To be honest, not much right now. Running still brings
The idea of seasons has resonated with me recently. For a long time I thought that a balanced life meant that each day or each week was balanced. I should strive for having fun, exercising, eating well, being productive, reading, spending time with friends, and staying in touch with family each week. I have never been able to sustain that. When I look at what my life has actually been life, not what I think it should be like, I do see balance but that balance comes from focusing on one aspect of life for longer stretches of time.
I’m in the thick of a caregiving season. It started when I moved in with my grandma and has extended to helping my dad. I feel grounded, connected, and grateful. At the same time it’s been emotional and exhausting.
As the difficulties in life have gotten bigger, I find joy in smaller things. Right now the most joy comes from time without responsibility. Time where I can do whatever I feel like in that moment. Being able run, read, nap, see friends, or go on a walk without feeling like there is something else coming up is a luxury.
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