Growing up in a home where laziness was not acceptable and anything that needed to be done if you didn’t hop right on it, well then, that was laziness.
Disconnect to reconnect. Recently I have been involved with coaching for burn out recovery. In this process I have learned a lot about myself and my perception of things that I had not realized or was just completely ignorant to. Disconnecting is now vital for my well being and sanity. I was unaware that clinical burnout is a thing.
Burnout is far more than just needing to take a day off and regroup. It necessitates a complete overhaul in my thinking.
Perhaps work and business has been an escape from dealing with life. Not just since my son’s death but perhaps since child hood. Everyone has their way of dealing with life..both the good and the bad..just surviving it on some days. I have retreated into work the last year more than ever. Whether it’s the actual paying job or daily household care…I can make it a job..my job. Disconnecting has not been an option. When one disconnects…one thinks…scary place at times that thinking.
My coach has gently reminded me that even God took a day of rest after creation. I will now protect one of my days off with a vengeance. My mental health is now demanding it. God has graciously been showing me daily in my quiet time many verses on rest. No coincidence those are the verses I just happen to open up each day.
For many of us, I am sure, disconnecting is not easy. Whether an executive that many depend on, to the mom at home whose children depend on her…stopping to reconnect with our very soul…is not only difficult but feels impossible. Our souls yearn for it. Our bodies and minds must have it to survive.
I have spoken to the urgency to stop and just be for years…so in the upcoming months I am actually going to put “breathing” and “being” on my list with the work of recovering myself. Take time today to check in with yourself and see where you might find a resting spot for your body, mind and spirit. Don’t wait for burnout to hit…be like Nike, just do it! Do it for yourself and all those you love or interact with.
I am not clinically burned out yet but every warning sign is there blaring its red lights and horn! Don’t wait for those sirens and all it can lead to …not just mental but the physical issues that will ensue as well..stop and breathe a few days. Retreat, regroup and reconnect.
Sending…peace, love and light your way …Namaste 🪷🪷🪷
Reflections on Life’s Journeys 