Giving Your Soul Time to Re-energize is Crucial for Your Well-being

Some days, I feel like I'm on top of the world, the life of the party, and a person who has no boundaries - I guess that's what makes my personality unique. But, on other days, I just want to curl up in my shell and hide. I used to wonder why I would suddenly become so introverted, but then it hit me - maybe the person I thought I was all along isn't who I really am. Maybe deep down inside, I'm not really an extrovert but rather a social introvert.

There are a few things that make my skin crawl, such as small talk, having to be fake, feeling stuck or unsafe, the fear of rejection (even though the rejection itself doesn't bother me), and trying to hang up the phone during one of those never-ending goodbyes. I can't stand small talk; it's just not in me. I can't make things up on the fly. Either we click or we don't - it's that simple. Unfortunately, my emotions are written all over my face, making it pretty obvious when I'm uncomfortable.

I always need an exit strategy. Where are the doors? Where are the windows? If I'm having a terrible time or if I'm feeling socially awkward, I will find an excuse to get the heck out of there! I am way too aware of my surroundings; I tend to scan the room and observe everyone's body language. Does everyone look happy? I was always able to spot a potential fight in a bar before the bouncers were.

I feed off the energy in the room; if I'm surrounded by a fun outgoing group, chances are my personality will shine!

At times, I just need a minute - a little break, a little me-time, a few moments where I can just BE. I yearn for it, and I believe it's my soul's way of re-energizing. Sometimes, we just need to stop, regroup, and clear our minds to get ourselves back on track.

Taking time to recharge your soul is incredibly important to your overall well-being. When you're constantly on the go and busy with daily responsibilities, it's easy to forget to take care of yourself. However, neglecting your mental and emotional health can lead to burnout and even physical illness.

Allowing yourself to take a break and engage in activities that bring you joy and peace can help to reduce stress, boost your mood, and increase your productivity. Whether it's taking a walk in nature, reading a book, practicing meditation, or spending time with loved ones, giving your soul time to recharge is essential for your overall happiness and success.

When I was younger, I used to ride my bike to the pier and sit there for hours, gazing out at the water, thinking, and processing life. Later, when I started driving, I used to head east towards the country, where I loved the nothingness of it all - the cows, the trees, the lack of buildings.

Now that I'm older, it's a bit harder to escape life, so I use a set of headphones and very loud music to escape. My choice of music varies depending on my mood. Recently, I re-watched Eat, Pray, Love and became obsessed with "The Girl From Ipanema" and have listened to that album on repeat. Even my daughter has grown to love it and asks for it by name.

Remember, taking care of yourself is not selfish, it's necessary. So, make it a priority to take some time for yourself every day and watch how it positively affects all areas of your life. However you escape reality - whether it's through a book, the gym, the beach, a long bath, a game of Candy Crush, or in a set of headphones like me - it's important that we all give our soul a little time to re-energize!