“A woman who lives with the stress of an overwhelmed schedule will often ache with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul.”
Karenn Salmansohn
Thanks, Spidey, for something that really hit hard.
Yesterday I said something to myself.
“I don’t know why, but right now, I feel overwhelmingly underwhelmed.”
Is it a sign of stress and burnout?
Quite possibly.
I know I have had a two-week break from school. However, my school-work hasn’t stopped. I was writing reports and doing admin for next year. So, no, I didn’t totally switch off. And there is the data that needs to be submitted in three weeks…
I had the book launch last week, involving a lot of being online and available for long periods of time, which can be tiring. And that is ongoing, as the book tour starts tomorrow, and I still need to be promoting, too.
And there is home stuff which means I feel like I am on tenterhooks all the time. I feel like I am on call 24/7, just in case. As a result, I sleep very lightly and wake at the slightest noise, but then I go through this cycle when I am so tired that I sleep the sleep of the dead for a few days.
This is coupled with that old cherry – Perimenopause.
Oh, and you know all the joint aches and pains I have mentioned since 2019? Well, the GP reckons it is something musculoskeletal. Quite possibly fibromyalgia. Also could explain the sudden bouts of tiredness.
I do try to nourish my underwhelmed soul. I managed to get a pedicure this week, and though moments have been snatched, I have chilled in the garden and read a book or two. However, maybe I need to do more?
Today is the last day of my break before an extremely manic term 6 starts. I will try to stay as chilled as I can so I am able to function. It won’t be easy, but I know, more than anyone, that you can’t pour from an empty cup, and my cup seems to be pouring quite a lot. I must refill as much as possible, too.
So, Peeps, have you ever felt this? 😊
But I Smile Anyway... 
Jun 12, 2023 @ 02:37:20
Oh Ritu, what things can you let go? I feel your pain, and the only solution is prioritizing and letting go of some things. It is hard!! When I hit the wall, we hired someone to clean the house once a month. That made all the difference in the world.💕
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Jun 12, 2023 @ 05:57:35
Jennie, I don’t fixate on anything now. Right now, I’m not worrying about writing… The rest, I can’t let go… 🤗
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Jun 14, 2023 @ 00:17:28
Well, not worrying about the writing is a big step. I totally understand about the rest…you can’t let go with family and school. 💕
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 21:11:27
Make your self care Thanks for sending love and hugs . Anita
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 22:12:27
Thanks Anita. Just had a lovely bath x
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 20:58:16
I hope you were able to chill some today, Sister. Sometimes life can be a marathon, just nonstop.
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 20:59:37
Managed a little , Brother, in between ironing!
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 21:23:46
A little can go a long way, Sister!
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 22:12:35
True!
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 16:09:00
Although now ‘retired,’ I can recall such busy times (won’t bore you…) BUT you really must find an hour here and there to relax as much as you can. Can you find a pair of willing hands to help with ironing or bigger jobs? Take care! xx
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 16:19:41
I do try, Joy. In fact I don’t give priority to those jobs at all.
But there is still so much going on…
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 12:07:14
please make your self care a priority, you have so many plates that you are balancing
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 11:03:50
I can imagine adding the book launch on top is enough to make your head spin. But it’s all looking worthwhile
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 11:05:51
Thanks His Geoffleship. It’s been a bit crazy here, and that is putting it mildly!
B
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 08:40:32
💜💜💜
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 07:34:12
Yes my dear Sis I have and I reach out to you with love strength and support.
LOOK AFTER YOU NOW. Who will look after everyone one else if you fall … Simple they will cope and look after themselves.
Will school collapse if you fall…
No they will carry on . No one is indispensable.
You are the most important person in your life because you are you. Be kind to you, you are loved. Be KIND TO YOU💜💜😀💚
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 08:06:39
Thank you Sis. I am getting better at it, but it’s still so hard 🤗
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 08:14:47
I understand that but you must try 🙂🙂
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 08:15:51
🤗🤗
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 07:16:08
I have been there and it’s not fun. Sending love and hugs. XO
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 08:05:59
Thank you Darlene 💛
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 07:15:38
I’m sorry Ritu that the break is not much of a relaxation for you. Look after yourself my friend. Someone recommended turmeric capsules for joint pain and they do work and have no side effects.
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 08:05:47
I have just had some delivered, actually, Sajde I hope they do help 🤗
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 09:20:35
It’ll take a bit of time but it does works.
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Jun 11, 2023 @ 09:23:49
🤗
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