321: 10 Ways To Lighten Your Load and Lighten Up

Heaviness can show up in our lives in a lot of ways. Sometimes it’s a trauma like a cancer diagnosis or the death of a parent. Sometimes it’s a transition like a new job or a new baby or moving to a new city. Sometimes it’s a stressful phase - lots of expectations at work, a partner who is traveling a lot. Sometimes it’s general overwhelm - so. many. things. to keep up with #everydamnday In these times of heaviness, sometimes we are tempted to tell ourselves to “Stay Strong!” and “Power Through!” But the reality, sometimes you actually TRULY need a break - a respite. And after that break, you will actually be more STRONG and POWERFUL.   It is really important to make a concerted effort to lighten our load and lighten up sometimes (probably more often than you think). When we give ourselves the space & grace to do so, we come back to focus, we have renewed our mental and emotional reserves. This rejuvenation is almost always palpable. These breaks for levity and lightness are so valuable.  Listen in to hear a deep dive on these 10 ways to lighten your load and lighten up: Dedicate time for play - whatever that means for you Find your zen Listen to funny podcasts Watch a comedy special or funny Netflix series Engage in menial tasks Find an inspiring place to complete hard tasks Go shopping Make hard things fun Read a funny book Give yourself rewards Links Mentioned: Join us at Shameless Mom Con: Shameless Mom Con Thank you to our sponsors: Open Fit Grove Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices