Here is the question to write or think about today:
What am I going to do when I take time for myself?
When have I scheduled this time?
One reason I think people {teachers} don't do a great job of taking care of ourselves is because we don't actually have an activity planned or scheduled on the calendar. Then the work of life just takes up all our time.
I just took time for myself. Yesterday I spent the day in Lakeside. I spent time stirring and plotting a revolution of encouragement, inspiration, and empowerment for teachers. While this sounds selfless, it wasn't. My well was feeling so dry, and I needed something to help me recharge. I know of no better place to recharge than Lakeside. I felt my shoulders relax the moment I entered the gates. I learned a new craft and enjoyed lunch at the Hotel Lakeside Cafe. A huge shout out to Chris, Rosalyn, and Mercedes who made my day and fed my spirit. {I also felt guilty because for 2 nights in a row I was not there to put Sam in bed, but remarkably we all survived--better for our time apart!} I'm inviting you to make a plan, and take care of yourself.
What am I going to do when I take time for myself?
When have I scheduled this time?
One reason I think people {teachers} don't do a great job of taking care of ourselves is because we don't actually have an activity planned or scheduled on the calendar. Then the work of life just takes up all our time.
I just took time for myself. Yesterday I spent the day in Lakeside. I spent time stirring and plotting a revolution of encouragement, inspiration, and empowerment for teachers. While this sounds selfless, it wasn't. My well was feeling so dry, and I needed something to help me recharge. I know of no better place to recharge than Lakeside. I felt my shoulders relax the moment I entered the gates. I learned a new craft and enjoyed lunch at the Hotel Lakeside Cafe. A huge shout out to Chris, Rosalyn, and Mercedes who made my day and fed my spirit. {I also felt guilty because for 2 nights in a row I was not there to put Sam in bed, but remarkably we all survived--better for our time apart!} I'm inviting you to make a plan, and take care of yourself.
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