New Year's resolution in Lisbon

It has been four days since I made my New Year's resolution. So far, so good. You may wonder what my resolution is. It's simple. Just one word. Mindfulness. Ever since I got settled in Lisbon, I have started to take everything for granted. Beautiful sunny skies, delicious food, and even friendly Lisbonians. I got so used to them that I almost forgot how lucky I am to be here and now. Mindfulness is said to be a natural quality we share. Everybody has a mind, you know. The view from my balcony. Mindfulness helps me to appreciate more everyday. Sometimes it's the other way around. Watching the beautiful skies helps me meditate better. But practicing mindfulness is a different story. If you want to know more about mindfulness, click here . Easier said than done. Sometimes we including myself just let the life drift away, letting it go. Taking in everything without any judgment, you will find it all the more lovely. Mindfulness has improved the quali...