The “One Beautiful Thing” Daily Practice

Written By Wendy Wheeler

One Beautiful Sunset

Life moves fast. Our days get filled with lists, deadlines, responsibilities, and distractions. In the rush, beauty often hides in plain sight—waiting quietly in a flower on the sidewalk, a kind smile, or the way the light hits your kitchen window in the morning.

The truth is, joy doesn’t always come from big adventures. Sometimes, it’s tucked into the smallest, simplest moments. That’s where the “One Beautiful Thing” Daily Practice comes in.

What Is the Practice?

It’s simple: Every day, notice and name one beautiful thing. That’s it.

Not ten. Not a long reflection that feels like another task. Just one.

It could be anything:
✨ The steam curling off your morning coffee.
✨ A redwood tree stretching toward the sky.
✨ The laugh you shared with a friend.
✨ A quiet pause between tasks.
✨ Your cat claiming the sunniest spot on the couch.

The point isn’t to chase perfection or meaning. It’s to practice noticing.

Why It Works

Beauty is a form of presence. When we notice beauty, we step out of autopilot and into the moment. Neuroscience even shows that naming what we notice strengthens our brain’s pathways toward calm, focus, and resilience.

The One Beautiful Thing practice helps:
🌿 Shift your focus from constant doing to simple being.
🌿 Reduce stress by grounding you in the here and now.
🌿 Build resilience through micro-moments of joy.
🌿 Open your senses to the world that’s already around you.

How to Start

  1. Pick a time. Morning, evening, or even during lunch.

  2. Notice. Slow down for a moment and pay attention.

  3. Name it. Write it in a journal, type it into your phone, or simply say it out loud.

  4. Let it land. Take a breath and allow yourself to feel the beauty of that moment.

Optional bonus: Share it with someone. Beauty often expands when spoken aloud.

A Gentle Invitation

You don’t have to overhaul your life to feel more joy. Sometimes, you just need to notice the beauty already around you.

Start today. One beautiful thing. Tomorrow, another. Before long, you’ll see beauty isn’t rare—it’s everywhere.

🌸 Want more ways to create joy and presence in your daily life? Let’s connect.

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Wendy Wheeler

You're feeling lost, right? You're staring at your future, and it's a big, scary blank. I get it. I've been there. I climbed the corporate ladder, thinking that was the golden key to happiness. But let me tell you, it wasn't. I hit a wall, hard. And that's when I decided to jump off.

I ditched my 30+ year high power career, packed my bags, and found myself in India, doing yoga. Yeah, yoga! And then I hiked through Turkey, feeling the wind on my face, the earth beneath my feet. It was terrifying, exhilarating, and life changing. I discovered my purpose, my peace, my health, and, most importantly, my true self.

I know what it’s like to struggle and face life’s curveballs. I’ve worked my way through college while juggling a full-time job, raised my daughter, navigated divorce, and found love again. I’ve been outsourced, survived multiple mergers and acquisitions, and faced challenges that pushed me to grow in ways I never imagined.

Now, I'm here to help you navigate your life transitions. My mission? To guide you in uncovering your core values, finding balance, and breaking free from what's holding you back. I'm not just talking the talk; I've walked the walk.

Together, we'll set powerful goals, embrace vulnerability as your superpower, and create a life that truly resonates with who you are. This isn't just guidance; it's about making a lasting impact on your life—one filled with clarity, purpose, and joy.

Let’s get started on this journey together!

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