Oops, I think I burned myself out. I’ve been working
extra hours and over holidays to minimize the paid time off (PTO) I’m using,
and I’ve been extremely happy and friendly lately. But I think I’ve finally started
to hit my limit. I’m becoming exhausted now, and I got some moments today where
I noticed some grumpiness try to sneak in. It’s natural and it was bound to
happen. I’m just going to be gentle with myself, take any time that I need, and
remind myself that I don’t have to do anything if I’m not up for it. Sometimes simply
giving myself permission to cancel plans replenishes the energy I need to
actually go through with them.
We have to take care of ourselves and replenish the reservoir
from which we give our love and kindness to others. We have to feel our
feelings, and acknowledge any sadness we have. For example, I think I feel a
little lonely. I know great things are ahead in my life as long as I believe in
myself, so I almost feel like this loneliness is out of place, but whatever,
there it is. Logic doesn’t change what it is.
Sometimes when we burn ourselves out, we simply need some
time to be lazy and air out all the unpleasant feelings. Luckily, I have so many
tools available to me to get my happy place back. I just bought some yoga for
beginners DVDs, and of course I have all the books and blogs that I adore. I
also now have my inner-cheerleader that I have manifested into existence!
When you have your low moments, remember that you are the
spirit witnessing those emotions. Remember not to identify with those emotions,
and remember that they will pass. You know the truth deep down, and that will
keep the sadness from saturating your heart. Just nurture your soul back to
health, and take whatever time you need to relax and replenish. You deserve it,
and the rest of the world will be better off for it!
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