I wrote this week’s post in advance. And I’ll post it two weeks in a row.
You won’t see me writing in real time from some fabulous location about how wonderful it is to be on vacation. That doesn’t sound restful to me.
I won’t write, or see clients, even though those are my favorite things to do.
Rest for me means not working, yes. It also means creating an empty space where creativity can begin.
I decided years ago to take real rest once a year, as a way to restore and reconnect with my creativity.
And I have to tell you it works. I come back from vacation with big ideas, big energy, and big courage.
When I don’t, I can get into a swirl of negativity, fear, lack, and anxiety.
So in the spirit of deep self-care and your courage, energy, and creativity, I offer a few ideas. Use them with gusto, or just move the needle a little:
You won’t see me writing in real time from some fabulous location about how wonderful it is to be on vacation. That doesn’t sound restful to me.
I won’t write, or see clients, even though those are my favorite things to do.
Rest for me means not working, yes. It also means creating an empty space where creativity can begin.
I decided years ago to take real rest once a year, as a way to restore and reconnect with my creativity.
And I have to tell you it works. I come back from vacation with big ideas, big energy, and big courage.
When I don’t, I can get into a swirl of negativity, fear, lack, and anxiety.
So in the spirit of deep self-care and your courage, energy, and creativity, I offer a few ideas. Use them with gusto, or just move the needle a little:
- Leave the computer at home.
- Turn your phone ringer on so you don’t have to check it every two minutes.
- Get a map.
- Don’t get an Apple watch!
- Take two weeks if you can.
- Create no device periods for the family.
- Reserve in advance — it’s brutal these days.
- Reach out to friends along your route.
- Try something that is thrilling, even scary.
- If you feel tired, it’s OK to sit around for a day, even in a faraway place.
- If sitting around IS your vacation, enjoy it! And maybe find one experience that will expand your mind.
Have a wonderful end of the summer, and see you in September!
My best,
Claire
My best,
Claire