Time seems to accelerate faster as we get older. Up to a point that is. My 90 year old dad is at the point where time is dragging by for him. He recently told me, “I’m just waiting.” I get it. He’s not able to live by himself anymore and his mobility is extremely limited. So, for him, he’s just waiting to transcend to the next level.

But what happened to 2023? It has been a rollercoaster ride for the last three years. It seems as though the whole world has lost its mind! All of the world leaders have certainly lost their minds. Especially in the U.S.

No, this article is not going to be a political account of the last year. But, I want to pause for a moment and reflect on the current environment. In 2023 we have seen higher death rates among all ages, especially among the 20 to 40 year olds. These high death rates are not normal. We have seen more fighting among countries that at least use to tolerate each other. The homeless rate world wide has gone up. (No, I’m not going to use politically correct terms. They change too much.) People are struggling to have enough money for the basics for food, clothing and shelter. Hunger is a real issue for people worldwide.

Mental health has deteriorated and there have been more suicides that normal. People are not as friendly as they were a few years ago. Basically, the quality of life is at stake. Gloom and doom seems to be the theme for the year.

While all of this is true, we can take a step back and regroup. I come from the thought that my glass is half full and quickly overflowing.

2024 is at the door

So, what do you want for the year 2024? How do you live in a world that’s so chaotic? I don’t live in the world so to speak. I’m fully aware of what’s going on, but I don’t let the unrest affect my inner peace.

I encourage you to take a step back, take a deep breath, close your eyes and regain your balance. Be aware of events around you, but don’t let these events take over your life.

2024 will be whatever you chose to make it. Truly! Be honest with yourself. What do you want? We are the creators of our own lives. In past articles I have talked about getting the conscious mind and the subconscious minds in alignment. Go back and read them again if you need to.

Write down what you want your life to be like. Put it aside for awhile and then look at your statements again. Fine tune it if you need to. Remember, it’s not written in stone, you can change your goals anytime. You are the creator of your life. It’s up to you to find the inner peace and balance in your life. You certainly have the control and power over your own thoughts.

Visual aids help. Make a vision board. Place it where you will see it each day. We are never too old to have a vision of what we want our lives to look like.

Remember, we might live in this world, but we don’t have to be IN this world! Think about this statement. Don’t let outside circumstances rule your life. Be an observer and encourage others when you can. Ask for help if you feel you’re getting sucked into the sludge of the world. Take an active part in your own story!

God told Moses, “I AM THAT I AM. I WILL BE WHO I WILL BE.” Embrace this declaration.

I pray that each of you find your balance in 2024. May your ship have calm waters. Looking forward to seeing you in 2024!