As a part of our monthly newsletters, which you can sign up for here, we like to offer our readers tips that go beyond the world of real estate. One feature that we’re always proud to give back to our readers is our Mindfulness Corner segment. This segment comes from our resident mindfulness expert, Imelda Guerra. In this month’s issue, Imelda touches upon our theme of Thanksgiving by offering different ways for all of us to show our thankfulness throughout the day. She also offers step-by-step tips for more mindful “thank yous” so we can better recognize what we are thankful for, how much we’re connecting to what we’re saying, and how to better express that thankfulness in the future.
What are you thankful for this year? Do you practice mindfulness or want to learn more about it?
Mindfulness Corner
Presented by Imelda Guerra, LCSW
November is a time of transition and thanksgiving. As the last leaves fall, we prepare for colder and darker days ahead. We start shifting our attention to the holidays and the loved ones who will join us. We take time to reflect on all the good things that makes us feel grateful. And yet, are we rarely thankful for everything else- our daily struggles, challenges and difficult engagements with others. These, upon careful reflection, provide us opportunities to learn and grow. The following mindfulness activity is helpful for recognizing gratitude in all things:
Mindful Thank You
- Pick one day in November to observe the “thank yous” you say.
- Notice how habitual the response is for you. Is it automatic, or perhaps an afterthought?
- Then, observe how you are feeling when you express “thank you” in small interactions with others. Do you feel content, stressed, absent-minded, dismissive…?
- Do a quick scan of your body. Does it feel like it’s already physically moving on to the next thing?
- After observing a few “thank yous” in your day, pick an anticipated “thank you” to focus on next.
- When your instinct to say “thank you” arises, take a pause. Then name what you are actually grateful for, beyond the gesture that you’re extending.
- Remember to affirm the good things you have received from the other person and acknowledge the role that the other person played in providing your life with goodness.
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About Gerardo Zavala, Realtor
There is a true passion for connecting people with real estate that makes me fall in love with my career over and over again. While my title says, REALTOR® I think I am much more than that. For example, I am present and actively listening to my client’s needs, on the spot when things are urgent, and by your side to say “congratulations.” Most of my clients will say that I am a connection away from support no matter the situation, day, or time. In my opinion, customer service, educating the client on progress and next steps, and overall satisfaction are my top priorities. How can I help you?
