Have I done it again!
What I needed was a little more enthusiasm, something that had seemingly been mislaid, disrupting my joy in all things writing-related.
All of my past irons were still in the fire, but the flames had long since extinguished.
So, when I felt that joy returning last week, I was overjoyed.
I felt stronger, more capable than I had in ages. More than happy to stoke the fire and ramp up the workload. Just as well, really, for there was a lot to catch up on. My days were full of bliss and determination as I set to work.
Most of my endeavours brought even more joy to my heart, but gradually, the not-so-easy tasks began to make their presence known.
I wasn’t daunted, as I was the new, stronger me now, wasn’t I?
My enthusiasm doubled as I refused to admit defeat. Not so soon, anyway!
It wasn’t long before I realised I was almost back to square one. Too many irons in the fire again, and I wasn’t getting anywhere. The only thing missing was the despondency and depression.
I could avoid the tasks that were defeating me and walk a less complicated path, but I knew I couldn’t live with that.
The first thing that occurred to me was that I had to concentrate on one thing at a time, as it was becoming apparent that my multitasking days had gone the way of all things. Trying to ignore this fact was probably the reason I had painted myself into a corner before.
I will also ask for help more often, as trying to learn anything on YouTube can be disappointing, and I am fast running out of ideas. (And a little patience)
So, there will be changes as I continue to try and make everything work…
Jaye, take it from me, my life mantra is ‘one day at a time’, sometimes one hour at a time. It helps me to not get overwhelmed. <3 BTW, how was the beach venture? <3
I didn’t get to go in the end, boo hoo… something always gets in the way, but I won’t give up!
Arg! Reschedule! 🙂
I’m working on it…
🙂
I think I had a week or two in my thirties where I could multi-task efectively, but it didn’t last. 🙂
I suppose I should be grateful that I can do one at a time these days… 💕
Life is up and down, phases and stages, ebbs and flows. Finding a rhythm that works is hard. Good luck!!
I often wonder why life has some many swings and roundabouts, Jan…
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Thank you so much for sharing this, Michael…
I agree with Steve. You are on the right path. One step at a time and you’ll eventually find you’ve gone 10 miles. (I was going to say 100, but let’s not get silly.)
You’re probably right, Vivienne… I’m just impatient…
Peace be with you
Thank you, a little peace would be wonderful…
Those YouTube vids make everything look so easy! But reality can require a few more iteration. One at a time is a good idea… But you’re still winning!
I know you’re right, Steve… I’m getting a little impatient these days…
True of us all at this stage of life, I think, Jaye! 😊