the opportunity to recover . Not to mention the guilt that sneaks in when I think about doing something just for me .
Intellectually , I know I need self-care and time to rest . I have done the work and I know the tools . Yet , I find myself teetering on the precipice of overwhelm and burnout .
As we are entering the season of rest and restoration , this is the perfect time to surrender and allow yourself to let go of the things that aren ’ t serving you . I know this , alone , can sound overwhelming . These are the steps I have taken to combat overwhelm and avoid burnout .
1 Gratitude
This practice is often referred to in spiritual growth and personal development circles , but true intention and action is often watered down . I am guilty of just going through the motions sometimes . My personal gratitude practice takes only a few minutes every day . In all honesty , I have such a full schedule that I have chosen to devote only a few minutes to each element I will discuss here . My desire is that you can also learn to craft your personal practice to support and encourage harmony , peace and joy in your life .
Every day I identify 3 things that I am grateful for and I spend a total of 3 minutes on this . I envision each of the things I have chosen , I send love , grace and appreciation to this vision . I allow the frequency and feeling of gratitude to flow through me and settle in my heart . I do this for each of the 3 things I am focusing on each day . One really cool “ side effect ” I have noticed is that sometimes , in the morning , I don ’ t feel great when I wake up . After this gratitude energy infusion , I always feel better .
As we are entering the season of rest and restoration , this is the perfect time to surrender and allow yourself to let go of the things that aren ’ t serving you .
2 Breathe
Despite having a well laid plan , I often find my day spiraling out of control . As soon as I notice this happening , or the niggle of anxiety that creeps up when I am reminded of the mile-long list of things that need my attention , I stop and take pause . In the space when I intentionally break the flow of negative energy , I take a deep breath - the super deep kind that you generally don ’ t take . I see that breath flow deep into my body and nourish all the nooks and crannies that my anxious shallow breathing has been neglecting . After a few of these breaths , I ask myself , “ does this really matter ” or “ how can I shift my energy RIGHT NOW ?”
Typically , the action of breaking the flow of negative energy alone , invites in a shift that allows me to alter the direction of my day . If things are really heavy , I will get up and walk around outside if I can get there . Inside , is ok , but outside is best for me . Distance allows your soul to find its center and breathe !
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