When I was a younger woman, weekends were especially challenging, knowing that my friends, my previous co-workers, and many others my age were usually out socializing… shopping, going to the beach, the movies, lunch, dinner… whatever other host of entertaining things to be had in our small city. I however, was home, where I spent 90% of my time doing the delicate dance of trying to still work part-time and keep up with the rigid requirements of my chronic illness and multitude of symptoms.
As I have aged (now 40), I barely even notice if it is a Saturday or Sunday, I don’t feel any pull or and pressure as if I am missing out on something. I have practiced hard and steadfast to create an inner state of peace and appreciation for my life, and I know my decision to stay at hone and care for my body on a weekend is making myself a priority and is a deep commitment to give myself the best self-care possible. Be you, do what you need to do for you. Don’t be afraid of what you are missing out on by pushing your body further than where it wants to go… you will be missing out on a lot more if you push so hard your body crashes, or you become hospitalized or worse.
All my love,
~Chronically_unshakable
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