Hello, dear reader and welcome to the first Monday of March! Spring is right around the corner, which means soon tree sap will start to flow, birdsong will soon fill the air, and flowers will begin to bloom. Such a pretty picture.
Until you get bit by a certain bug and are driven by a deep, nearly instinctual urge to deep clean everything in sight. That's right, folks it's spring cleaning time, and if you're anything like me you're already surrounded by some measure of chaos to begin with. Adding several tubs of old clothes, older memories, and covered in dust to that existing chaos is certainly not the obvious way to celebrate the oncoming sunshine and early blooms. Or is it?
Lately I've been struggling quite a bit with energy and motivation to do- well anything on my infinite and ever growing list. Procrastination has spent plenty of time with me in the dark watching reruns of "Golden Girls" and eating ice cream straight out of the tub with lots of toppings piled on. A sure fire to way make certain that list remains wholly untouched for, honestly an embarrassing amount of time. Personally, my energy levels are heavily tied to my productivity. As long as I get a few things done, I'm able to rest well and keep the flow going the next day. It's basic physics, an object in motion will stay in motion. The trick is getting that object to move.
The thing that has been motivating this object is the future. Yes, that sounds so corny, stick with me. I have been so blessed that I was able to purchase a few pieces of exercise equipment, among other deeply beneficial items that I'll be releasing soon. I have been battling myself for years; desperately trying to have a balanced routine that incorporates all of my needs, superficial and practical. I have never been closer. I certainly have never felt confident enough to plan a step ahead of that routine and have a goal I need to prepare for. I have decided the goal is to be running ready for summer. I found a great app that rewards users after they run virtual races. My first race is 53.3 miles and I'm so excited! The best part of the deal is I have all the time in the world to finish the race. I'm looking forward to reclaiming my body, growing Rooted in my Strength, and reconnecting with my faith. I used to just go through the motions and say the right things, all the while feeling in my heart that I'll never actually be successful. That kind of thinking will never get you anywhere! We've all heard speakers talking about the power of positive thinking, I know I have rolled my eyes listening to that notion. But it's true!
It's also true that I finally feel not just ready, but able to reach all these goals and go even further. I know it's going to be rough. I know I'm going to have hard days. I've never been one to back down from a challenge. And if facing all those future challenges means I have to haul heavy, dusty old tubs around then so be it. This year, this spring is not just going to be a celebration of warmer days, but of finally becoming the person I want to be.
And to add to the celebration, I'm holding a sale in my shop until the 20th! 20% off most of my blends is the best way to celebrate this new spring season. If you're looking for something designed more for your wants and goals, I do offer fully custom sets and consultations.
I hope you have the best day!
Peace to you,
Willow R.
Owner, Rooted in my Strength
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