Take Time
When something traumatic happens to people, such as a miscarriage, people tend to always be in overdrive, meaning that their mind will be constantly thinking about a thousand different things at one time, frantically and OCD-ly going through and organizing their belongings along with everything else in the house. During our times of loss, I would not allow myself to slow down, take in my current feelings and thoughts and accept them, and enjoy the beauty in everyday things around me. Instead, I would mask my emotions by keeping myself busy at home and socially out with friends and family. This sort of behavior eventually caught up to me and I had no other choice than to sit down and take time.
I am a firm believer that God puts us in situations during our lifetime to show us that we do have the strength to get through the hard times especially when we have God in our corner with his boxing gloves on ready to fight the good fight with us. (This topic was discussed in previous blog posts, check them out!) I am also a firm believer that God puts us through situations to teach us lessons. Lessons of faith, family, strength and taking time.
Living in a world that is the “go-culture” all the time is extremely tiring on a good day, let alone on days that are physically and emotionally draining. My recent experiences of traveling and having a family, I have learned that it is okay to just be at peace at home and not have to constantly go and do. In my 20’s I would always want to be on the go doing something that is “so much fun” that this type of behavior did not allow me to rejuvenate my body, mind and soul. It was like I was constantly in “flight” mode.
“Take time to smell the roses” is a saying that most people I am sure have heard before. As I sit here on the back porch in a rocking chair, sipping my morning coffee, I am reminded of the power that is behind that saying. My current view is of two pink rose bushes, a butterfly bush and two beautifully busy hummingbirds eating their sweet morning treat all while the family is still snoozing away. This is a prime example of how I have learned to take time for myself, to allow my mind and body to rejuvenate and to take in all the earth’s beauty around me.
It is important for every human to take time to rest their body, mind and soul no matter their situation. A rested body and mind are a healthy body and mind. I would love to hear from you all on how you do or plan to take time for yourself. Please share on social media, you never know how your idea could help someone in need Iike myself just a few years ago!
XOXO
Megan
