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co-workers do) to break up the day?
Last week, I started taking mid-day breaks, and I found this new schedule energizing and inspiring. I still rose early, but instead of rushing through a workout routine with one eye on the clock, I did a short meditation session, made lunch for myself and the kids, emptied the dishwasher, and drank coffee leisurely while NPRs Morning Edition kept me company. I looked forward to working out and the healthy lunch after that felt like a reward for a morning's work well-done vs. a pre-dawn penance.
Two down, how many more 'truths' about myself to go?
What if I had time to do the things I've always wanted to do, but made excuse after excuse to avoid failing? What if I asked for help when needed instead of burning out or hiding behind a mask of perfection?
Anything is possible.
Busting these first two myths is just the beginning. After all, it might still be true that I can Exceed the Requirements for creating a happy life, even if I'm no longer perfect.