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For the last 9 weeks, my own household has been turned upside down with renovations to the dining room, kitchen and laundry. We moved all our dining furniture into the living room and set up a mini kitchen in the corner of the living room, consisting of no more than a microwave, kettle and toaster. Our washing machine was placed into the downstairs loo, the tumble dryer in one of the upstairs rooms and the clothes hanging rack in the family bathroom. We do all our washing up, by hand, in the family bathroom sink! Surprisingly, I've managed to continue working in my home office whilst cleansing the household energy, to keep things harmonious.
Until......
About one month into the disruption, I fell up the stairs (yes, you read that right, I fell UP the stairs) whilst taking up some dishes that needed cleaning. I experienced a huge bump and bruising on the lower part of my shin, that still hasn't completely healed. Since then, I have also suffered from colds and a sore throat. However, just yesterday, the muscles in my back seized up completely.
I've finally realised that all the energy I've been putting into my work, my family, and the general feeling of our living environment has been taking its toll on me. All the distractions and lack of general flow have had a huge impact on my personal energy. I have been completely neglecting my own well-being whilst attempting to hold everyone else's together.
You'd think I'd be an expert on this, considering it is what I teach others, but I guess its something we keep on learning. Well, from now on, I have no choice but to take more time for myself and my personal energy needs. Unfortunately, this does mean that some of my work will need to wait until I can confidently give the love and attention it deserves again. I do hope that my clients, students and customers understand.
Love & blessings ALLways,
Caryl ♥
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