Self-love, self-care: Learning to shut down


My sleep seems to never be enough anymore. I have officially reached burnout.

I have been doing more than I should and continuously worrying about the things I would like to change.

So I have decided to change what really matters.

I offload before I try to unwind. The day's worries are not worth your strength when you can no longer change it. Let go of what has passed.

I have started a routine where on the way home from work, I slowly accustom myself to being “done” with work. By the time I get home I feel more at ease, so I can unwind.

This weekend I decided to spend time with myself. From watching series on Friday evening, to cleaning and cooking on Saturday. Then an afternoon nap, exercise and a facial pamper session. On Sunday, I followed with a pedicure and spent time with family. And to wrap it up, I set goals for my upcoming week- my renewed journey of self-love.

My goals are small; a lesson I've learnt from going big and accomplishing nothing.

    1. Unwind from daily stressors

    2. Reflect on the day, on goals and hinderances

    3. No eating later than 7pm

    4. Alcohol allowed only two week days

    5. Exercise at least 4 times a week

    6. Keep hydrated

    7. Sleep before 10:30pm

These are very basic, but they are things I have to hold myself accountable for (the next entry we'll explore this part of self-love). And once I get these right, I can change it or add to it.

What are your goals? Have you begun holding yourself accountable for your self-love journey? Are you taking an approach of only spoiling yourself or are you trying to work on something specific?

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