Small Changes Will Change Your Life

Routines can be a wonderful thing. Consistency brings comfort, and with comfort comes ease. Plus, we can become incredibly efficient at accomplishing the task at hand – cooking a meal, putting on makeup, traveling from one place to the next…

But there’s one thing about routines I’m not so fond of: They can easily place our minds elsewhere, closing us out from the goings-on around us. The monotony of doing the same thing again and again means we often don’t really have to think about what we’re doing, and instead our minds may choose to wander and wander until suddenly we’ve gotten from point A to point B with no recollection of the journey.

Today, take it upon yourself to make a change in your day. It doesn’t have to be huge, it just has to be different. The change itself may not affect your life immensely, but that one small alteration opens up a million possibilities – of faces to meet, of places to explore… And a few more small changes? Suddenly you’ll find yourself living in what seems like a whole new world. A world where new experiences seem to throw themselves at you, and you – with your new outlook – jump to take on each one.

So today, part your hair a different way. That beautiful dress with the buttons down the front – flip it around and see if it works with the buttons in the back. Order your favorite tea – but from a brand new café. Don’t drive to work – ride your bike. Jot down notes in script instead of print. Take a walk after lunch. Say hi to someone new. Listen to that album your friend keeps telling you about. Make dinner plans with your closest friends – and invite someone new to join. Before you walk through your front door, look up towards the sky and thank the universe. In the evening, burn a stick of incense instead of lighting a candle. And when the time finally comes to rest your eyes, place your pillow on the opposite end of the bed before laying your sleepy head down.

small changes to daily routine

small changes to daily routine

small changes to daily routine

small changes to daily routine

small changes to daily routine

Constant change is one of the most beautiful things about this life. Embrace it, embrace it… fall in love with it.

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9 years ago

This is so beautiful! I needed this so badly. I just found myself getting from A to B on my morning commute so deep in my head. Definitely need an adventure soon, newness, and change. Pinning!

Warm Regards,
Alexandra
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9 years ago

You’re so right! Routine often takes me totally out of the moment, allowing my mind to wander while I accomplish daily tasks. I would love to switch things up a bit and truly be present. Thanks for the reminder!

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9 years ago

Thank you, what a wonderful reminder! I was just thinking how I need a little change of pace today!

Audrey
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9 years ago

I absolutely love this. Little things really do add up, and bringing more intention into every moment is a sure way to make life more fulfilling. Thank you!

9 years ago

Great reminder. I have been stuck in a rut lately, and the only way out is to welcome some small changes in my life.
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9 years ago

This is so beautiful, and so true. Sometimes you just need to shake up your world a little bit – even if it is just a tiny change. x

9 years ago

You have a wonderful soul. Thanks for sharing these wise words Brigitte!

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9 years ago

this is a very powerful message, I love the last sentence :)

xx Cecil // http://www.wednesday19th.blogspot.com

7 years ago

Lovely words and images to go along with it! I do try to make a small change every now and then – it just keeps life interesting!

Claire // Technicolour Dreamer

7 years ago

This post was just the inspiration I needed!
-Emily
http://www.emilyseye.com

7 years ago

This post is so inspiring! I loved it so much and I’m planning to write another version on it. Can I link your post on my blog? This is just too beautiful and it needs to be shared :D LOVED IT SO MUCH!