Conversation – 15

Loaf,
So much happening. I hope all will be well for him. Sometimes you just want to scream….What Is Happening! Someone close to me is going through something. It is some testing. I pray for all asking for help to those who need. Know that includes all of you. I know we all can count our blessings too. I’m glad you got your nails done. It’s always nice to see a fresh manicure. What color did you get? I love ya Loaf. ♡♡♡

BEEN HAVING TROUBLE GETTING IN TO VISIT . KEEP GETTING SENT TO SIGHN IN LOL. TAKES LONG TO CHECK IN . SHEBA I DID NOT KNOW ABOUT YOUR NIECE . PLEASE KNOW SHE IS IN MY PRAYERS . WE ALL NEED STRENGH DURING THESE TIMES SO I HOPE YOU ARE FINDING A WAY AND I AM PRAYING FOR YOU . PLEASE HAVE A PEACEFUL NIGHT . THINGS WILL GET BETTER . LOVE AND PRAYERS LOAF . MCPOOPOO I WISH I WERE DOWNTOWN ENJOYING THE VIEW . ITS A GREAT HOTEL INDEED . MY DAUGHTERS FATHER IN LAW GOT SICK AND THEY SAID HE HAD A VIRUS . IS A FAIRLY YOUNG MAN AND HE COULD NOT WALK OR USE HIS ARMS . NOW HE IS IN A REHAB DOING A LITTLE BETTER AFTER A LONG HOSPITAL STAY . I RAN OUT TODAY TO MY NAIL SALON TO JUST RELAX. ALL YOU LADIES HAVE A GREAT WEEK HUGS LOAF .

BEEN HAVING TROUBLE GETTING IN TO VISIT . KEEP GETTING SENT TO SIGHN IN LOL. TAKES LONG TO CHECK IN . SHEBA I DID NOT KNOW ABOUT YOUR NIECE . PLEASE KNOW SHE IS IN MY PRAYERS . WE ALL NEED STRENGH DURING THESE TIMES SO I HOPE YOU ARE FINDING A WAY AND I AM PRAYING FOR YOU . PLEASE HAVE A PEACEFUL NIGHT . THINGS WILL GET BETTER . LOVE AND PRAYERS LOAF .

4 all in the Community. ♥

Balancing Self with Family Life

Taking time for daily self-care is vital and necessary and should not be seen as a luxury.

Many of us have a hard time balancing taking care of ourselves with taking care of our family responsibilities. For people with young children, this can be especially challenging, but even people without children have obligations to care for extended family, partners, pets, and the home in which they live. It’s easy to lose track of our own needs as we give ourselves to the people, pets, and places we love. However, it is essential to their well-being that we take care of ourselves, filling our own wells with water so that we have something to offer when we return home each day.

It is easy to get caught up in the demands of home life because they never stop. There is always one more thing you can do, another dish in the sink, a counter that needs wiping, or a person who needs a ride somewhere. If you don’t set some boundaries, you will find yourself on an endless journey of housework and doing for others. Eventually, you will probably feel drained and out of touch with your inner life force. Instead of waiting for this to happen, integrate self-care into your daily schedule. Even Buddha insisted that he have one hour completely to himself every day. There are times when even that will not be possible–for example, with a new baby or a sick relative. At times like this, retreating inward energetically can be a lifesaver. You can always find five minutes to close your eyes and breathe consciously. You may even be able to meditate.

Most of the time, though, it is possible to set aside a full hour for yourself each day. In addition, scheduling a longer interval of time, perhaps on a weekly basis, can really help to restore your energy. Get a massage or go to a movie or out with a friend. Taking time to experience the world outside of your home makes returning home all the more wonderful. In the same way, taking care of yourself is a natural complement to taking care of your home and family.

Amen. ♥

@loaf,

Have a wonderful day. ♥

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