Too much to handle?
At the start of a calm week, I decided it was time for a mind,
body, and soul check. It was time to hop back onto the saddle, into the pool, into
devotional reading, study for work, and simply check myself into quiet time. Lately,
my brain cells have been floating in a million pieces trying to figure out
where these neurons need to huddle and take action. Perhaps you have heard the
phrase “God will not give you more than you can handle?” Or maybe you have
never heard of this phrase. Regardless, sometimes we feel overwhelmed, lost,
confused, and the desire to give up. Twenty-seventeen is bringing on so many
changes in my life that it’s pushing me between the quarter and mid-life crisis
phase. No one said life is an easy journey. We have our waves of ups and downs
and ultimately, we choose how to handle the pressure.
This past Monday, our little pride and joy (fur baby) was at
daycare. It was then I decided to take a break from work, from house designing,
from being a wife, a puppy mom, and get back into the saddle, specifically, Penny,
my race bike. As I started my first T-run (aka brick workout, a run straight off
the bike) under the beautiful rays of sunshine and blue skies, I reflected on
a number of things. My best thoughts,
ideas, quotes come when I run or even shower. The times I do not have my phone
or a notepad to jot it down. This workout clearly reminded me why I’m a big
advocate for increasing physical activities in the schools and the workplace. Numerous
studies have supported many positive effects of moderate to vigorous physical activity
on productivity, academics, and health in general. It was clear to me I’m most
productive and confident when I run, train, and/or compete. My confident does
not lie under the girly glam, lipstick, high heels, or costume jewels. Instead,
it’s when the southern belle strips down raw to her tomboy, cardio junkie bones
to take on some suffering and pain. My cardio workouts release so much positive
endorphins that it rejuvenates my soul and makes me feel alive fulfilling me with
energy, confidence, and strength. Confidence is worn differently by everyone
and often so difficult to explain until you experience it.
Lately, I’ve been forgetting about myself. I get so
distracted with ALL the things I love: my 3 jobs, volunteering, house
designing, taking care of our fur baby and my amazing husband. Perhaps, I’m a
little lost swimming through all my distractions that it spreads my confidence
thin and I lose focus in who I am, where I am, and the direction I should go. I’ll
never forget the words from a dear friend who simply put it as this: “you can’t
wear yourself so thin with all your love and kindness. You need to have love
and kindness for you so you can keep helping others the magical way you do.” That has been my motivation on a sticky note marked
somewhere on the surface of my brain. This week, I felt more alive and
rejuvenated. It’s time to re-evaluate and prioritize life goals and hop back
onto the purpose driven life track.
Taking advantage of rare free time to spend with this little guy. Walking him in our soon to be, new neighborhood. |
Date night with my hubby, to a game and team we both love. |
My ultimate Joy is in my Savior. I live for Him and through
Him. Therefore, through Him, I’ll carry strength to continue overcoming daily
obstacles and walk through the road less traveled. What brings you strength and
confidence?
Quote of the day:
Have no fear of moving into the unknown. Simply step out fearlessly knowing
that I am with you, therefore no harm can befall you; all is very, very well.
Do this in complete faith and confidence. ~ Pope
John Paul II
Bible verse of the day: I have told you these things, so that
in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart!
I have overcome the world. ~ John
16:33
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