Taming the Crazy-Busy Slice of Life Tuesday
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I read Brene Brown's Daring Greatly: How the Courage to be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead last week. I need constant reminders that being vulnerable isn't a sign of weakness and that striving for perfection is not healthy for me. So much resonated true as I read the book. I came to a halt when I read her term..."crazy-busy."
"We are a culture of people who've bought into the idea that if we stay busy enough, the truth of our lives won't catch up with us."
Wow...was she speaking directly to me? I am the queen of keeping busy so that I don't have to deal with things that might be wrong in my life. I could teach classes on how to stay busy to numb yourself from certain harsh realities, whatever they might be. I tell myself that I should stop, that I need to quiet myself, and the next thing I know, I'm in the middle of being crazy-busy again.
The last 3 weeks have forced me to quiet myself. It's given me the opportunity to start over again and try to find my foundation. I've had a head start on summer break, and learning relearning how to take care of myself is taking precedence. It feels a little selfish, but I know that if I'm going to be any good to others, I need to have a strong foundation for myself.
I created a slide show that illustrates how I'm taking care of myself. I hope it will give others some ideas. We all need to tame the crazy-busy side of ourselves. It is then that we can find peace and strength to face our challenges.
You have surely struck a chord with me on this one! I too often keep busy rather than deal with life! It sure looks to me like you have used your "time" productively! Your gardens are lovely!
ReplyDeleteIt's like you are speaking to me. I'm going to check out the book! Cheers to you and enjoy your less busy!! I know I really need to tame the "crazy-busy" life I'm living.
ReplyDeleteThe truth of our lives catching up with us - that is an interesting thing to ponder. Thanks for sharing your journey towards relaxation and that truth.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely group of pictures, Julie. I think you've captured those good things very well. If you live close to walk to those beautiful places, what a gift! I think I might like sitting in one of those adirondack chairs visiting, visiting!
ReplyDeleteThis was great!!! Loved your gardening pictures...looks like a lot of work...but fun work...and bringing beauty and life to the yard after winter's sleep. Great music too! Looks like you are working on a nice balance...and I hope you are able to continue that. Jackie http://familytrove.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteJust lovely - your words and slideshow were just what I needed to hear, Julie! I've already begun loading up my summer - so your words have extra special meaning.
ReplyDeleteSuch a calming slideshow. So opposite to the term "crazy-busy." I loved the variety of flowerpots. Peace.
ReplyDeleteI am resisting the temptation to try and make my own slideshow. Gardening and flowers...my husband would agree. I love the music. We need to teach ourselves again and again how to. xo
ReplyDeleteI'm learning being still is an art. I hope all is well with you as you are "relearning how to take care of yourself."
ReplyDeleteooh, I loved the slideshow! The combination of the calming music and the photos of what's really important was very touching. Now I just need to try your advice for myself!
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