Discovery Made!
Following a recent 1:1 session with a client, I reflected on the clarity and steps she discovered. Through our creative conversation, questioning and list making, it was determined her recent vacation to ~ get away from it all ~ had so many aspects she could fill her days with back at home. I compiled the responses for her own list to guide, remind and motivate all she enjoyed while away.
The session before leaving on vacation we talked about a handful of ideas she could incorporate into the trip that embraced selfcare. Journaling, establishing an album on her phone that captured grateful moments and beauty, watching a sunrise….in addition we talked about making a list to keep track of what she enjoyed and made her heart smile. Take notice of situations that happened naturally, without anxiety or emotional struggles. What was she trying that was new, how it felt and would she do it again? Vacations can be time to explore!
Often avoiding out of the box situations feels like the easy answer (it’s that quick fix of not having to feel the panic and the yucky) but in the long run gets us stuck!
Try the exercise for yourself and see what you discover. Perhaps there are things that are really enjoyable while on vacation that can be incorporated into daily life!
Or how about the “Put Off”?!
“Oh I’ll put off using that pocket book until when I’m going somewhere special”. “I’ll save those nice dish towels for another time”.
I actually treated myself to a jumbo pack of jewel tone markers and journal books! ~ Self proclaimed stationary geek here! Picture me raising my hand!!!
Here’s the thing…how is it a treat that I bought myself these special items if I HAVEN’T USED THEM YET???
I’m “waiting for the right time”….UGH!
Dear Readers I am here to say NOW IS THE TIME!
Use those “Put Offs”!
Enjoy vacation adventures when NOT on vacation!
LET’S GET LIVING!