I've been working for a long time to reclaim self-care. I somehow lost it when I became a mother, first gradually and then swiftly. Actually, it started sneakily when Dan and I were first "locked in" (a term used now to signify being in a committed relationship). But that is a story for another post.
Nice self-care today:
- Walked around the block once.
- Took a long bath with coconut oil and lavender. My body told me she needed a long soak, and I paid attention.
- Listened to a novel on Kindle on our Alexa speaker. Letters from Eleanor Roosevelt is set in the 1960s. I love it. "Alexa" read to me while I took a bath.
- Ate turkey chili I made with peppers, tomatoes, onions, garlic, EVOO and of course beans. That was healthy but unfortunately, my other eating today was not. It was scattered and rangy. And the more out of gear, fearful, anxious or hurt I feel, the rangier it gets. Also, having party leftovers in our house is a trigger for me (cheese, crackers etc.) Tomorrow is another day.
- Related to my rangy eating, got tired and took a nap.
- Went to support group in town at 7 p.m. Helpful and inspiring. It was a long haul during the pandemic without in-person meetings.
- Threw in some laundry.
Yes, even with all that, I did fit in some work.
Good night, sweethearts.
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Cheese and crackers, leftover party food- irresistible! Glad you are taking care of yourself. It feels counter-intuitive, the temptation to push thru, but being rested and calm produces better and more efficient work. I struggle, but I know it is true.
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Hi Liz. Yes, "It feels counter-intuitive, the temptation to push thru, but being rested and calm produces better and more efficient work. I struggle, but I know it is true." Yes, yes. Life is such a balance. I went to Restorative Yoga last Wed. nite and bought 5 classes because I loved it. I wanted to go tonight, but decided I had better work and make progress. Balance, balance. xo Alice
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