I have recently been introduced to the term
“self-care” and let me tell you, it is definitely something I needed in my
life. Doing everything on my day to day to-do list can be stressful at times, as
I imagine it can be for others. Sometimes the hardest thing for me to do is
take a step back, read a good book, do some yoga and just unwind. I am
convinced that there is something in my DNA that prevents me from saying “no”-
whether its work related or family related I feel inclined to help.
One thing I’ve learned in my journey to self-care
is that it is OK to say no sometimes. I have to take care of myself to be a
better resource and complete my tasks well. Having little time and what seems
like a million things to do, I have found that any time I have to unwind is
well spent with a little set of tunes.
Music has always been an important part of my
life. No I’m not an amazing singer or anything (unless I’m singing my heart out
in my car or the shower) but I love the meaning that music brings. Anything and
everything I feel can be transmitted through a song. Certain songs remind me of
specific people, events, and even lessons and I find that amazing.
When I feel like I am overwhelmed, without fail
listening to my favorite jams is a quick way to clear my head, take some “me”
time and go on with my day. Just like memories, music can take me back to my
life lessons whether they were about dealing with heartbreak, depression,
angst, genuine happiness, and of course love-especially love. And then there are songs that give me hope and the
sense that everything will be right with the world eventually; Songs that have
me feeling like I can take over the world because, well, I am me.
What is it that you do for self-care?
