You Don’t Need to be Productive
You Don’t Need to be Productive
Since quarantine began, people have been trying out new recipes, working on goals, starting their own businesses and handling it all really well.
Or so it seems.
Once again, the internet can be clouding reality. Influencers, studygrams, and YouTubers are showing us their quarantine hustles. And it can make it harder for those of us who count changing from pj’s to sweatpants as a success. Working on your goals is great, keeping up a routine is great, but if you aren’t feeling these things, that’s okay too.
What I chose to do instead was make sure each day, I completed a single task. Whether that be the laundry, the dishes, making myself a healthy meal, vacuuming my room – I counted it.
You do not need to be mean or frustrated with yourself if you’re struggling with this. This situation is not normal and we cannot be expecting our bodies to easily adapt to a whole new way of life at the drop of a hat.
But, as some places open back up (and others are re-closing), do not try to force yourself to get back into the old routine, especially if you now realize it wasn’t working for you. Spend some time thinking about what really matters to you. Is it family time? Sticking to a routine? Making homemade meals or making ordering out a more acceptable thing?
Sit for five minutes. Think or type or write. And make some decisions moving forward.
If this is too overwhelming, and it can be, especially right now, then put this on the backburner. On the day you are feeling productive, come back to this and try it.
I hope you all are staying safe. If you are making any big transitions during this time, I wish you the absolute best, know that I’m sending good vibes and energy your way. And even if you’re not making any big transitions, still know that I’m thinking of you.
