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Thoughts & Musings on Retirement
I think of myself as a pretty resilient person. For me, resiliency is my capacity to cope with life’s curve balls.
Well, with what we are all currently living through, we have been thrown a BIG curve ball. (OK the pitching machine has not been turned off... ⚾️⚾️⚾️️)
So, I am thinking about resilience. How are you managing the challenges, loss, and disappointments during these very trying times?
I thought it would be a great time to revisit an article I wrote last September about tips to help us be more resilient.
https://lnkd.in/ewsPJMt
Please let me know what you are doing to manage this big curve ball.
With the outbreak of COVID19 requiring quarantine, we are all acutely aware of the stress this places on our economy.
Perhaps you have been laid-off, or your stream of income is otherwise impacted by closures and other people's lay-offs.
We are all in this together, witnessing an entire system slow nearly to a halt. We don't know, at this point, what the long-term repercussions of this are going to be economically.
Having a daily rhythm to add structure to our lives is healthy and reassuring for us, even under usual life circumstances. Throw in the global upheaval that currently has most of us living without the routines that normally add structure to our life, and we find ourselves, now more than ever, needing to create those rhythms from scratch ourselves.
If you feel overwhelmed by all of the unknowns right now, you are not alone. We are living through something we have not lived through before, which means all of us are wondering 'how long?' and 'what will the long-term repercussions be?'
When you get caught up in this sort of 'scary' thinking - pause. Stay focused in the present. You have what you need at this moment. You are grounded. Think of all the things you are grateful for. Breathe.
You may not know what the future holds, but you can look at other times in your life that you had to adapt and evolve and see that you are capable of doing that.
Be present and trust that you are adaptable.
Shifting the focus off of ourselves and onto others can be really gratifying. Thinking about how we can support those around us, be it our loved ones or those within our community can be liberating as well.
We sometimes default to becoming the centre of our own universe - wrapped up in our own troubles. When we become involved with others, we become part of something that is greater than our individual self.
What are some ways you can step outside of yourself this week and offer a meaningful connection to others who may need it?
Social distancing requires creativity for this task. Drop your ideas in the comments!
Podcast Host, Cathy Heller, is often quoted for saying: “The opposite of depression isn't being happy, it's finding a purpose.”
How does one determine their purpose while living in such uncertain times? How do we navigate living meaningful lives when we don’t know what lies ahead of us on the journey?
We often associate transitions with challenges. If we manage those challenges positively though, transitions can be a gift. Transitions are an opportunity to reinvent yourself, to choose a new path. You can live the life you have dreamed for yourself.
Now’s your chance. You’ve got this. ♡
Send me a message if you’re seeking support!
Do you find you're inside of your brain a lot during these trying times? Fears can create negative-self talk and that very quickly becomes a downward spiral that won't take you anywhere helpful.
When fears start creeping in and you find your mind being overcome with doom-and-gloom, it’s time to take back the reins!
Being thrust, so suddenly, into a global pandemic, can bring up a lot of feelings. Like anxiety, loneliness, and feeling powerless. When circumstances are beyond our control, it is important to give our attention to the things we CAN control.
Here are 5 things you can control that will support your wellness:
