high-main·te·nance
adjective
- needing a lot of work to keep in good condition.
My on-going intention is to create B A L A N C E in my life between all of the things I love. The only problem is, I love a lot of different things! :) I love to surf, prepare delicious homemade food, use my Champion Juicer and VitaMix as much as possible, be outside in the sun, have time alone, walk on the beach, read books to and play with my kids, Eli (8) and Harper (5), have family time, date nights with my hubby, Paul, go on vacations, make mala necklaces, draw mandalas, do yoga, go to Kettlebells class (this is new for me!), meditate, see my clients, hang out with local friends and stay connected to those not local, give and recieve Reiki, teach classes, study about healing crystals and essential oils, read inspirational books, keep my house organized (yes, I do love this!), and probably about a million other things.
I also really love to help people, and I feel like that is my Dharma or purpose in this life. I know when I am getting out of balance because I feel depleted. I get depleted when I put others needs before my own needs (what?! moms putting others needs before their own?!) I have very high energy most of the time and feel like the Energizer Bunny, because I just "keep going and going..." However, I have learned that to create the balance that I am always seeking, I have put myself first. If I am getting enough sleep, eating well, surfing, exercising and meditating regularly, I am more kind and patient, calm and centered with my family, and I have plenty of energy to help others. "My Cup Runneth Over!" It seems like common sense but it I have learned that it takes a lot of effort to take care of myself. So being high maintenance, despite some of its negative connotations, is not only ok, it is neccessary for my maintaining my optimal health and achieving balance.
Love and light,
Kelowna
Roseta Circa 2000
Love and light,
Kelowna
