I gave myself time and how much it gave back

This year was about finding ways, traveling, and paying attention to what is good for me. Of course, this doesn't always work out, we often don't even realize that we are playing against ourselves. But this year I tried to take care of the tricky things called life much more consciously, and let's say that helped a lot.

Last year, due to moving and changing apartments, handicrafts remained my main pastime besides home decoration: embroidery, sewing, small creations, these were the things I felt like doing when I wanted to relax. This year, however, there was more room for adventure, so creation took a back seat, but in the meantime, a lot of other things returned: I am reading, writing, drawing, painting again. This blog is also here, for example. I can't say that I have been idle, but now I am really trying to spend my time doing what brings me joy on that particular day. This has become my new favorite form of self-care.

We often think that taking care of ourselves has to be something big: long trips, new hobbies, spectacular changes. But sometimes all it takes is to notice what feels good that day. A short walk, just a few pages of a book, or even if we don't rush through the tasks one day, but finish them at a comfortable pace, or even postpone them for another day.

I'm often still surprised by how much this gives me, even though I could really get used to it by now. Even with a longer trip or a bigger event, I really enjoy the treasures of everyday life.

What do you make time for in your everyday life that helps you recharge?

Now I've brought 3 truly autumn-like pictures of my walks. I was captivated by the play of colors and the fog, in which I always find something soothing. I like to hide in beautiful surroundings from the noise of the world. These are the little things that can stop you for a moment during the day. It's easy to get inspired, I often use these experiences in my creations.

I wish everyone a good month and don't forget to give yourself time :)

Ivett