Getting back to the basics
My life has been a bit hectic the past week...and by hectic I mean, not my usual routine. I always notice when I stray from the normal. I feel fine but something inside me gets so darn anxious. My research has been going great and that has kept me (my brain) focused on what is intellectually important and it's kept me motivated on accomplishing that goal...but what about my Spirit? Yes, Spirit suffers when I get wrapped up in one side of my world. This isn't just a "client thing" it's also an advisor thing...a HUMAN thing...
It's easy to get wrapped up and so focused on one thing and neglect your needs. As for me, I require about 3 baths a week and daily mediation of at least 30 minutes. Why? Otherwise I feel absolutely off-kilter. When I was a kid my mom said I needed a daily bath and I'd get upset when it was less than 10 minutes... little did I know my tub crayon obsession was helping to keep me clean and clear. I haven't had a bath in a week. No, I'm not smelly...I've showered but I haven't done my normal epsom salt-lots of bubbles-listen to the radio until I almost fall asleep-bath. Today when I slipped into the tub, I felt every inch of the crap I accumulated over the past week just melt away. I didn't even realize how much I needed that bath until I took it. Another important aspect of my life is cooking fresh food. I've been so busy that I've gotten myself wrapped up in the fast and easy meals. I'm not a health freak but I know that my Spirit requires vegetables. In fact, just writing about making fresh Thai food is making my mouth water *drools*
So, I'm made a pact with myself to make the basics a priority once again. I haven't felt much like doing readings or tuning in or advising and now I know why--my Spirit was God only knows where...but it wasn't "home" all the time. The basics differ for everyone but here are some ideas:
1.) eating or cooking fresh meals
2.) taking long showers or baths
3.) exercising
4.) practicing a creative hobby
5.) dancing or singing
6.) spending time with pets and friends
7.) making a night for "me"
8.) reading a good book
9.) spending an evening (or day if you can stand it) in silence...not TV, no phone, nothing
10.) not doing any work...no housework, actual work
I'm so grateful for following my gut which said, "You HAVE to take off from work early and get in the tub!" The rest of the week already looks free and clear. :)