How can I be ok when things are not ok?

Revolutionary idea. It is possible to be happy and be ok even when things are not ok. And it’s also ok NOT to be ok.

You might need to repeat that a couple of times. I know I did.

  • Accept the situation
  • Practice holding ‘opposing’ emotions at the same time
  • Embrace equanimity

Why do I feel so lousy today when I felt amazing yesterday?

  • What recovery really feels like
  • Understand the path – hint: it’s not a straight line
    • Uncover the layers (spiral – we keep coming back to the same stuff, we keep having the same interactions until we’ve resolved; each time we come back we’re looking at the situation from a slightly different perspective)
    • Cut the cords
  • Accept how you are feeling
  • Know what YOU need and want 
  • Get curious (I wonder what will happen if I do this…)

How can I kick ass when I can’t even stand up?

  • Know what YOU need and want
  • Practice self care
  • How am I supposed to take care of myself and others at the same time?
  • Accept your limitations
  • Start where you are
  • Figure out what rest and recharging means to do and DO IT!
  • Reframe the situation
  • Start with the smallest possible step
  • Practice micro-gratitude (what is it about mini/travel sizes of things? Why are we so drawn to miniature versions of the things we love? Is it more manageable?)
  • Develop supportive routines, habits and rituals
    • How am I supposed to have a self-care routine as a single mom of three kids? (recognize that you likely already have several routines, habits and rituals)
  • Prepare for the tough days