TL;DR in play,forewarned is forarmed..

My Higher Energy implores me to share this decision with Purple Surfers,because odds are good that punters & SP's will strongly identify, so here goes..

I'm experimenting with taking a short break from today until Sunday to maintain some balance & nourish my mental health.

Although not financially viable,I reckon the break offers far more positives that outweigh the short-term financial loss of no work at all for 4 days.

I know myself much better now,and recognize the very real need for connection with others,& reckon my decision is a healthy one to get closer to that goal.

In the time off,I'm actively taking steps in reconnecting with my nuclear family in these ways:

1)No phones,no TV,no social media,YouTube,WhatsApp,'Flix etc.

2)Playing cricket,soccer,maalies, kennetjie & chasing-tjies on the street until dark with my life-partner & kids,the way it was where I grew up as a laaitjie.

3)Building a paaraa-kite with newspaper, plus a 4-corner & 6-corner one with crepe paper & dowel-sticks,climbing the roof & flying it there.

4)Coffee & holding hands with my life-partner on the balcony as the sun goes down each evening.

5)Hoping for at least 1 night shower,so that my partner & I vry each other on the roof,in the rain.

6)Board games,braai ,ice cold drinks,swingball & hosing each other every afternoon.

7)Playing all albums by Queen,Tears 4 Fears,Prince,UB40 & MJ on high volume all day,and singing along to the lyrics.

Best parts?

Not gonna cost me anywhere near what a holiday to Durbs,Clarens,Vaal or CT would,

AND

I get to reconnect with my nuclear family in a memorable & fun way.

I know for many of us,it's just not feasible to take 4 whole days off,the freaking struggle is real,however,for myself,it's a complete no-brainer.

I gotsta do this,for my own wellness,as well as sharing in the happiness of my nuclear family.

Hope whoever's reads this gets some real Energy out of it,so that the rest of December is tackled with renewed vigour & strength.

Catch you all on Monday!

Cheerio!

Mr.R.

Don't we all need this from time to time to ground ourselves and recharge. Spending time enjoying simple pleasures is so refreshing.
Enjoy!!!

In this business, such 4 days break happens every month .....

Self Care is the Best Care. You have to look after yourself to be able to look after others. Hope you have a really great time and return feeling energised and refreshed.

On 2021-12-01 13:25:38 Victoria said:
Self Care is the Best Care. You have to look after yourself to be able to look after others. Hope you have a really great time and return feeling energised and refreshed.

I am sure you would be able to take "better care" than self care during time spend in your company

Mr R

Enjoy.

x