I’m a pretty solid person. Organized. Responsible. Spontaneous. Knowledgable. But sometimes, I hit a wall and it’s as if I’m at the bottom of a pile on. Can’t breathe, headaches, my heart races and I just feel like crying. I never know if I should turn right or left and unsure what my next move is. I have to reset, clear my head and just remember to breathe.
It’s been a very exciting year this year. Filled with new experiences and accomplishments. But as I embark upon some time off, my candles are burnt out.
Here are some things that I have done to recover and bring myself back to homeostasis.
- Morning meditation and yoga – this is an essential part of my day. I set my intentions, clear my mind from the day before, connect with my breath and focus on what’s important.
- Spending time in nature – nature slows me down. I’m fortunate that I live in the best place for nature. Ten minutes to Stanley Park and I’m in my own little forest retreat. This time is special to connect with myself and slow it all down.
- Being quiet – in a world filled with noise and chatter, silence says more than you can imagine. Filling the air with sounds changes the energy around you. If the sound of aum is everything, then what does nothing sound like?
- Reflection – as much as I forget to journal, I love to write. My journal is filled with little scraps of paper that has thoughts, observations and reflections on. These all create memories for me, allow me to dispose of negative thoughts and focus on the good.
It was difficult to prioritize these things when I had so many other things to do. But for the sake of my sanity and my health, I need to make the time.
We all need to spend time with ourselves. It’s one of the best time of my day. Try it.
Eat well. Stay healthy. See you in a heartbeat 💕
coreelynn 