Rest & Relaxation in a Chaotic World

I am here again, back after another pause from writing (with plans to write more soon).

I’ve been so busy lately that I have forgotten what it’s like to truly rest.

I’ve been struggling to find stillness in an environment that is constantly moving and filled with a lot of energy.

I have forgotten to rest.

I have been moving so much and my eating disorder recovery is at jeopardy (again).

For the first time, I reached out to my team.

I shared my struggles.

I shared my frustrations.

I felt seen.

I felt heard.

I am now doing my best to remind myself to prioritize myself.

I am reminding myself that I am my best self when actively working on healing my body and mind.

Whether that is in the form of taking a break, or just going deep into the woods where everything is quiet, I need to heal.

I have come up with a plan to get back on track, and yet I’m so scared of what that will look like.

With continuing to move up in my company (Field Instructor to Area Director to Program Coordinator), I’ve started to neglect myself.

I can’t do that anymore.

I have to come first so I can be the best leader possible.

On that note, I’ve implemented weekly date afternoons for myself.

I’ve been going to bookstores, coffeeshops & parks in search of finding myself and resting.

I’m giving myself permission to rest in a world that revolves around productivity.

So, while this is kind of an update on my last few weeks, I also want it to be a reminder for you (the reader) that it is so important to take a moment to rest.

Just Breathe.

Just Be.

Thanks for reading.

XOXO

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