Doing Things That Keep You Sane
Let’s get this straight: not all of our happiness and sadness comes from our internal locus. It’s the circumstances we are entangled in and the people we care about that inexorably steer a significant part of an adult’s life. It can be a financial crisis within the family, ill health of a loved one, regular toxic workplace drama, or a fight with your partner; you are as much this as anything else. Recognising that these are just parts, not the whole of your being, is crucial for maintaining sanity.
It is very difficult to steer your ship upright when you are in a stormy ocean relying on just your sails. You can’t just wait and hope that the currents calm down. So, the question is, how do you keep sane within these circumstances? What you need is an anchor, one that binds you there, one that keeps you afloat and steady. One that keeps you right when everything goes wrong.
This anchor would be something you are innately passionate about, one that lets you find happiness within. The mere thought of doing it should bring a subtle giggle and a brimming sense of inner peace. These hobbies or routines would be your comfort zone. It might be something as gentle as sipping your morning tea with a book, as intense as hitting the gym or as creative as playing your favourite instrument. The important thing is it should come from you.
Now do yourself a favour, peel away the layers of your social facade, and momentarily set aside your relentless ambition. Just be present with yourself for a while. Believe me, it works wonders.
beaut <3