There are days when it is hard to get started. I had a day like that yesterday. It was a rough beginning for me. I took a few moments to gather myself, just sitting with the morning light. I decided rather than fighting that feeling, I would just sit, afterward taking my time. I have an order in which I do things, and things usually flow pretty good. I just slowed myself down and found that focusing a little more than usual helped.
My reaction so many times is to get frustrated with myself, hurry through things just to get them done. By taking my time, I actually got things done quicker in the long run. If we can be patient with others, how about doing that with ourselves, instead of calling myself stupid or what is wrong with you?
Showing myself the same respect as I do others, I feel better, my routine flowed better and so did the rest of my day. Patience and respect for myself, what a difference.
"Patience and respect: they aren't just gifts we give to others. They are the tools we use to build a day that feels good to live in. Yesterday taught me that when I slow down, I actually find my stride.
So, here’s to the slow starts, the deep breaths, and the radical act of being kind to the woman in the mirror. Rock on, ladies."
Marge Farrington OWRO
