We do our best to start each day with wonder, which the dictionary says is “to be filled with admiration, amazement, or awe; marvel.” When you start the day with the actual experience of wonder, you can open new pathways, meetings and possibilities that a purely getting-it-done approach misses. Wonder is more fun than work. Wonder can even transform work with its expansive perception. We create the whole-body state of wonder by opening physical space through stretching, inner space by meditating, and brain space with wonder questions. We’ve found that relaxed breathing, curiosity and openness boost the wonder experience.
Here are some questions that we’ve generated to craft a wonder template for the day. They are enhanced by saying them out loud with a pleasant “hmmm” before each question.
• What choices can I make that will allow me to be happy all the time?
• How can I express gratitude today?
• How can I live moment to moment in a state of radiant health?
• What can I learn today that will benefit everyone?
• How can I express the very best of myself with integrity & creativity?
• How can I connect authentically with those around me today?
Gay & Katie Hendricks