So, for the last 2-3 weeks, I have been under undue stress due to life, work, and school. So I felt I desperately needed a break because I was over working myself. Well, I guess I didn't have to make that decision because just after I submitted my last project for this school term, I caught the flu! So I was sent home from work and have been catching up on some well needed rest. Unfortunately, being the work-a-holic that I am, I can't totally seem to escape work. I have been dreaming about work and the projects I want to work on, during my sick time. Anyway, now that I am bedridden for a day or I have actually had some time to get some rest and get back to the people I like communiating with. I haven't felt this relaxed in a long time. It sucks that I have the flu but I think the Man up above decided for me that I need some time off. Tamiflu kicking in... feeling sleepy....
raw smoothie time
1 week ago
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at 9:23:00 AM CDT
I think our bodies shut down for good reason sometimes...you take good care of you...
and see if you can extend the quiet time beyond when your body is sick...
love to you,
G
(I sent something like this already and it spit me out--so delete one if you get both)
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at 1:39:00 PM CDT
Thanks Gianna-
I must agree with you. Our bodies often do for us what our minds keep putting off.
I would have taken the time off, but since I am still on probation at work (ending July 5th) I thought I could make it until then. Unfortunately, my body couldn't. I am off to an urgent care clinic now to get tested for the flu & the type. Will keep you posted.
I haven't forgotten about the Bhagavath Gita recordings I said I was going to send to you... I don't have that computer with me so I have to get them another way. But I will get it to you.
Thanks for the love. Much love to you as well!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 2:19:00 PM CDT
Once you become a work-aholic, it is truly hard to break the cycle. It always becomes a case of "Let me get this one last thing done!" or "10 more minutes and I will be free."
Then you realize that you have alienated your family and friends.
Calling it "Work-aholism" is more appropriate than people realize. I did not realize how much of my life was my work until I took a vacation for three weeks once and did not have ANYTHING to do.
That is when I started teaching myself woodworking. Nothing more relaxing than turning a piece of wood into something beautiful. My wife likes the results too.
Monday, August 10, 2009 at 11:34:00 PM CDT
Wright - you couldnt be more correct. The last few months has taught me that I am a work-o-holic and that I need to take it down a notch. The thing is I love work. It is where I am completely in my element. However, I enjoy the arts & at one point was good at drawing & dancing & they provided a release. I am taking the fall term off from school & will take your advice: focus my energies on artistic endeavors. Thanks for sharing!
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