A shift in energy: do you give to yourself?
Last week I wrote about gratitude — on appreciating others and what you have. Isn’t it such a joy to be grateful for others and in turn give them that joy?
Today, I want to take a step back and focus on how we give to ourselves. Earlier today when talking with a dear friend, she said something that really struck me. “I think we tend to just give to other people and don’t take time for ourselves.” BINGO. She hit the nail on the head.
I give my energy to friends + family (because I love them).
I give my all in my job, and go above and beyond to get things done.
I give my time to other people…a lot.
I give handmade gifts + presents + treats.
I give myself…with no expectation of anything in return.
But the question is, what am I giving to myself? As we enter 2015 — a brand new year of exciting, magical things– one of my intentions is to GIVE MORE to me.This means spending more time doing the things I love, you know “me things.”
I’m a hard worker and tend to give 110% of myself to anything I commit to (be it work, relationships, or projects). This year I want to make sure I also dedicate 110% of my energy to myself. The time has come to quit putting myself on the back burner.
This means saying no more often.
This means scheduling writing time to work on my book (and sticking to it).
This means spending quiet time with myself to reflect on things.
This means doing more yoga + meditation.
This means spending more time with my hubby (without my iPhone or emails distracting me)
This means unplugging. A lot.
It’s time to give back…to myself. 2015, I’m ready for you!
Who’s with me? Are you giving enough to yourself? How can you shift your energy + schedule around to make more time for YOU?
