Finding peace amid uncertainty can be very challenging for a girl who thrives off planning, a schedule, and a steady routine. However, I’ve been focusing on letting go of control. Easier said than done, no doubt!
A few other things that have been helpful for me to calm my mind and reduce the anxiety of the unknown are:
- Focusing on the present moment. Really soaking up each moment and taking it all in. My walks with Honey are so much more meaningful, of late, because of this mindset.
- Also, taking deep breaths. My favorites to implement are the triangle and square breathing techniques. Example: For triangle breathing, you breathe in for 5 seconds, hold it for 5 seconds, and breathe out for 5 seconds. I will do this 6-8 times and immediately feel much more clarity in my mind.
- Another weird one is educating others on my current surgery situation. It feels good to teach–even if it’s a topic society doesn’t discuss much. I wish I had known more. So, sharing feels strangely like paying it forward.
And, of course, I’ve been intentionally engaging in activities that bring me joy–
- CrossFit…surprise, surprise. Even when my body is fighting against itself and feels yucky inside, getting a good workout feeds my soul.
- I’ve been writing (for fun) more. Writing is therapeutic for me. I can say anything I want–unfiltered. I might rip out the pages and throw them away later, but I just let it flow for that time.
- Last but not least–I’ve been spending as much time with my family and Honey as possible. They “get” me, and I can’t think of another more comforting thing on this Earth than having people who love you–all parts (and…versions…lol) of YOU.
In what ways do you find peace amid uncertainty?
