Embrace the dawn of each new Groundhog Day

Every day when the early morning sun shines through my window I smile at the beauty. Most days I simply stare at the lush greenery for a while, considering the day before me. There is always little bit of a battle to leave the warm cocoon of my bed and face the day that to be honest feels like the same day over and over again. I say this part in jest and part out of frustration for the holding pattern we are in. That being said, I do try to look for the lessons hidden in situations and interactions. What is the lesson on a personal level? What is the lesson for us as a collective whole? 

In the movie Groundhog Day Phil keeps reliving the same day over and over until he gets things right. At first he is frustrated and angry and detached. Then he becomes more human.  Once he realizes that he is getting another chance day after day to do better he finds his way. He seizes the opportunity of each new day to become better, to make the best of the situation he finds himself in. It is only then that Rita falls for him. I think she saw that gentle heart in him all along. 

Yes, I know, I'm getting awfully deep in my analysis of this Bill Murray classic but I do think there is a lesson here.  Once again, the lesson is about choice. Do you wake to the new day pulling the covers over your head or embrace a daily routine that can provide a foundation for growth? Do you (as I often do) grumble at the sameness and resist the position you find yourself in? Or have you found your footing and cultivated the tenacity it takes to navigate your current life? This is not to say that even the most tenacious amongst us don't have bad days. And this is certainly not to criticize anyone who finds that more days than not they struggle. I am quite certain I am not the only one who dramatically fluctuates between facing the day with a roar vs a whimper. But for me this question of whimper vs. roar feels like a choice. Do I punch Needlenose Ned in the face or do I meet him with kindness? Who is Needlenose Ned? I guess its time to watch this classic again.

Sometimes it feels like we are in a time warp. Who else finds themselves wondering where the day went? Who feels like one day blends into the next for the simple essence of their similarities?  I am quite certain you all can relate. Maybe this shift in the energy of our world is just the landscape we need to cultivate what is important. At the beginning Phil uses the situation to stuff himself with unhealthy food and unleash his fury. He tries to manipulate the situation to get Rita to fall for him. Over time he realizes three is a better way. He uses his time to better himself and help his fellow man. Can we all choose the latter? At least most of the time? I know I will always have those days when I relish in the cocoon longer than others. But join me in seizing most days with a roar and helping each other do the same.

Sharing my reflections is part of what helps me stay grounded and in a space of self love. I would love to hear what has been helping you through this challenging time. After all, we are all in this together.