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What exactly does it mean when people say “I need to get a life.”

Does it mean they’re too busy? Don’t have enough Money? Want to get into a relationship?

Actually it’s none of the above.

It means they want to experience more joy.

Happiness is a moment.

Joy is a way of living.

Joy is something you feel deep inside of yourself. External circumstances cannot change it.

So how do you get to joy?

Practicing forgiveness and tossing the anger is one way. Another way is to live in the moment.

BE in the moment.

Okay, you might be thinking, So how exactly do I do that?

Well, I know most of you are reading this on your phone, so notice it. Feel it in your hands.

Close your eyes. What do you feel, hear, smell? Stay in this moment for a minute or two.

Now open your eyes. What do you see? How does the room’s energy feel? What do you smell? What do you hear?

Whenever I sit down at my desk to write, I always listen to music. So since I try and take my own advice, I just took my fingers off the keys to let the melody of the song I’m listening to seep into my soul. I sat here, allowing the music to envelop me for a moment. There were no deadlines, no rushing to an appointment or my to-do list, just a moment shared between the music and me.

How about taking a walk? Go outside and intentionally shift your thoughts to whatever you see and hear around you.

Can’t go outside? Then walk around your space (not kidding) and focus on the things that bring you joy! That picture you love in your bookcase? Pick it up and feel the joy. That figurine you got last summer? Smile and go back to that wonderful memory as you pick it up and hold it in your hand.

Joy isn’t some elusive treasure hidden at the end of a rainbow. It’s right here, within reach, waiting for you to notice it. By simply tuning into the moment—whether it’s through the sound of your favorite song, the feeling of the sun on your skin, or the smile sparked by a memory—you can cultivate joy in your everyday life.

So, the next time you catch yourself thinking, I need to get a life, remember: you already have one.

It’s happening right now. All you have to do is show up for it.

Until next time,

Katharine

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Katharine Giovanni Award-winning best-selling author

Katharine, a three-time award-winning best-selling author of twelve books, is a dynamic speaker, trainer, and advisor. Her latest work, “The Ultimate Path to Forgiveness: Unlocking Your Power,” offers profound insights into the transformative power of forgiveness.

A trailblazer in the concierge industry, Katharine founded the first association for independent concierges, shaping the industry for over two decades until her retirement in March 2023. Her pioneering spirit and commitment to excellence have left an indelible mark on the profession.

Throughout her illustrious career, Katharine has trained numerous concierge and front-line staff, earning her clients a reputation as some of the industry’s most successful. Her expertise has been sought after by major media outlets, with features on ABC News Nightline, CBS News, Good Morning America, MTV, Time Magazine, Money Magazine, Forbes, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal.

A proud breast cancer survivor, Katharine’s resilience and determination inspire others to overcome life’s challenges. Raised in the vibrant backdrop of New York City, she holds a B.A. from Lake Forest College and currently calls North Carolina home.

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