In case you missed it, the last few months of my life have been filled with transition, stress, moving, traveling, and dealing with physical pain. There have certainly been good things, but mostly it’s just been ALL THE THINGS. To say I’m tired would be to say that Dwayne Johnston is strong. I’m physically exhausted, but more notably, my soul is worn out.
Because of ALL THE THINGS, I don’t currently have a permanent home (I have a roof over my head because I have really great friends) and my bank account feels a little anemic. So when I was advised yesterday, by someone I respect and trust, to spend the next month focusing on self-care and replenishing my soul, I said I’d have to think about how to actually do that. And I’m a little stumped.
It’s easy to do self-care when you have time, money, and a physical space. Go out to dinner with your friends. Get a massage. Buy a nice bottle of whiskey. Go on vacation. Stay home and sleep all day.
So what does self-care look like while on a budget, living in someone’s guest room, working full-time, volunteering at church, and trying to maintain your status as a decent human being?
Oh, that wasn’t rhetorical – I’m actually asking. I don’t have answers.
I mean, I have a few ideas, but I need help.
I said all this to a friend this morning and she immediately responded with, “Have friends make you brunch!” (Which was exactly what was happening at that moment. Did I mention I have really great friends?)
I thought that was a great idea, so I decided I’d ask all of you for more ideas. What do you do to replenish your soul that doesn’t cost a lot or require a home?
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