finding color in grey skies

It is 4:37 pm as I'm writing this post.

I'm laying in bed, with my laptop on my knees, drinking coffee and trying to gain some inspiration and positivity from the views outside my window. It's difficult though.

Everything is becoming lifeless and grey. The colourful leaves are gone. The days are getting shorter and darker.

But I'm warm, laying in a cosy bed, with my dog snoozing beside me. I can see the purple sky. I don't have anywhere to be and there is nothing I must do. It's so peaceful. It's so quiet. And I'm so lucky.

* * *

For obvious reasons, I always thought of winter as the saddest-season and I must admit that every year, I'm somewhat affected by the coldness and the greyness. The well known 'seasonal depression' gets me every year, without exception.

This year I made the decision to appreciate winter. Its every aspect.

The beauty of city-lights shining at night. The refreshing air, smelling of magic. The frosty paths. The snowflakes on my windows.

It's art that we get to experience just by looking outside our windows. In fact, we are surrounded by art and beauty every day.

The trees we see on our way to school or work, birds flying in large groups and forming unique arrangements. The morning sky, full of innocence. It's all nature. It's all pure.

* * *

In the 21st century, the everyday views and smells that we experience include grey - but modern, buildings and car fumes.

Everything has changed. We live longer and our standard of living has greatly improved. But we're also very busy. So busy that we fail to notice the beauty of nature.

It goes without saying that it has become more difficult to notice this beauty. How does one do it while being surrounded by all of the things I mentioned above?

It's not easy but neither is it impossible and putting your focus towards finding something beautiful on your daily commute does not cost much effort, while the reward is worth it.

These little things add up to create a feeling of happiness and these brief happy moments generate a realisation of how lucky we are to be alive. It's a cycle, and it all starts with one, tiny drop of appreciation.

Try it and find out for yourself.

Until next time,

- Paula ♥

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