As I turn another year older, I cannot help but be thankful for the life lessons I learned this past year. It has been a tough year with my parents’ health issues and taking on a new role of being a caregiver. I learned that if I take things day by day and focus on what needs to be done, it is easier to stay on track. I gained a sense of control during an overwhelming period. The biggest lesson I learned during this year is that self-care is essential. On my way to a quick weekend trip to Dublin, Ireland, I was reminded of this when the safety procedure video touched on the part to place the oxygen mask on yourself first, then to the child sitting next to you. For many months, I was giving a lot of myself to others and I felt depleted.
I have been doing a lot of self-reflecting which is something I do a lot, all the time. I have decided to make this new year in my life a memorable one. To allow me to continue to learn and grow; to practice more self-care, and allow myself to be present at every moment.
A couple of weeks before my birthday, my parents asked me what I wish for my birthday and I replied, “Nothing, I don’t need anything.” And guess what? I actually meant it. The older I get, the more I realize that I no longer wish for actual gifts. If I need something, I will buy it for myself. Instead, I crave good company, great health, a roof over my head, and yummy food in my stomach. When I think about the life I have, I am truly grateful and blessed.
Thank you all for your support.
And as always, thanks for reading,
Mayra :)
Comments
Post a Comment