life is made up of many journeys with many lessons, nevertheless we have to be able to step away from the chaos long enough to embrace seizing the day.

According to Webster’s Dictionary carpe diem is best define as the enjoyment of the pleasures without concern for the future. So often, we become stressed with life that we never indulge in the simplicity life offers. 
Enjoying the simple things such as birds chirping in the early am, watching the stars at night or looking at the brightness of the sun have lessons and pleasures attached to them. If we become prone to seizing the moments we will be happier and less stress.
Stress is gained when we are filled with the worries of the past. Carpe diem is much more than a common expression but it is the way to live life. I challenge you to take time to slow your pace, embrace nature and meditate in the stillness. Life is sweeter when we throw off the blues to allow joy to radiate our souls. 
Life is waiting for you patiently to seize the day with pleasure! 

Sunday, December 8, 2013

Giving Back To Yourself During The Holiday Season!

The more you give of yourself, the more you need to give to yourself. ~Christine Hohlbaum

As the holiday season is vastly approaching we find ourselves once again caught up in the hustle and bustle of buying presents for our loved ones. We spend massive hours shopping, looking and identifying the perfect gift for our family and friends. The Christmas season is full of joy, love, sharing, caring and giving back. The ultimate gift of the holiday season is the birth of Jesus Christ and how he gave back to us by sacrificing his life for the redemption of our sins. This holiday season is filled with replenishing; indulging oneself in laughter, love and warmth from people we deem as family. However, I truly believe in this elaborate holiday season we tend to drain ourselves financially, mentally and emotionally. We forget to give back to the most important person in our life-US!

Instead of putting ourselves as a number one priority on our Christmas list we tend to put our needs and wants last. Life is meant be lived to the fullest  cherishing every moment. When we begin to cherish the moment we can begin to understand the importance of self preservation. In self preservation we can learn to preserve our sanity during the holidays by simply making ourselves a priority.  This year in the holiday season I decided to only buy gifts for my daughter. I also decided to make my Christmas list for myself. I have spent plenty of years spending dollars on people that never reciprocated the same giving spirit as me. I would find myself wasting dollars on insignificant people that had no particular value in my life. However, as I have matured over the years I have realized the importance of taking care of myself. I realized I never really made a Christmas list for myself, contemplating what I wanted for the holiday season. It is imperative to give back to yourself this holiday season by nurturing your needs and wants. Below I will give you a few tips on how to give back to yourself this holiday season.

Tips To Give Back To Yourself:

1. Take Time Off Of Work: Instead of letting all of your vacation time build up how about taking time off to plan a date with yourself. Schedule a day off to relax during the holiday only immersing yourself in taking care of you.

2. Go On A Shopping Spree: The Christmas season is filled with shopping for gifts for everyone in your family including friends how about this year you make a list for yourself and get at least three items that will bring joy to your heart this holiday season. If you really are in the spirit put a gift under the tree for yourself!

3. Enjoy You: Inspite of the crazy crowds while you are out in the holiday season madness remember to enjoy quiet time for yourself and enjoy your own company.

The holidays are meant to enjoy so do not forget to enjoy yourself during the holiday season. Giving back to yourself should be top priority!


Giving Back To Yourself During The Holiday Season!

The more you give of yourself, the more you need to give to yourself. ~Christine Hohlbaum

As the holiday season is vastly approaching we find ourselves once again caught up in the hustle and bustle of buying presents for our loved ones. We spend massive hours shopping, looking and identifying the perfect gift for our family and friends. The Christmas season is full of joy, love, sharing, caring and giving back. The ultimate gift of the holiday season is the birth of Jesus Christ and how he gave back to us by sacrificing his life for the redemption of our sins. This holiday season is filled with replenishing; indulging oneself in laughter, love and warmth from people we deem as family. However, I truly believe in this elaborate holiday season we tend to drain ourselves financially, mentally and emotionally. We forget to give back to the most important person in our life-US!

