"An empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the fuel that allows your light to shine brightly." UnknownThis morning I was talking to a friend who's house burnt down a few months ago. I ended our call with, "Take care of yourself." I often end an email or phone call with "Take care," whether they're recovering from illness, injury, surgery, grief, or some form of trauma. But, how often do I take my own advice?
For instance, I might spend hours of unpaid overtime driven by the thought that if I work harder I won't be the next layoff. And then there's the struggle I have with saying "No" when asked to do something I know I'm not good at, or I'm already over-booked. Or, struggling with saying "Yes" to myself when I have the opportunity for some self-care, but there is some worthy cause short of volunteers.
I'm still learning which things are not in my best interests, but I'm getting better at being pro-active rather than reacting after I crash and burn. Are you finding yourself reacting with guilt-based responses? Have you thought about those things that are, or are not, in your wheelhouse? What can you do now to identify your pro-active self-care boundaries, and be like the caterpillar who instinctively knows how to take care of itself? Lord, give me Your eyes to distinguish between healthy responses to serving others, versus guilt-based responses that jeopardize my emotional health and peace of mind. Amen
“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own, you were bought at a price. Therefore, honor God with your body.” I Corinthians 6:19-20 What are your thoughts? Libby
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