I'm a late bloomer and new to this blog thing. I don't want this to be a food blog, nor do I want it to be a relationship blog. But these things are important to a lot of us. Let's face it, we have to eat. And whether we're in a romantic relationship or not, most of us have to work with others in some form or another, whether it be in living situations, at work, or in friendships or family dynamics. But it's important to value yourself and your own time, too. I strive to do the following on a weekly basis, at the very least.
Set aside alone time. After 10 years of living alone, I am a pro at this. It's crucial to my well-being: more important to those of us who are introverts, but even you extroverts need to be comfortable in your own skin.
Share household duties with loved ones -- roommates, family members, and the like. If you have imbalance in cooking, cleaning, yardwork -- all those simple chores that eat up free time, then you can end up with hostility. Appreciate and acknowledge what you and others do in your household.
Get out in nature. There's nature everywhere. Look for it. Seek it out. And be in it.
Make time for friends and family. I have to work on this one. Alone time is so necessary for my existence that I tend to put myself first, my relationship second, and my friends and family last. I don't know about you, but I wouldn't be where I am now if it weren't for these folks. I love them and strive to make more time for them.
Learn from others. Open your eyes. Everyone has a story to tell, and you most likely can learn a lesson from them. Listen. Always.
Create something. Anything. It doesn't matter what it is, and it's unique for each and every one of us. Just do it:)
Keep on top of the things we consider chores. I hate doing laundry. More importantly, I hate sorting, folding and putting it away. But seriously, what good do I do avoiding something that takes an extra few minutes? Unless I procrastinate and I have a giant teetering tower of unsorted socks to tackle?
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