When the day doesn’t go as planned, usually by a negative unplanned event, I just fall apart and give up on the original plan. I have a lot of anxiety about not getting things done.
I also just read - or at least, skimmed, the Comfort Crisis. I just could not get behind the bro-i-ness of the whole thing and the fact that the author is sloppy with the way he reads the science (to paraphrase - we're living longer, but we are also getting more diseases is one of his main talking points early on - uh yeah. a lot of diseases are associated with advanced age..... honestly, I was turned off from the intro where he referred to stressors that humans have faced for *millions* of years - millions? oy.)
However, I think there is a core message in there which is important to reflect on which is that discomfort is important for our development individually and socially. I don't think this is a particularly new idea, we have lots of language around character being "forged in the crucible of combat" - but it's interesting to note that there is science to support that. I don't think it means we need to all go on month-long treks in the Denali to be better people, but I do think that we need to be more willing to take on projects that bring us into the discomfort zone.
This was relatable. Taking deep breathes and pause are my go to but sometimes giving space to let "it" happen how "its" happening when expressing the emotions related to situation is as valid. Whew life and it's whirlwinds!
I just wanted to say that I really love your blog. I love your insights, recipes, book recommendations, everything! Thank you for doing this. It's nice to find a blog that is enjoyable to read and helps me escape the stresses of daily life, at least for a little while. I always feel more centered after reading your posts, with a nice push to read or try something new. Thank you!
When I have days like this, I usually give up on the whole day. I take a breather and start over the next day. But, then I'm upset because I feel like I wasted so much time.
Just a heartfelt thank you - I’ve discovered this delicious granola recipe through your post, and have made it almost every week since, making my husband, my coworkers and friends (and myself) happy every time I could offer them a piece. Super easy and really delicious - thank you so much ☺️
When the day doesn’t go as planned, usually by a negative unplanned event, I just fall apart and give up on the original plan. I have a lot of anxiety about not getting things done.
I also just read - or at least, skimmed, the Comfort Crisis. I just could not get behind the bro-i-ness of the whole thing and the fact that the author is sloppy with the way he reads the science (to paraphrase - we're living longer, but we are also getting more diseases is one of his main talking points early on - uh yeah. a lot of diseases are associated with advanced age..... honestly, I was turned off from the intro where he referred to stressors that humans have faced for *millions* of years - millions? oy.)
However, I think there is a core message in there which is important to reflect on which is that discomfort is important for our development individually and socially. I don't think this is a particularly new idea, we have lots of language around character being "forged in the crucible of combat" - but it's interesting to note that there is science to support that. I don't think it means we need to all go on month-long treks in the Denali to be better people, but I do think that we need to be more willing to take on projects that bring us into the discomfort zone.
I really appreciate you sharing days like this in your emails.
This was relatable. Taking deep breathes and pause are my go to but sometimes giving space to let "it" happen how "its" happening when expressing the emotions related to situation is as valid. Whew life and it's whirlwinds!
I just wanted to say that I really love your blog. I love your insights, recipes, book recommendations, everything! Thank you for doing this. It's nice to find a blog that is enjoyable to read and helps me escape the stresses of daily life, at least for a little while. I always feel more centered after reading your posts, with a nice push to read or try something new. Thank you!
When I have days like this, I usually give up on the whole day. I take a breather and start over the next day. But, then I'm upset because I feel like I wasted so much time.
Just a heartfelt thank you - I’ve discovered this delicious granola recipe through your post, and have made it almost every week since, making my husband, my coworkers and friends (and myself) happy every time I could offer them a piece. Super easy and really delicious - thank you so much ☺️