Do You Feel Alive or Numb?
Which now means, I've created an immense amount of work for myself.
The stress I am feeling is a double-edged sword. The risks I take, the looming deadlines - they are invigorating! In those moments I am keenly aware of how alive I am. It's so much more than going through the motions of life.
Of course, it is also very stressful. Which sometimes leads me to think 'I'd rather be numb'.
It's never enough for me to go through the motions of life. And I also don't honestly want to be numb.
I periodically dive into a heavy work mode of creative production. I develop these grand ideas, get excited, and want to see them executed immediately. It's happening. Now.
So what is the solution of feeling alive?
- Accept the discomfort of the stress.
- Make sure I find some balance.
- And find better solutions than going numb.
Letting Go ...
This weekend, we set aside Sunday to really let go.
We headed out on the boat with friends. We even got a babysitter for part of the day. After a fun and relaxing day, it was time to return. Headed back to shore in the early evening, with the sun slowly setting and the boat full throttle, I felt so very alive. I was completely present and in the moment.
- To feel alive, satisfied and happy, I had to make enough space.
- I had to let go. I had to be aware of what is available to me.
- I had to feel worthy of receiving it. I had to prioritize and commit to it.
- And then, I only had to allow it to happen.
It's back to hard work this week. But with a full tank of experiences and a whole heart.
Are you just living, or are you ALIVE??
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