These are some thoughts about women who give a lot of themselves. They give to their spouses, children, parents, friends, employers, and strangers, either directly or through charities or volunteer opportunities, all of their lives. They were taught to do this early, feel it is the right thing to do, and so do not see any other way to live. But what happens when we retire . . . I mean really retire? Can we say, "no", even with an explanation? How do we deal with the guilt that might come after saying, "no", especially to the husband who expects a continuation of the role we've always played?
A picture of a well comes to me. The well is deep with pure water. People who give out a lot, love when others come to drink from the well and as long as they take care of the water; keep it pure with positive energy, keep it sweet with self-love, and replenish the well by finding underground streams of enrichment, fun, and refreshment, they continue to give with joy. It's so important to stay mindful of the level and purity of the water in the well. During our physical time on the Earth, I believe one of the soul's most important jobs is to care for the body and mind so we can give to others. As soon as we notice a drop in the water level or a decrease in purity, we must attend to it by finding something to replenish and refresh. That could be lunch out with a friend or a day of "me" time, perhaps on a short vacation or just taking a little time to read and relax. Everyone has their own way to replenish and refresh. If we aren't mindful of our well, it can get too low or the quality can suffer, possibly causing stress on our immune systems. Let's promise ourselves that in order to offer pure, sweet water we will take care of ourselves.
I wish you Love and Sweetness, Deb B.
A picture of a well comes to me. The well is deep with pure water. People who give out a lot, love when others come to drink from the well and as long as they take care of the water; keep it pure with positive energy, keep it sweet with self-love, and replenish the well by finding underground streams of enrichment, fun, and refreshment, they continue to give with joy. It's so important to stay mindful of the level and purity of the water in the well. During our physical time on the Earth, I believe one of the soul's most important jobs is to care for the body and mind so we can give to others. As soon as we notice a drop in the water level or a decrease in purity, we must attend to it by finding something to replenish and refresh. That could be lunch out with a friend or a day of "me" time, perhaps on a short vacation or just taking a little time to read and relax. Everyone has their own way to replenish and refresh. If we aren't mindful of our well, it can get too low or the quality can suffer, possibly causing stress on our immune systems. Let's promise ourselves that in order to offer pure, sweet water we will take care of ourselves.
I wish you Love and Sweetness, Deb B.