Energy is something I have TOTALLY taken for granted because I’ve always had ridiculous amounts of it. Pregnancy has been the first time that I’ve had less energy and it’s taught me to slow down.
Some changes…
1. Doing one thing at a time. AKA things like minimizing the number of windows I have open on my computer at one time. I’m trying to choose TV OR computer but not both at the same time.
2. Making less commitments and make only one or two per day then have at least a day where there are zero. Saying “no” sometimes and having better boundaries.
3. Being present with my husband and dog. I’m taking moments to connect whereas it’s easy for me to be in the same room for hours but my mind may be very far away.
My mother told me that someday when I was pregnant, it would be important to only eat beautiful things that presented in lovely ways, to practice art, take time for beauty and be peaceful. How about all the time?
How do you consciously honor your energy and make time for serenity?
Bethany C says
Your mom sounds like a lovely and wise person. I want to hear more of her wisdom!
Christina Warren says
You are so sweet, Bethany! Thank you! Some of her wisdom is hilarious..like, “Men are like woodsmen. They chop women down with “I love you.” (excuse the grammar). LOL
Abby says
Ahh, okay, so I needed this reminder. I may not be pregnant, but I still need to focus my energy on one thing at a time, one moment at a time, instead of being scattered in too many directions.
I love that you are taking time to be present with your hubby and pup, especially because soon your family dynamic will be changing and you’ll have wonderful memories from this season of life. 🙂
Christina Warren says
Thank you, Abby. Yes, like you said, one thing at a time. I have been so used to lots of “noise!” So I’m really thankful for this little reminder in my life. 🙂
withluckblog says
I’m not pregnant, but I totally need to get on board with these things anyway. Between work, school, and my blog I’m constantly plugged in and I’m starting to notice my attention span dropping. I really need to settle down a bit and take the time to really be present.
Christina Warren says
Totally for anyone, right?! I was thinking of this more b/c of what the teacher of our baby-care class was saying. She said to really be present with babies-they know and it helps to create the millions of connections in their brain that will affect them for life.