The importance of self-care

I've been learning the significant importance of self-care when doing the work I do.  The amount of stuff thrown at me at any given time added to the very difficult stories I hear can make a person go crazy.  Fortunately spring is upon us, or at least it feels like it.  It's probably a bit early to think winter is over but the temps in the 60s and 70s are wonderful.  So planning of my garden has begun and this past weekend I was able to start some plants from seed in my sun room and spend some time in the garden plot digging out weeds and old plants.  I think I spent 5 hours outside on Sunday alone.  Gardening I'm discovering is a great de-stresser for me just like hanging laundry outside (which I also did this weekend).  I was amazed at how relaxed I was going into work on Monday.

Now every morning, I walk through my sunroom looking for sprouts and in the evening spend more time watering and just enjoying them.  I also set up my composter that my parents bought me for Christmas.  And it is fun to spin, so that has become a part of my daily evening routine.

Anyway, just thought I would share a few of my de-stressers.  I hope all of you have found ways to take care of yourself.