A reminder from Toni Pike that we need time out for ourselves occasionally to de-stress.. tough to do today but she has some excellent suggestions on how to achieve valuable ‘U’ time.
This is a series about authenticity, validation, self-belief and personal power.
How we self-avoid
I’ve always been happy to spend time by myself and would keep myself occupied, busily working on my many projects or tasks. In fact, I would drive myself to achieve my goals, making sure that every second of the day was accounted for. That made me feel as if I was being productive and useful.
I thought that was “spending time with myself.” But now I realise that this constant activity was actually a form of self-avoidance.
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Thank you so much for sharing this article, Sally – I really appreciate your wonderful support. Toni x
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Excellent advice Toni and very timely this year in particular and with the ‘festive’ season coming up. ♥
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Thank you, Toni and Sally. A very enjoyable post. I have often tried meditation but I never really took to it. However I walk by the river every day. It’s not easy to be your own best friend. I have to remind myself to be kind – to myself, as well as others.
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Thanks Elizabeth, finding what works for us can be a challenge but from crosswords to mountain climbing they work for individuals..I would think your walk by the river is amazing.. all those changing seasons and moods..xx
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Thank you, Elizabeth. I agree, It’s very difficult for many of us to be our own best friend – but now I believe it’s absolutely essential. You’re walks by the river sounds lovely. Toni x
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Important post, especially right now. Even just a few mindful minutes of breathing can make such a difference in the day, especially if it is in a natural setting. Breathe in, breathe out. Stop. Renew.
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Quite Dorothy my last thing at night and first thing in the morning process.. enrichment. xx
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Thanks Dorothy – I’m so pleased you get so much out of that daily ritual. Toni x
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I am heading over to read Toni’s post. Meditation has been an integral part of my life for over 40 years!
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Thanks Jan.. it is a philosophy and certainly one that has brought much peace to millions. ♥
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Thank you, Jan. Its wonderful to hear that meditation is so integral to your life. Toni x
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Thank you, Sally! Distraction with sense is always very appreciated. Michael
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Very true Michael and sometimes we need to be told to step away from the computer…xxxx
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Thank you for your lovely comments, Michael. Toni x
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A lovely post from Toni and good timing as this time of year can get so hectic. A great share, Sally.
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Thanks Diana.. despite our isolation and lockdown we still need that me time even more than ever…especially parents home schooling xxx
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Yes! My daughter will second that one. 🙂
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Thank you very much, Diana. I agree, it’s been an incredibly stressful year for so many, especially parents and children, and now the Christmas frenzy. Have a fabulous week. Toni x
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Of course I love Toni’s introspective posts. ❤
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Food for thought..♥
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Thank you so much, Debby – you’re awesome. Toni x
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I remember “love your neighbor as yourself.” We often think the emphases is love your neighbor, yet it’s referred to as ourselves. Selfcare gives us what we need in order to care for others. Great article, Toni. Thank you, Sally. ❤
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I agree Miriam and if we are not fit and healthy, physically and mentally we are unable to care for others effectively.. selfcare is essential..xx♥
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You’re right, Sally. Our own health is reflected on how we relate to people. 💖
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Thank you very much, Miriam – I entirely agree with you – we need to nurture ourselves first so that we can then turn outwards. Toni x
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I think so, Toni. We can’t run around with an empty tank of fuel 😅.
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