Sitting in the feeling of Overwhelm and the Mindful Life

I didn't write last week because I was so overwhelmed that I could not get my thoughts together. That feeling of not being able to focus was more than I could wrap my head around. So I took a break, immersed myself in 2 assignments for school and blocked everything away. The feeling of overwhelm followed me all week and into yesterday. I finally had to take time to just stop and wonder why this was happening. I reflected a lot on the past few weeks. The disappointments my daughter had which overtook my own well being. I had to sit back and just be still.

The only time I felt at peace all week was when I had my dance lessons. Out on the floor, learning new steps, trying to be in the moment more. Working with new teachers. I was fortunate enough to get out dancing 4 times in a week that I really needed to. This all goes back to what can I do in order to not feel overwhelmed. All the changes will continue to come. That is life right? We all get overwhelmed at times and I am not immune to this. So I made a list...a list of what was overwhelming me, a list of the feelings associated with those things. A fact / feeling check in. This is a basic mindfulness tool in order t get back to center.

The recognition of the feeling...the mapping of the reasons why...and then the implementation of what to do about it. It is funny how when you throw it out to the universe, you get what you need. The invite by one of my "tribe" for dinner. Exactly what I needed. A glass of wine, or 2, good food, but most importantly, a great conversation with my friend. Back to center. I asked for help...and it came.

So I leave you on this Sunday with this thought...when you have feelings you don't understand that make you uncomfortable, how can you separate the facts and the feelings, then throw it out to the universe for help or answers? If we just take a step back...listen and rest...all the answers will come. The always do.

Debbie