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
It gives me great joy know that I'll have the opportunity to read your writing and share your thoughts through your blog. Thank you for this gift!
ReplyDeleteThank you Bryn! I am happy to share!
DeleteNever thought of you as high maintenance, but I guess you are! Still amazed at all the things you are able to do.
ReplyDeleteHa ha me neither, but I guess I AM! Thank you Paul! <3
DeleteI found on my journey this past year that focusing on self and self care results in untapped and unimaginable energy -- and that spending time giving your mind, body and spirit what it needs is worth the time and effort. Love your message!
ReplyDeleteLove light and bliss♡ constant inner eternal light♡guiding my soul to peace. When I find my truth thru looking/feeling inward I find serenity and peace by being in the moment. I have been struggling with finding my truth and peace for years now because It's been hard for me to sit still thru my cluttered being. I have been craving my higher self for a while now and have been consciously doing inner work to become cleared of the clutter that blocks me from my higher self at times. Thank you for starting the blog :) I feel hopeful that I will evolve further into my truth through stepping out of my comfort zone and sharing my journey as well.
ReplyDeleteWonderful Monet! You're welcome. Yes, that is what it is all about, stepping out and sharing. We all have a lot to learn from eachother. :)
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