I do a small amount of volunteer work from my home for a non-profit organization. It is nice to contribute to something productive, but I would be lying if I said this was a huge number of hours being invested for them.
My problem is that I’m still not okay with being on disability, so I insist on finding ways to keep working. Yes, my doctor says I am stubborn!! As the picture shows, I am definitely a work in progress. . .
My second problem is that I have become a procrastinator. Now, a few people may think they are pros at this. I have worked at setting a Guinness Book of World Records since I stopped working. I am not good without goals! I had 411 unread emails as of this morning. I sense how impressed you are with my skills (yes, I’m kidding!).
All that information combined meant that I waited until this morning at 7 am to log into the company website to do work I was given a week ago. I learned the hard lesson that they don’t allow anyone to access their website before or after regular business hours, so now I will be rushing to get my work done. . . to hide my laziness. 🙂
This had a remarkably positive experience on me. I actually sat, relaxed, enjoyed my coffee. I thought about using that new exercise room, but I think I made a revelation this morning and didn’t do so. It’s okay to relax. It may even be good for me!
What are you doing to relax today? I’d love to hear your ideas!
Tagged: Employment, Fun, Musings, Postaday, Recreation, Relax, Thoughts, Volunteer, Volunteering, work
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MY e-mail inbox had over 10,000 e-mails…mostly junk…the last time I dared to look through it…it will probably have the same amount the next time I check it out. Good thing I don’t really use it for anything that important!
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that makes me feel much better!
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First Rule Be kind to yourself!
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You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.
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I am so happy to have found your blog which is so inspirational. I just love it. Every day I strive to have your attitude and once in a while I actually get there.Thank you
Renae
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It is a day-by-day process for each of us, isn’t it? Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement.
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What was your revelation? 😉
I, too, may be on disability soon…and I TOTALLY get it. Its even worse when you’re single, too…boo.
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My revelation was learning to balance time to relax, time to rest, and time to be productive accomplishing things. I am definitely a work in progress! I eventually was not able to continue that volunteer position, but I really enjoyed my time there. I hope you are able to avoid disability. It is not the route I would have chosen, although I have come to accept that it is the best thing for me. I spent years fighting the decision within myself. I know some people on disability who are single, but I am sure each case is individually reviewed. If that is the ultimate result for you, I do hope that your request is successful. The whole process is unnerving!!
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Love the title of tour blog and the philosophy it represents. Good for you for making a difference even while you are recovering!
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This is such an amazing reminder Thank so much . Procrastination? Omg! How did you know? I’m committing this year to get my lessons done early, write my blogs every day, clean my house every day…., to find the joy in faithfulness and activate all the fruit of the tSpirit in my life along yhe way. Thanks.
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I’m glad to know I have company. I really know how to relax since I’ve retired. I also know how to ignore the things I should be taking care putting it off til later. I like your blog. Thanks for visiting my blog. Blessings.
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I love this pic.
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Thanks for your visit! Volunteering is enjoyable. It’s nice to be appreciated. I did for a hospice for a few months but, I have no time now.
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yikes, 411 unread emails? just the thought of that brings me out in a cold sweat!! ;0)
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I know ~ it does the same thing to me! I just checked, and I am holding at 34 right now. I’m feeling pretty good about that. 🙂
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Hahaha…I was clearing my Inbox when I took a break to read your blog and found this article 🙂 thanks!
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Ha! I was down to 31, in 2 days I am back up to 70. I’m pretty much a lost cause. 🙂
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Oh all this sounds so familiar, especially the procrastinator part. I must admit I slack this past week too. Last Saturday our company had organized a charity event for a few orphanage homes for our client. I dreaded to work on the weekend. However, its a blessing in disguise, because one of the homes that housed 12 indigenous children, just touched my heart. Can you imagine an 8 year old with a body size of a 5 year old? Due to lack of nutritional food, like meat and veggies, their growth is either delayed or progressing extremely slow. But they are such darlings, they laughed like normal children, happy to see so much delicious food, loved hugs from us.., these are the sights that brought tears to a few adults, including myself. So I have decided, to visit them at the home, bring books and food supplies to them, and also to spend time with them. It’s funny how we are reminded and how we can be touched – then, the next course of actions will be entirely up to us.
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mmmm I probably shouldn’t have read this today as I FINALLY sat at my desk to do some work and now I feel I am given permission to procrastinate a little longer….
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It’s Friday ~ I highly encourage procrastination for the afternoon. 🙂
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I’m always intending to procrastinate but I keep putting it off! Seriously though, I don’t know if this helps but personally I’ve learned NOT to put things off because if I get on with the task in front of me it leaves space in my life for something wonderful to happen tomorrow – or next week – and I can enjoy it fully because I’ve got that scheduled task safely behind me. Alas, this is something you only learn with age!
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That is great advice!
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This is my first visit here and your sparkle comes smiling out!
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Thank you so much!
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You’re very welcome, sweetie!
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Thanks for taking the time to stop by my blog! Loved your post, I can identify.
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I look forward to reading more of your posts. 🙂
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Hi
So glad you visited and liked soulsnet because now I have found you!
Relaxation is a funny thing isn’t it? I remember years ago going to a therapist who said that my homework for the week was to take a day off work and do nothing!!!! Do nothing? How do you do nothing? That was the beginning of my spiritual journey, actually. Learning that doing nothing was doing something.
May we all be peaceful and at ease.
Corinne at soulsnet
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I’m glad to hear that! Thank you for stopping by.
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Oh goodness, a kindred spirit! Your blog made me smile today and the picture is perfect! Thanks!
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That is wonderful to hear. Thank you!
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Nice one, thanks!
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Thank you!
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Even though I’m writing (which sometimes feels like work and other times is a pleasure), I’m sitting poolside at my brother’s house enjoying a nice South Texas breeze in October.
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Very nice! I love Texas (when it isn’t September and 110 degrees)!
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