Instead of putting ourselves as a number one priority on our Christmas list we tend to put our needs and wants last. Life is meant be lived to the fullest  cherishing every moment. When we begin to cherish the moment we can begin to understand the importance of self preservation. In self preservation we can learn to preserve our sanity during the holidays by simply making ourselves a priority.  This year in the holiday season I decided to only buy gifts for my daughter. I also decided to make my Christmas list for myself. I have spent plenty of years spending dollars on people that never reciprocated the same giving spirit as me. I would find myself wasting dollars on insignificant people that had no particular value in my life. However, as I have matured over the years I have realized the importance of taking care of myself. I realized I never really made a Christmas list for myself, contemplating what I wanted for the holiday season. It is imperative to give back to yourself this holiday season by nurturing your needs and wants. Below I will give you a few tips on how to give back to yourself this holiday season.

Tips To Give Back To Yourself:

1. Take Time Off Of Work: Instead of letting all of your vacation time build up how about taking time off to plan a date with yourself. Schedule a day off to relax during the holiday only immersing yourself in taking care of you.

2. Go On A Shopping Spree: The Christmas season is filled with shopping for gifts for everyone in your family including friends how about this year you make a list for yourself and get at least three items that will bring joy to your heart this holiday season. If you really are in the spirit put a gift under the tree for yourself!

3. Enjoy You: Inspite of the crazy crowds while you are out in the holiday season madness remember to enjoy quiet time for yourself and enjoy your own company.

The holidays are meant to enjoy so do not forget to enjoy yourself during the holiday season. Giving back to yourself should be top priority!


I'm Back: A Letter To My Readership Community!

Hello All,

I know it has been quite awhile since I gave you a fresh blog post but know I have not forgotten about you at all. I have been busy with working on a plethora of things. I have become a guest writer on two blogs in the last two months writing articles monthly for Mind of A Diva and Weaffair Blog site. However, in the many things that are taking place in my writing career and pursuit I want to give you a fresh blog post this month. I have many things to blog about that will be happening next year. I appreciate your support and growth that my blog has taken since I started The Inspirational Corner. It is always my desire to inspire, encourage and uplift you to live an authentic lifestyle without societal validation. As we come upon the holiday season do not forget to spend time with the ones you love the most, give back to those who are less fortunate and most of all do not forget to nourish your needs as well. My new blog post this month will discuss including yourself on your Christmas List. So often, we buy presents for other people but we forget to include ourselves in this joyous season. I am a great believer in giving back to yourself, endowing yourself with love, nourishment and self preservation for the up and coming year. I am looking forward with taking my blog to another level in 2014. Thank you again for your support and enjoying my blog post.

Cheers To An Innovative New Year,

Stylicia A. Bowden
Ms. Stylicia A. Bowden

You can check out my guest writing appearance for Mind Of A Diva & Weaffair at:

Mind Of A Diva: http://tinyurl.com/mj2c57h
Weaffair: http://tinyurl.com/lsxhkq4

I'm Back: A Letter To My Readership Community!

Hello All,

I know it has been quite awhile since I gave you a fresh blog post but know I have not forgotten about you at all. I have been busy with working on a plethora of things. I have become a guest writer on two blogs in the last two months writing articles monthly for Mind of A Diva and Weaffair Blog site. However, in the many things that are taking place in my writing career and pursuit I want to give you a fresh blog post this month. I have many things to blog about that will be happening next year. I appreciate your support and growth that my blog has taken since I started The Inspirational Corner. It is always my desire to inspire, encourage and uplift you to live an authentic lifestyle without societal validation. As we come upon the holiday season do not forget to spend time with the ones you love the most, give back to those who are less fortunate and most of all do not forget to nourish your needs as well. My new blog post this month will discuss including yourself on your Christmas List. So often, we buy presents for other people but we forget to include ourselves in this joyous season. I am a great believer in giving back to yourself, endowing yourself with love, nourishment and self preservation for the up and coming year. I am looking forward with taking my blog to another level in 2014. Thank you again for your support and enjoying my blog post.

Cheers To An Innovative New Year,

Stylicia A. Bowden
Ms. Stylicia A. Bowden

You can check out my guest writing appearance for Mind Of A Diva & Weaffair at:

Mind Of A Diva: http://tinyurl.com/mj2c57h
Weaffair: http://tinyurl.com/lsxhkq4