Spring is Coming
I’m taking it way easy this Monday. Today, I woke up and decided to finally book a massage, take a walk, and catch up with a friend before beginning the weekly grind.
It’s funny what a different mental space I’m in than the previous week. If you caught last week’s newsletter, I expressed how much stress I was under because I’d created so many tasks for myself, expecting to be some sort of productivity machine.
Reflecting on the expectations I had for myself and whether they were fair or not allowed me to let go of a lot of pressure, and ease into a lighter week ahead by removing the tasks that could wait.
Despite still being “busy,” and having certain things to do, I feel so much lighter without the stress. I’m focusing on one task at a time, trusting that it will all get done, and stopping to rest when needed. I am supporting my mental (and physical) health in this time of transition, and encourage you to check in with yourself when needed, as well.
Speaking of transitions, it finally feels like spring is near in Salt Lake City. Today was the warmest day I’ve experienced in months. The sky was bright blue, and the wind had the perfect type of cool that makes you feel awake.
It was incredible how much Happier I felt stepping out. Sometimes it can feel like winter will last forever, and with that, the visiting lethargy and gloom. But hang in there. Whether you’re feeling uncomfortably cold, or are going through an emotionally tough patch, each new day can surprise you with a change in weather, mood, or perspective.
Spring is coming!
Gabriela
Freedom-Based Living 