It occurred to me today - mostly because I was telling the kids about it - that in 2 short weeks we will be embarking on our latest adventure. EEEKKKK!!!!
It's a whole new thing for us - something we have never done before, something that requires at least a little planning. A two-week trip in very close quarters with plenty of traveling between destination points - and a college football bowl game thrown in for good measure.
My first reaction? A big, fat freak out followed by the need to get everything planned right now. Ok, I guess that might be two reactions but they always go hand-in-hand for me.
Lots of busy professional women I know - especially busy women executives - have this reaction. Manage, manage, manage. Do, do, do. Oh, and let's not only do all the stuff for the trip including planning for every contingency, but let's also do all those house projects that haven't been done up to now.
Suddenly the carpets need to be cleaned. The top of the dryer must be cleared. The oil changed in the car (even though it won't be driven). Good grief.
Do you see yourself in this example? I can hear you laughing so you either do or it's someone really, really close to you. The key to finding balance and joy in your life is being able to laugh - and not go back to that manic activity.
And that can be challenging for busy professional women.
Is it challenging for you - or for someone you know? Do you have any tips that help you let go and enjoy the moment? Share them below!
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