"The journey of a thousand miles begins beneath one's feet" -Lao Tzu

How can we become more mindful on our life's journey? How can we appreciate our experiences and encounters? How can we enrich our lives with each step along the way?

Our path leads us in many directions for personal growth and self-discovery, with beginnings and endings, twists and turns, and opportunities to fulfill our wildest dreams. Milestone makers for action steps taken toward our destiny can bestow deeper insight and wisdom. Whether it's a monumental endeavor or a daily experience as a traveler through life, there is always a chance to get to know ourselves in different ways. Each step is a collection of memorable moments, perceived as pleasant or unpleasant that can transform your life. Ultimately, it is how we contemplate and process our experiences.

As we allow our path to gently unfold, it is essential to listen to our heart for guidance along the way. Oftentimes we do not not take time to process the meaning of our experiences and encounters that are taken for granted. The helping hand, words of wisdom, acts of loving-kindness brighten your day, and the goodness extended to others are profound life-changing moments. The subtleties of life are magnificent moments. Awakening in the morning to the sunrise of a new day and retiring in the evening watching the colorful sunset makes us mindful that the next moment is not promised and to live life to the fullest.

Dr. Jean Marie shares highlights of her life-changing transformational journeys to Malaysia, Turkey, Egypt and the Himalayas. The beauty of majestic lands, experiencing and integrating in the cultures, sharing delicious cuisines, melody of languages, songs, dance and profound spiritual experiences that enriched her life. Despite language barriers, she found that love is the universal language. She captured her transformational journey to Penang, Malaysia by daily journaling that resulted in publishing her first book, The Long Journey Home. Her book proposal was one of 36 global award-winners of the 4th Annual Transformational Authors Experience (TAE) Writing Contest.

Outward journeys enrich our inner being by deepening our relationship with ourselves, embracing connections with others, appreciating harmony in nature and recognizing true kinship. Dr. Jean Marie highlights each.

Our Love In Action Practice is to be mindful of your daily encounters. Whether in the community on an extended journey, be present with your experiences. What do you see? What do you hear? What do you smell? How do you feel? Be emotionally available in daily interactions and encounters and act in accord with your higher self. Journal on memorable moments.

Feel free to share insights and experiences. Email: jean72farish@yahoo.com

Dr. Jean Marie closes with her excerpts on Herioc Traveler, Labrinyth of Life, and True Kinship.