So incredibly timely for me, thank you for this post! I started counseling last month for the first time in my life and something that came up was using self-compassion, which feels closely related to this post. The phrase that I’ve been using is “it’s okay that I didn’t/couldn’t…” Wanted to add this thought here in case it can help someone else 🥰
So not exactly related to this post, but thought I would shared because your posts inspired this idea! I teach a lifestyle considerations in nursing course and I am going to start including a section at the end of each module in Blackboard called “module moods” so I can share a meal, song, book recommendation, journal prompts and other resources related to whatever the topic is for that module!
“Don’t pick green tomatoes” -- woah. So good. I actually had a light bulb moment this week when I realized my worries *usually* are about what MIGHT happen. Such a simple realization but a powerful one. Really helped me empower myself to know I will handle whatever MAY happen, IF it happens.
Also a note on gratitude - so incredible to think that truly all the good peace and joy you feel in your life is ultimately a result of being rooted in gratitude. I also felt that realizing gratitude is a practice was particularly transformative for me.
I love your #7 and to name what’s true. I can get so lost in the what ifs and overthink it. Listing what’s true and good is calming and I love the reminder to ask what can I control and do it and what can’t I control and surrender it. I needed that reminder this week! Hope you’re feeling better!
We got the stomach bug too and had to reschedule our son’s first birthday party because of it 😭 but your first tip is helpful to think about! Yes it was sad to cancel, but at least we got over it in a couple days and didn’t spread to all the family 🙂
Oh my goodness... I am so sorry that happened. Sending love to your sweet fam-- and happy FIRST birthday to your son. Congrats on your first year of motherhood!
Mmmmm, such a tender time. Sending tons of love & care your way as you navigating the preggo/working juggle. You're doing GREAT (even when it doesn't feel like it)
I’m a chronic “what if-er” and will definitely be telling myself not to pick green tomatoes moving forward! A witty way to lighten to mood & get honest with it
So incredibly timely for me, thank you for this post! I started counseling last month for the first time in my life and something that came up was using self-compassion, which feels closely related to this post. The phrase that I’ve been using is “it’s okay that I didn’t/couldn’t…” Wanted to add this thought here in case it can help someone else 🥰
Oooooh, that is lovely. So proud of you for investing in your own growth & journey. Glad you are here, Skye!
So not exactly related to this post, but thought I would shared because your posts inspired this idea! I teach a lifestyle considerations in nursing course and I am going to start including a section at the end of each module in Blackboard called “module moods” so I can share a meal, song, book recommendation, journal prompts and other resources related to whatever the topic is for that module!
Oh my goodness, I love this.... your students are so lucky to have you, Meg. Truly!
Aww thank you! Your students are so lucky to have you, as well!
“Don’t pick green tomatoes” -- woah. So good. I actually had a light bulb moment this week when I realized my worries *usually* are about what MIGHT happen. Such a simple realization but a powerful one. Really helped me empower myself to know I will handle whatever MAY happen, IF it happens.
Also a note on gratitude - so incredible to think that truly all the good peace and joy you feel in your life is ultimately a result of being rooted in gratitude. I also felt that realizing gratitude is a practice was particularly transformative for me.
Mmmmm, yes. WE MUST RESIST THE GREEN TOMATOES, ABIGAIL. I'm in it with ya!
I love your #7 and to name what’s true. I can get so lost in the what ifs and overthink it. Listing what’s true and good is calming and I love the reminder to ask what can I control and do it and what can’t I control and surrender it. I needed that reminder this week! Hope you’re feeling better!
Thank you, Lenore! over-thinkers unite 😮💨✨🤣
Loved this today. Just what I needed! HAPPY FRIDAY!
Happy Friday indeed! I felt such a shift of energy today. NEEDED.
We got the stomach bug too and had to reschedule our son’s first birthday party because of it 😭 but your first tip is helpful to think about! Yes it was sad to cancel, but at least we got over it in a couple days and didn’t spread to all the family 🙂
Oh my goodness... I am so sorry that happened. Sending love to your sweet fam-- and happy FIRST birthday to your son. Congrats on your first year of motherhood!
Love this! Currently first time pregnant and self employed and thinking about maaaany weird things a little too often 😅🙃
Mmmmm, such a tender time. Sending tons of love & care your way as you navigating the preggo/working juggle. You're doing GREAT (even when it doesn't feel like it)
I’m a chronic “what if-er” and will definitely be telling myself not to pick green tomatoes moving forward! A witty way to lighten to mood & get honest with it
Isn’t it so cute?! i love it. (And need the reminder too, haha.)
Here to say I also needed this and also had a bit of a rough week. Seeing a pattern here?!
In it together, lady! Hoping you feel recalibrated this weekend! Xx, Kate
Oh boy, I really need this post today after a difficult work week. THANK YOU!!
Sending love your way, Cara!