The Art of Rejuvenation
Recently week I read a book about a marvelous judge named Maxx Rosenn, of the US Court of Appeals, Third Circuit. The tribute was written by one of his protégé’s, Dr. Mollie Marti, who is one of my mentors. The book was a masterful look at mentorship, excellence, and leaving a legacy.
As I read, I found myself captivated by a man who was so important, so busy and yet who seemed to move slowly, deliberately and with incredible productivity. Though physically slight, he was truly a man of stature.
One thing Mollie notes about her mentor is that he was a “master at the art of rejuvenation.”
What a lovely phrase.
It got me thinking about the way it’s easy to rush here and there and miss the beauty of life. How sad to miss a chance to be rejuvenated.
It seems we have a chance right now. So, let’s Rejuvenate, shall we?
What does that even mean? Re-ju-ven-ate: Verb: To make young again.
Here’s how to start:
- Laugh out loud
It’s been said that the average child laughs 400 times a day while the average adult laughs almost never! Look for the funny side of things, and let yourself laugh. There’s a reason the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to “such as these.” - Slow Down
Try breathing slowly for a few moments and focus on feeling your body relax. Where ever you are right now – it’s a perfect place to be, on the inside. Stop and smell the roses. - Become Present
Tune in to everything that you can glean right this moment through your senses. What can you see that is lovely? What sounds do you hear when you listen closely? Are there any fragrances in the air? What about taste and touch? Find delight through your senses. - Give Thanks
The healthiest emotion you can cultivate is thankfulness. As you laugh, slow down and become present you will find yourself giving thanks. As you do, you open your life to so much more of the good things you desire.
That will make you age backwards! That is when you’ve mastered the art of rejuvenation.
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