Name a worry. I’m afraid I’ll fail. How it cancels my joy. I procrastinate and try and avoid it at all costs. 10 min joy ritual + one boundary. 10 mins of yoga or stretching + a boundary for myself, speak affirmations and kind words to myself.

Observe- When a family member is going through a medical crisis, they always come to me to ask for my help. I fully immerse myself in their needs and ignore my own. Witness- When this happens, my anxiety is at its highest, I lose sleep, and I feel an internal heaviness. Name and Reclaim- I will find balance when it comes to helping my family, even if that means taking a step back. I have to allow them to take ownership of their health and well-being. I no longer want to be a crutch. I will put myself first and do more mental and physical check-ins when occurrences like this happen because I deserve it.

I asked a family member this question about me and they said this. When you voice your concerns about something and say you’re not going to do something and then I do it anyway. I do this often so I’m going to set boundaries and go with my first thought when I don’t want to do something, instead of squeezing in every task.

I’m learning how my go getter attitude is actually overworking and overwhelming me. I am guilty of thinking rest can wait or that I don’t deserve it. Family and friends have always told me I do too much and I need to rest and it’s only been since recent that I’m starting to listen. It’s definitely hard to put myself first but it’s necessary.