If we are going to survive this thing, the pandemic I mean, we have to prioritize our mental health. I’m normally not a fan of Winter, but this one has been particularly hard. And with each passing minute, hour, and day I can feel myself going more deeply into a funk, a depression, a feeling of worthlessness. The weekends are almost worse because I have to find something to do that feels valuable, that doesn’t involve just sitting under a blanket and consuming hours of meaningless television.
Enter the ‘me’ day. This is actually something that I’ve done for quite some time, but it means so much more now. It’s time for me, alone, doing the things that I want to do. It’s time for my husband and I to be apart, which is a good thing for both of us. It’s time where I don’t have to explain myself or justify anything.
Does this appeal to you?
If so, I don’t want to hear any excuses about kids, money, work, or any other superfluous bullshit. Just do it. Because you will be better for all of those things and people that you want to be at your best for. It’s simple. You can…
drive – that’s it, just drive. Listen to podcasts, listen to music, or enjoy in silence.
shop – where you want to for as long as you want to. This is also a good way to support local businesses.
get coffee, tea, or whatever – drink it at a park, on a beach, with a journal. You do you.
pamper – if you want to splurge it up, get a pedicure, a massage, or whatever you like. Go to a place you wouldn’t normally go. Enjoy someone taking care of YOU!
stare at the trees – let them talk to you. Enjoy their song, their formations, even in a dark winter sky. Appreciate all that they do for us.
Do it now. Put it on your schedule. Tell your boss, tell your partner, get a babysitter. Don’t wait any longer.
