Hey there, Beautiful Soul,
Are you feeling drained and weary? You aren’t alone. For this week’s 3 O’clock Wednesday I dare you to imitate the example of the sea turtle and recharge your power supply today!
Sea Turtles Feeling Drained
I recently had a life-changing opportunity to go to Hawaii. The absolute, hands-down highlight of my trip was watching the sea turtles wash ashore each sunset.
The turtles, drained and weary from a long day of constantly swimming through turbulent waves, dodging dangerous rocks, and avoiding predators, roll up to the shore to sleep at night.
They are so exhausted that they rely on the strength of the waves to propel them toward rest.
Washed ashore, these magnificent sea creatures simply fall asleep right where the last wave deposits them; they don’t have the strength to go any further than necessary. It’s as if they do not have an extra ounce of energy left in their body, even for the sake of survival.
Do you ever feel like that? I know I do.
In fact, sometimes I feel as though the weariness will overtake me and I am in danger of not making it all the way to shore. How heartbreaking it would be to see the shore but not have the ability to gain access to that glorious rest and peace.
3 O’Clock With Lilly
To combat the mid-week drained and weary feelings, try our 3 O’clock Wednesday formula to recharge your power supply. This includes three things to do in three minutes:
- Affirmation of your you-ness
- Grace – give yourself a pass on being perfectly imperfect
- Create a self-care plan
Affirmation
I know life can be a whirlwind, leaving you feeling drained and weary. But guess what? You are absolutely extraordinary – a unique symphony of dreams, hopes, and quirks that make you irreplaceable in this world.
Never forget that.
Grace
In the midst of life’s chaos, it’s so important to give yourself grace. We all stumble, we all have our off days, but those imperfections? They’re what make you beautifully human. Embrace them, learn from them, and let them guide you toward growth.
Self-Care
Now, here’s a little challenge for the week ahead: let’s focus on self-care. Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup, so it’s time to refill yours.
How about starting with a morning ritual? Wake up a bit earlier, savor a warm cup of tea, and let the world wake up around you.
Or how about an evening walk, where you can let go of the day’s worries as you watch the sunset?
If that’s not your style, indulge in a captivating book – an adventure for your soul. And don’t underestimate the power of a good old pampering session – a bubble bath, soothing music, and some essential oils to transport you to a realm of tranquility.
Be A Sea Turtle
You deserve all the love and care you readily give to others. So, this week, let’s affirm your uniqueness, let’s embrace your beautiful imperfections, and let’s prioritize self-care like it’s the most important appointment on your calendar. Because it is.
Are you feeling a little bit drained and weary? Be like the sea turtle. Propel yourself through the waves to ensure you make it to the shore.
You’ve got this.
With unwavering friendship, Lilly
