HEALTH IS WEALTH

The struggle for me is really real at the moment. Lately, I have been feeling extremely uninspired. Sitting still during this pandemic is so necessary, but so much of my creativity comes from my surroundings. My creativity stems from travel, the weather, conversations and experiences. All this time, telling myself it’ll “all be over eventually”, is what’s gotten me through. But now, I am starting to realize the end of this is still very far. Things are opening back up, but it is unrealistic to tell myself things will go back to normal. They won’t. Things will never be the same. Even if everything was open right now, I know it isn’t safe to go out unprotected -if at all. There is a NEW normal.

One thing I have been doing is making space for health. My health the past three months has been such a priority. At this point, I am really picky about everything I consume. I’ve been incorporating sea moss into my diet and checking in with my body often. I’ve been on top of my water and vitamin intake. I am also really on top of my self care - taking care of my skin, hair and nails. I have also been journaling a whole lot and reevaluating my needs. I was on such a roll a month ago but this week has been really hard. The ebb and flows of this pandemic/racial war, and the energy it brings is so unpredictable.

I also learned that work for me has been extended another three weeks. I was actually looking forward to a shift and structure. Getting that news was a little hard for me, but I think the overall lesson is patience. Im sure we all feel that we’ve been patient enough but have we ? Maybe the work is just beginning.

These pictures are from a few weeks ago when I went for a hike with a couple close friends. This was a good day. I think it’s really important to surround yourself with people who will get you out into nature and do activities that are beneficial to your soul. Nature is healing. I needed this workout, and I needed the company. In general, I miss humans and interaction.

Im ready for August to bring in a fresh perspective. I think my intentions for August will be to get back into my creative groove and be more open to new kinds of inspiration. I want to cook more delicious meals in August and meditate a little more to stay grounded. What are your August intentions ? How are you feeling lately ?