A Norvell Note
January 2, 2023 – Vol. 27 No. 01
In the Beginning
It is my understanding that there are six basic emotions.
- Sadness
- Happiness
- Fear
- Anger
- Surprise
- Disgust
Add to that list these emotions.
- Disappointment
- Grief
- Hopelessness
- Joy
- Contentment
- Satisfaction
We feel many, if not all, of those emotions daily. Now add these self-imposed demands.
- Review of last year’s New Year’s Resolutions.
- New Year’s resolutions.
- Plans for improving yourself.
- Commitments.
- Hopes for the new year.
- Dreams you are waiting to come true.
Put all this together, and you have a formula for an emotional overload, emotional exhaustion, and perhaps an emotional breakdown.
What if you tried something different this year?
Just do one thing, one day at a time.
If you want to lose weight, focus on eating healthier for one day. Then, work on it again the next day.
If you want to work on your relationship with God, read from the Bible and reflect on one passage a day. Then, read another passage the next day.
If you want to spend less money, spend a little less one day. Then, spend a little less money the next day.
Remember, in the beginning, God. On the first day, He created the light. Then, on the next day, He created day and night. He did one thing a day. He did not do everything all at once, so why should you?
So, do it one day. That is enough for one day.
Tom
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