Nervous Energy
Over the past few weeks, I've been dealing with bouts of nervous energy. I can't pinpoint what is causing some of this negative energy beyond the normal hulabaloo like work, work-life balance, and life. But, instead of constantly reacting to it, I am trying to be more proactive. This has meant accepting, feeling, and not pushing it out of the way.
Nervous energy is one of the ways your body and mind communicate. Although I don't know the reason, I do know that it is fairly common for me to feel a bit more buzzed during November through January. The holidays brings its share of fun, along with stress. Questions regarding gifts, finances, and travel are always floating around in conversations.
Last year, I was very organized about gift giving. We had a list, a set amount, and a plan of action. I was also very interested in sending holiday cards and making homemade treats for our neighbors and work colleagues.
This year, I am taking a low key approach. I am still going to do a round (or two or three) of baking for neighbors and co-workers. I'm not too keen on sending holiday cards. Instead, we may do an video card to our family and friends. And, with the families we have come to a consensus to partake in Secret Santa and donating money to charity on behalf of the family elders.
I'm excited about executing these plans. Like I keep dishing to everyone, I espouse to the yogic principle of "being present through breathing." Deep breathing always calms down my nervous energy.
Nervous energy is one of the ways your body and mind communicate. Although I don't know the reason, I do know that it is fairly common for me to feel a bit more buzzed during November through January. The holidays brings its share of fun, along with stress. Questions regarding gifts, finances, and travel are always floating around in conversations.
Last year, I was very organized about gift giving. We had a list, a set amount, and a plan of action. I was also very interested in sending holiday cards and making homemade treats for our neighbors and work colleagues.
This year, I am taking a low key approach. I am still going to do a round (or two or three) of baking for neighbors and co-workers. I'm not too keen on sending holiday cards. Instead, we may do an video card to our family and friends. And, with the families we have come to a consensus to partake in Secret Santa and donating money to charity on behalf of the family elders.
I'm excited about executing these plans. Like I keep dishing to everyone, I espouse to the yogic principle of "being present through breathing." Deep breathing always calms down my nervous energy.
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Now I'm contemplating a video holiday card, definitely more green.
