A new year, a new approach to life.
Time is passing so quickly that I have to keep checking that I haven’t forgotten anything, like celebrating the arrival of the New Year, any of the many birthdays that fall during the holidays – or what day it is. In most households, this time of year calls for us to exercise restraint, particularly where our finances are concerned. With the festive season behind us, this is not a time to be self-indulgent on a number of levels. Although some might argue this point, needs and wants are very different, and being aware of the difference will be key to successfully riding financial and other waves. The ones that come to mind are pretty obvious – money is not is not so readily available for fun and luxuries after the festivities, and we’ve already consumed the next year’s quota of rich foods, treats and indulgences with family and friends during the holidays. And let’s face it, it would be reckless to continue that trend before resolving the effects of previous extravagances. Things will improve in time, but for now, developing patience and enjoying what you already have will hold you in a good place.
Families are wonderful, aren’t they? Or maybe not so much wonderful as challenging? And just about every workplace carries a similar vibe, so the principles of survival are the same. I have always said that love is not just a warm and fuzzy feeling. Unconditional love sometimes means we have to dig really deeply to find the intestinal fortitude to carry on when the people around us behave badly towards us, others, or even themselves. I am not suggesting that anyone should allow themselves to be abused in any way. The bonds of love and loyalty that bind families and work colleagues together are very strong, and they need to be, for such occasions as big family gatherings or everyday relationships that can test what we’re made of to the core. Allowing disrespectful treatment from others is an open invitation to receiving more of the same, that is, until we learn the lesson of self-respect. It may seem harsh or risky, but developing the courage to stand up for yourself pays off. Not allowing others to be aggressive or disrespectful toward you doesn’t mean you’re not a nice person. Nice people need to be strong, and have self-respect. So, bringing peace and harmony to these challenging situations will most likely come from your own efforts that include setting healthy boundaries, stating expectations clearly, making reasonable requests, and above all, being the change you want to see.
Achieving balance in our lives takes mindfulness and self-reflection. Sometimes it’s a matter of evaluating where you put yourself on your own list of priorities, for example, the important emotional components of self-care and self-acceptance. If you put your needs last on the list, everyone else will do the same. It’s not selfish to put yourself first, it’s insurance. Imagine what happens in a plane when the oxygen masks drop down and you make sure everyone else is calm and has their mask on before you put yours on.It will literally not do anyone any good if you go belly-up in the aisle, if you get my drift.
Setting and working towards emotional and physical health goals is as important as having work or career goals. Nothing will change until the goals are written and commitments are made. Managing our own energy resources seems to be the most difficult thing for many of us, and cultivating a peaceful, centered mindset will help.
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Article by Margaret Hoadley, Blueprint Natural Health
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