There are phases I go through where I’m so busy with the daily routine and the never-ending to-do lists that I’m on autopilot. And in those moments that turn to days and weeks like a drop of rain leading to a downpour, I realize that I’ve lost me. I’ve said yes too many times, I’ve neglected self-care and forgotten to nourish my spirit. Being true to self dropped to the bottom of the priority list and without practice I lose what that means, ignoring the gnawing sense of something is off felt deep in my stomach. It is during these times that my journal becomes a life line and I’d like to share some of those thoughts with you here.
Use a free flow writing approach (pen to paper, no censoring, no stopping for at least 10-15 minutes) and explore the following:
- Where do I feel most alive, vibrant, in tune with my surroundings?
- Who do I feel completely myself with, nurtured ~ an equal relationship of validating each other with positive energy?
- What interests/activities ignite my passion?
- When do I know that saying yes was not true to self? Can I notice those triggers (that uncomfortable feeling, a flutter in the belly, a speeding of a heartbeat etc.) before I respond?
- How can I bring more of my truth into daily living?
