It’s been a few weeks of running errand after errand, going to meeting after meeting, and generally forgetting to take care of myself. Mr. B reminded me about the self-care promise I made. In the midst of all the doing, I should be pausing for a refreshing cup of my favorite tea or taking a little time to do something relaxing.
I was just reminded that the things that bring us joy are the things we are meant to be doing. No need to search for your purpose… find those things that bring you fulfillment, joy, and meaning and do those often. That is your purpose.
The lightness that comes as a result of doing what you love as much as you can is exactly what the world needs.
Nobody ever told me that I have to be productive every minute, but I feel that way in every cell of my body. I know that I need to reprogram. When I do too much, I feel the opposite of lightness – I am tired, overwhelmed, and resentful.
I’m going to try to reincorporate the things that I love doing but have not done for some time.
Art/creativity is the first one. Reading magazines is another one. Watching Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday is a must for sure. Honoring those things that bring us joy will surely make a difference.
Do you regularly do things that bring you joy? Please share how you take care of yourself in this way.
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