Swale.

Writing comes and goes for me.

A bit like it does with the natural swings of life – some days I have a lot to say, a lot on my mind. Other days, it is just going through the motions without sitting in the emotions.

I have had to learn that it’s okay to have quiet days.

Not so much in how much physical noise occurs or that each day needs to be busy/eventful/emotional, but it is okay to not have anything to say or to think about.

Honestly, I didn’t feel like talking.

I didn’t feel like writing.

But, I know it’s good for me.

So, choosing to take action on that is showing myself I can act on care for myself.

I try to be the best I can be every day.

And looking back, I subconsciously make decisions to be silent because I didn’t feel like talking.

Sometimes, that decision is good for me, as I look at if talking about it in the moment helps me. If it doesn’t, then I should sit in it for a while first.

Sometimes, I should talk because I know I need to let it go out of my mind, get some counsel/advice from those around me.

It all comes down to taking note of what feels like it would be healthy for you, and immediately taking action once you feel that.

It might not always be the correct decision, but it is a decision to listen to your mind, your body, your feelings.

Especially when you are in the midst of the swale.

NS

“I believe a few words can change your day and your life.”