I don’t know about you, but while generally I feel balanced about my life because I have learned to pace myself, every once in a while the proverbial s(tuff) (ha!) hits the fan, and I realize I’ve gone way past go without collecting $200. I am way, way past toast.
…too many things on my plate, too much to do and too little time.
…a few too many demands on me, with no easy way to eliminate any of them.
…the candle burned at both ends, only to find it has burnt me.
…too many choices, and I feel simply done making choices, at least for today.
Sound familiar?
What if you feel out of sync with everything and everybody — and you know, you hardly care!
And to top it off, you are surrounded by chronic complainers — and you find yourself fighting the urge to join the crowd.
Even worse, you stand before your fragrances with not a clue what sounds good to wear — you know something is wrong then!
And forget email!
Life gets in the way
But wait a minute! This is your life. And finding a way back to balance is part of it. You don’t have to sit and sink.
What’s a body to do?
As Kermit used to say, it isn’t easy being green. But if you’re green, a better way to green is the way to go.
Be yourself
Don’t try to be somebody else. Who cares if someone else can juggle all the balls without one falling? This is your life. Cut back on one or two balls until you get the flow of all the balls in the air again.
Take a break.
Make some tea. Put your feet up. Read a book. Think about something else. Play some music. Do something for you.
Delegate
Look for help at work or at home. Don’t quit until you find some. Family members can do their fair share.
Relax.
Get more rest, whether it is sleep or an activity that rejuvenates you. Lay in a hammock. Take life a little slower. Don’t hit the road running; ease into your day. Meditate. Pray. Listen.
Be active
Engage in life
Take a walk. Feel the breeze. Listen to the birds. Watch the kids playing. See a friend. Make a friend. Make room for something new.
Play
Do something that’s fun. You have permission.
What is your favorite way to cut back, rejuvenate or get into balance?
Karin
www.savvythinker.com
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I read when I want to unwind. I try to make sure I get an hour or more a day reading. It makes me happy and I enjoy doing it.
I need to read more — and earlier in the day.
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