A few relaxing minutes in this hectic world

On Karen's blog I read this 'invitation'. It can be a good start of the new year!

• make a cup/mug of tea/coffee
• sit down
• if you are chilly, wrap your hands around the mug 
• take a few deep breaths
• relax your shoulders
• watch the steam rise from the mug
• close your eyes
• smell the tea/coffee
• take a sip, notice the flavor, and the heat slip down your throat
• notice the quality of the light around you, listen for sounds close by
• thank your feet for getting you through the week so far
• take another sip
• just breathe

You can come back to your mug/cup anytime you decide to make a few minutes for relaxing. it's very simple and it's very good for you. and it's a little counter-culture in this hectic world.