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| ~my china garden mixed in with some sedum |
In healing mode here. Focusing on my own life, not my wayward sons. Hard to do, but necessary to my health and well-being. Small changes on a daily basis are making a big difference, more than you'd realize.
I read today that one way to settle your physical self is to place your open hands on your heart, one on top of the other. Breath regularly, not real deep, but with a rhythm. Really, it's like a very sweet hug. Try it and see if you don't feel more quiet during and afterward. I've done it several times today, with much relief.
And, and, and....this is wonderful...small, tactile occupations---sewing on a button, placing things on a shelf while decorating, choosing which teacup to use out of a collection, wiping down a counter with a spray that carries a pretty scent, dusting tiny things----any task that requires you to hone in on specific items is very soothing. I spent time this evening after sitting with the chickens, and folded one by one the items on the clothesline. Set them in the clothes basket, stacked neatly. Small towels, bath towels, underthings, dishrags. Each one slowly folded and I took time to look at the sky as the sun went down. I'm not sure how this works, but it does. Slows your actions down and forces you to be still in your spirit. I knew this, but have for such a long time sped through my chores. Now that I'm making a conscious effort in self-care, I'm moving slowly all through the house.
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And so it goes.
