What a final sentence! Certainly relate to the produce-or-you're-nothing feeling. My publishing rate has slowed down this year too, partly because of chronic (and honestly maddening) health issues. Struggling with acceptance and this was very comforting to read.
I find that almost every post I try to write is wrestling with this! What's the line between self-care and self-indulgence? Sometimes it feels hazier than usual...but I do think that no matter what, gentleness can't be bad? Right? Shrug emoji?
Sounds like a reliable rule of thumb alright! I've never been that into mantras before, but lately I've been responding really well to 15-20 minutes a day of deep breathing & 'I choose love' (for myself first off, then other people by extension). Amazing how much it helps.
What a final sentence! Certainly relate to the produce-or-you're-nothing feeling. My publishing rate has slowed down this year too, partly because of chronic (and honestly maddening) health issues. Struggling with acceptance and this was very comforting to read.
I find that almost every post I try to write is wrestling with this! What's the line between self-care and self-indulgence? Sometimes it feels hazier than usual...but I do think that no matter what, gentleness can't be bad? Right? Shrug emoji?
Sounds like a reliable rule of thumb alright! I've never been that into mantras before, but lately I've been responding really well to 15-20 minutes a day of deep breathing & 'I choose love' (for myself first off, then other people by extension). Amazing how much it helps.