Wow 2020...…. What is going on?!
So much uncertainty fuelling fears out there in our communities. Our world has been turned upside down and I for one have definitely felt the impact of Covid19. Fortunately I have not had the virus myself but the emotional impact has been overwhelming at times. I have listened to friends who have never experienced any mental health issues suddenly being thrown into an emotional turmoil not understanding why they are feeling the way they are. We are now starting to slowly move out of 'lock down' and with this comes a whole new set of fears. Human contact is something I am longing for. All my work has been via video call for over 3 months now and whilst I feel it is better than nothing - I am so looking forward to seeing clients in person again very soon. I am trying really hard to focus on being in the present. Reminding myself that in this exact moment in time - I am safe and well. I am trying to find things I am grateful for everyday but also allowing myself the time to feel the 'frustrations' when they arise but letting them pass and not take hold. I am reminding myself I do have choices and whilst I may not be able to control what is happening in the outside world I can control how I respond to all the uncertainty. We have to acknowledge what is going on but we don't have to live it 24/7. I am so sorry for all those who have suffered or lost loved ones to this virus. All I have right now is hope. Stay safe and well xx
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February will soon be gone.
Time is passing by so quickly. I'm grateful for all I have in my life right now, both the good and the bad. Life can get complicated at times, because that's just how life is. But we do have some control as to how we respond to the negative, stressful situations that arise in our day to day life. Talking about 'stuff' should never be underestimated. It can be life changing. If there is something in your life that you want to take control of and change seek some professional support. Time is passing by and we never know what tomorrow will bring. Hoping everyone is surviving January.
It can be a strange month. One of new beginnings, trying to get our finances sorted after the Christmas expense. Self care is essential and we should schedule it into our daily routine regardless of how busy we are. In reading about trauma I came across this and wanted to share. So thought provoking. 'Fire can warm or consume, Water can quench or drown, Wind can caress or cut. And so it is with human relationships, We can both create and destroy, Nurture or terrorise, Traumatise and heal each other' Dr Bruce D Perry We all have the opportunity to be part of the solution :) Well yep, Christmas is officially over for another year!
Just new year to get through now. So many of us will be making new year resolutions 'again'. Maybe giving up lots of things we actually like doing. The 'naughty' treats we take great pleasure in indulging in. My new year promise to myself is to keep going, doing what I'm doing. Maybe get a bit more active. Maybe smaller portions with more fruit n veg. But hey...……… I am so not going to beat myself up about it. We are all human and sometimes its just what we need. We need to try and be a little more compassionate with ourselves. Because we are doing ok! So let me take this opportunity to wish you a Happy New Year :) |
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