So, did you do it... make yet another New Year’s Resolution?
AT THE END OF THE YEAR many make a commitment to start a project, kick a bad habit, or change a lifestyle that is generally interpreted as advantageous. We often look at these resolutions as something we must ‘give up’ or ‘have to do’.
Every day it seems we are more and more engulfed in a myriad of tasks and responsibilities. We play many roles — spouse, parent, sibling, child, friend, and employee. Sometimes it feels as if we lose ourselves in our relationships, in our nurturing roles, and in the busyness of life! How often does it seem like your life has become a series of tasks to complete, rather than moments to enjoy? We often get so caught up in the DOING that we forget to BE.
Usually the first thing to go in this whirlwind of activity is time for ourselves. Lack of time for ourselves often leads to feeling frustrated, tired, overwhelmed and out of balance. Without this time for self, we lose sight of what’s important to us and of what we need to be our best.
If you are feeling like life is out of control, that you are undervalued, that you are too busy, or if you put the needs of others consistently before your own, then it is time to create some time and space for yourself. Taking time for yourself allows you to renew, heal, and create reserves of energy and peace. Honoring yourself enables you to discover your truth, access your creativity and experience a sense of peace, wholeness, purpose, and balance.
Taking time for yourself is really about self-care and is an extremely important component to creating the life you want. When you take time for yourself it allows you to stop doing for awhile and to just BE. It is in the "being" where your power lies. You automatically raise your standards and capabilities and create potential and possibility in your life. When you honor and nurture yourself, you can hear your inner voice much more clearly—you can hear your own truth and this connection enables you to live authentically.
This year may your New Year’s Resolution include time for yourself! 