A change of scene, a day out or night away can give me such a boost and recharge. That is how I felt after a weekend filled with wonderful birthday celebrations. Dinner out with the kids on Friday and away with my husband on Saturday night. No expectations just went with the ideas and suggestions, it was so lovely to flow with what my family arranged for me.
The night away on Saturday was just what I/We needed. Although I live, see, work and have been together with my husband for the last 20 years. A break from our normal work life routine being a mummy and daddy was a Pure tonic. We only drove an hour away but spending time as a couple, no responsibilities just the two of us to think about was ace.
I think sometimes it is real easy to become complacent, we take things for granted and the thought of change or a different routine can feel a bit of an effort. But taking time out for a day, night or even better a week, is the
Perfect Gift to Self.
We can get real comfy in our daily routines, we know the ropes and we pursue our days, we walk the same route, drive the same road, eat the same foods, see the same faces, although there is nothing wrong with that, for me when I change it up, I love it! And sometimes I forget how much I love it, until I do it again!
Our fears can also be a big distraction and can kick in when we think about changing up our routine, its like the fear of the unknown. It does take effort to organise, make arrangements to try something new, but that effort can sometimes be quite life changing.
I know people that have come holiday with us and its there first holiday in years and the first thing they say is why the hell didn't I do this sooner. 99% of my guests that come holiday with us are solo travellers and it is maybe the first time they have travelled alone and this can bring about a lot of questions, thoughts or anxieties on the lead up to their trip. But the total exhilaration once they have experienced their first solo adventure or week it amazing.
We can easily talk ourselves out of change, we become comfortable and it seems like the easy option is to stay put in what we know, with the predicted outcome, but for me it's the opposite. Every week is change through the summer. I get to meet different people. Some become great friends and some simply pass through. Change for me is inspiring, its eye opening, I love meeting new people, great to hear new ideas, to explore and dip into my more than capable skills of exploring and discovering, new places, trying different foods, and totally trusting what I am all about.
It opens my eyes and has created wonderful opportunities and can be a totally and utterly inspiring experience.
If you feel that life has or is boring you should try changing up your routine.
It doesn't have to be huge, it can be something small and have a profound effect. Bust through those fears to change and enjoy the ride. Life is a journey of discovery and sometimes when we hold on and grasp for things not to change be can become very disappointed.
Move with the ebb and flow of life be open to change, happy and free. :)
The world is Your Oyster!
Happy Days Jo :)
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