It didn’t start out so well back in March. With little warning or mental preparation, Covid threw us into a silent, empty world, with only essential services open. I struggled with the stay at home orders, not seeing my family, and the associated fears of this unknown pandemic. My overall feeling of well-being and optimism had been dismantled. I was stressed, sad, not sleeping well, felt disconnected, and many days unable to focus on anything except binge-watching movies. As we near the end of a very challenging 2020, I realize I am feeling good. I am relaxed, sleep well, no longer depressed and now able to enjoy my life as…
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7 Things I Learned in Dealing with My Anxiety
How are you feeling these days? Lethargic? Unable to focus? Anxious? Depressed? Or pretty well considering….? I’ve gone through roller-coaster days of “general, nonspecific grief” over the loss of so much I had taken for granted. Now I’m struggling with anxiety, including clenched teeth, middle of the night “busy brain”, over-eating, and oh-those-so-snarky comments. I’ve managed my anxiety over the years with meditation, journaling, and regular exercise, which all help. But….the pandemic-related issues, social unrest, concern for my family, California wildfires and poor air quality have overwhelmed me. I know I’m not alone. All my usual anxiety-reducing good habits just weren’t working. So…. I dug deeper to explore, learn and…
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Microblog Monday #15–Allow Idle Time
Allow for idle time each day. It is where creativity and renewal flourish. Rest, relaxation and doing “nothing” offer us the valuable space to nourish creative ideas. We can hear the quiet whispers of new ideas and insights if only we turn off the noise of busy-ness and activity.
