For all my good intentions, there are days when things go wrong or I fall into old habits. When things are not going well, when I'm grumpy or mad, I'll realize that I've not been paying attention to my soul and I've not been following my best routine.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Bad days often stem from neglecting your soul and daily routines.
- In plain terms
- You feel bad when you ignore your inner self and routines.
- What can you take from it?
- Follow routines and mind your soul.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What routines support your soul?
- How do you know when you are off?
Another view
External factors can disrupt even the best routines.
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