a pause

Years ago, I had a therapist tell me when I got overwhelmed that it was okay to close my door at work, turn off the lights, and put my head down for a moment.

At the time, I thought she was talking impossibilities. There was no way on earth I’d ever do that. I was at work to work.

But now, many years later, I understand that pauses are important. Perspective is important. Being kind to yourself is important.

Sometimes we all need to check out for a moment or two.

Sometimes, even with this blog, I need to stop work, turn off the lights, and put my head down for a moment.

This is just a gentle reminder that we’re all human, and if you need to do that, too, it’s perfectly okay.