10 ways to Restore Grace and Meaning to Our Lives

By Alexandra Stoddard

With its frenetic pace, life can often seem so chaotic that we feel cut off from our neighbours, the wonders of nature,even ourselves. We miss out on what we fundamentally crave: a calmer, gentler, and more gracious life.But we find our way back to the basic pleasures that give ourlives richness-by putting first things first and by changing the direction of our gaze toward our inner needs.To find the spirit of grace as it unfolds before us,we need only to open to it. Here the qualities that restore grace and meaning to our lives.

1.Kindness

When we show sympathy,understanding, and tenderness toward one another,we are kind. No matter what we achieve throughout our lifetimes, gentleness and goodness are the most helpful influences of goodwill. When we are kind, we will be thought of favourably by others and will induce an aura of happiness.

2.Elegance

When we are sensitive to beauty in simplicity and manners, elegance results Being refined in appearance and style shows that we not only respect and care for ourselves, but we also take others seriously. Elegance lies in being receptive, and showing interest and concern for those we meet.

3, Openness

Whenever we communicate without reserve or false pretense, we 're sincere. Whether we embrace someone with open arms, open our hand to another, or keep our eyes and ears open to a flower or a symphony of birds, we reveal out true feelings- and we open our hearts and minds to new discoveries.

4.Authenticity

When we are true to ourselves and others and have integrity, we are authentic. When our personalities are genuine and worthy of trust, we are free to grow in the direction of our pure nature, which is grace-filled.

5.Genorosity

When we are magnanimous in our giving and sharing, we show character and an abundance of spirit and strength. whether we provide a bountiful table for dinner or praise someone, our own cups are mysteriously replenished.

6.Ease

Whenever we 're free from agitation, we feel secure in the comfort of our minds and hearts. We need relaxation in order to live graciously, and when we find this sense of calm, we experience greater dexterity in our performance. By backing away we move forward.

7. Contentment

Attaining satisfaction with what we have in our lives brings us happiness. If we are able to solve our inner conflicts and affirm life, we will be in harmony with our expectations. Whenever we make the best of whatever situations we find ourselves in, we are living gracious lives.

8.Fairness

To be consistently straightforward, impartial, tolerant, just, and non judgmental requires a rare quality of character and intellect that is the foundation of fairness. And from these qualities, grace naturally unfolds.

9,Geniality

Whenever we have a warm, positive disposition, we contribute to the enjoyment of life. When we affirm and confirm others, we glow with a giving spirit.

10. Appreciation

Of all the qualities of gracious life, thankfulness is the most essential. When we 're conscious of all the good things and people in our lives, we 're free to connect with the great, timeless truths. when we show appreciation, we 're recognizing the divinity within us, our true identities.