I'm feeling bogged down, which is a no-no. I am trying to learn the Art of Extreme Self-Care as well as respect my needs as a Highly Sensitive Person.
So why am I fooling around with Twitter? Yet another app to update... I have a hard enough time remembering to do Facebook. (though I am sure I heard there was a way to coordinate Facebook with Twitter)
I do have a lot on my plate. So? What should I scrape off and feed to the dog?
I have homeschooling in the a.m.. If I am not homeschooling I am doing something else with Zoe. In between I am doing household chores, responding to emails, blogging, Facebook, and possibly some online research.
After lunch I need to go for a walk. That is something I REALLY need to do.
Then I have from 2:00 - 5:00 to work on my own projects, which are:
Writing a novel (currently researching the psychological profiles of psychopaths, and more MBTI).
Reading and working through three different personal growth books.
Doing the preparation necessary to be Zoe's teacher, which includes:
Keeping up with homeschooling news
Keeping up with Gifted news
Reading emails from 10 or so online groups I follow
Reading the 10 or so blogs I follow (this is not just for homeschooling but I do sometimes get good homeschooling advice and recommendations)
Reading the Local News
Reading various parenting, educating books, articles, etc
Or I have to take Zoe to her classes: Music, Japanese, Choir, Gymnastics
Gamemastering a role-playing game from Pere and Zoe. I started GMing in highschool. I haven't been a GM in about 10 years but recently I have been playing in another game with Pere and some friends and really enjoying it. Zoe really wants to play a role-playing game so I am making one we can do at home. More on that later.
In the evenings I watch TV with Pere, and multi-task doing more of all of the above. Soon his MBA program will start assigning homework and I will have more time to work on my projects (although it is a bittersweet trade off because I do need copious amounts of Pere time.)
SO, I need to tone it down. I need some quiet meditation time. It has been recommended that I spend at least one hour a day in meditation or quiet reflection or just lying in bed.
Hmmm... I just don't know. I guess I could try it for a week, it is summer after all. I could see if it's worth it.
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Sounds to me like you need to invest in some bubble bath, or a nice cup of tea on the porch... You're under enough stress lately, don't let yourself get burned out.
ReplyDeleteI don't know how you keep up with it all. You must have great stamina. I look forward to the days when I might have some quiet time while my kids are pursuing their own interests.
ReplyDeleteYou know, I do not understand Facebook or Twitter.
To me that sounds like a lot, but if you still feel like you have a lot of energy for activities then it is probably fine for you.
ReplyDeleteI don't participate in Twitter or Facebook. I rarely post in forums, and canceled cable TV. I can't do it all. My computer desktop is mess with open documents, and projects, I have at least a dozen books I'm reading, and my commitment to my daughter takes a large percentage of time . I am happy to do it, but somethings have had to go. I still enjoy the blog format because I find it supportive. I also admire how other people, like yourself, homeschool and manage daily life.
I hear you! It sounds like you are already striving for more balance. I do try to lay down and meditate or rest every afternoon...
ReplyDeleteIt feels indulgent! And wonderful. And I think I'm more relaxed and rested.
With warmth,
Patrice