Since these posts are about making space for ourselves in December, today I’m considering our mental space.
When I have a busy time ahead, I often forget that making a list makes things better.
Not only does it clear out my brain but it also lets me see just how much I am trying to take on in the weeks ahead. Seeing it all written (or typed) out helps me to notice if I am taking on too much (almost certainly), if there are unnecessary things crowding my to do list, and if there are items I can reschedule or ask others for help with.
I know the suggestion to make a list isn’t new but since I often find myself ‘too busy to make a list’, I thought you might find yourself in the same situation.
So, here’s your gentle reminder that making a list frees up some brainspace, helps you to see the sheer volume of little tasks that are bouncing around in your head, and it can help you decide which tasks are vital and which can wait.
Meanwhile, though, if a list will add to your stress, feel free to ignore me. You are the boss of you!
And, as always, I wish you ease and peace of mind as you make some extra space for yourself in your own life.
In other news, here are your movement and mindfulness links for today:
Step 1: Strength training!
Here’s a strength training workout from Senior Shape Fitness called “10 Minute Full Body Strength Workout for Beginners & Seniors” and the still image shows the instructor side-on facing to the right. They have their long dark hair in a ponytail and they are wearing dark blue leggings and a light blue top. They are lifting small blue weights and smiling. The wall behind them had a blueish tinge and there is a thin tree with large leaves on the right side of the image.
Step 2: Meditation
Today’s video, “5 Minute Meditation for Focus & Clarity | Beat Procrastination & Distraction”, is from Lavendaire. The still image is of a person sitting in a meditation posture (cross-legged, upright, eyes closed, arms slightly forward so the backs of the hands are on the knees) The person is wearing white pants and black shirt and looks very peaceful sititng on a white couch with a two photos of a grassy field on the wall behind them.
I'm a writer/storyteller/director/creativity & lifestory coach with a black belt in ITF Taekwon-do. I read voraciously and I write like my fingers are on fire.
I'm the founder and Chair of the Association for the Arts in Mount Pearl and I'm a former president of the St. John's Storytelling Festival.
I bake a mean chocolate chip cookie.
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