Take care of yourself. Take good care of yourself. Get enough rest, eat well, stay hydrated. Don’t push too hard. Pay attention to your body. Lighten up on the self-judgment and the negative self-talk. Ask for help. Don’t be afraid to say ‘No’. Make decisions that bring you happiness. Don’t rely on the opinions of others. Don’t expect them to understand everything about your life.
Make time for your spiritual practice. Pray, meditate, journal, sit at the beach or in the woods, close your eyes and follow your breath, do some yoga, take a walk or a ride, write a poem, have your coffee on the porch. Dedicate time for stillness away from all the distractions of our oh-so-modern life.
Slow down. I mean it. S-L-O-W D-O-W-N. Busy is not a badge of honor. When you feel that rising anxiety from all that is calling for your attention…practice slowing down. On purpose. I promise things will become clearer. You’ll be able to know the next best step to take.
Notice the little things. Feel joyful for the touch of coolness in the morning air, the smell of the ocean, a warm shower, a good book. Paying attention to those little, ordinary things helps you cultivate a grateful heart.
With much love
Paula
