This was my year of ‘being extra’ so I thought I’d check in to see how it’s going. Am I being ‘extra’, more out loud, doing more things, etc? Yes … and no. Thinking and living being extra are two different things, hahaha. And the idea that I should be thriving instead of surviving is just overwhelming so I’ve let go of that. Someone asked where I’d like to be in three years, and I answered that I’d like to be here, but less stressed, having more fun, more balance, etc. And honestly I would have said the same 10 years ago, so what does that even mean, other than I am always feeling busy, on to the next task, or the next thing that someone needs of me? I think it means that I have a full life, and sometimes it’s too full. Maybe what I should have answered is that I’d like a life that is less busy, because that seems more achievable and in my control. I should start making choices that make me feel alive and laugh and smile, and wouldn’t it be great if that could be everyone’s priority, too?
What would you let go of if you could slow down?