This post may resonate with some of you, or it may not. But I feel the urge to write it today because I need to remind myself how to practice kindness to my body and mind. These days have been challenging, and when I'm this tired, I tend to isolate myself and ignore the things I know are best for me. Does this happen to you too? 

During these past few days, I have been feeling frustrated and angry with myself because I haven't achieved some goals yet. I always tell myself that I'm my priority, but it's easy to distract ourselves with all the tasks. So, here's our reminder to practice kindness to our body and mind. 

First reminder: it's ok not to be at your best every day

When 2023 started, I was so pumped to do things, be in a certain way, and evolve myself and my life toward my goals. But it's normal to have some days off or down. I often blame myself when I have those days, but I need to remind myself that it's normal and to be present even in these moments.

Living these days like an opportunity to recharge and reflect can be interesting. You may find a new wave of inspiration or rest because you need it, and that's ok. 

Second reminder: be present

Being present during every phase of your mood is crucial to be conscious of what it's happening in you. Live every moment like a precious treasure. You are you, and that's your superpower, is a quote I found a long ago, but it's so true! You are special even during your blue moments. Listen to yourself and your gut because they instinctively know what's best, even if you're unconscious. 

Third reminder: be kind

I have one of my blue moments these days, and I'm isolating, blaming myself, and staying in my head. Not only is it normal, but my body and mind simultaneously face so many different things that I can barely talk during dinner. So, why am I blaming myself and pretending so much to me? That's not kind. Why am I prioritizing being kind to other people and not to myself? 

When my body suffered from a lousy contracture, and I stopped working out, I knew I needed to listen to myself. I took some days off of workouts, planned some fun activities, and somehow I managed to take care of my body and mind. Even planning a lovely experience during the weekend can boost your mood and be a form of kindness. You're so kind to invite yourself for a date that you feel like a new person. 

Fourth reminder: talk and say out loud if you need a break

It may seem weird, but I don't take a break until I say out loud that I need to rest. Saying it to someone helps me realize it. When I'm facing multiple things simultaneously, I do things non-stop automatically. My to-do list is my energy, but I disconnect from myself to tick off my list. That's why saying out loud that I need a break is my first move to be kind to my body and mind. Then, I force myself to slow down, take time, and reconnect to myself. One of my favorite things is having a long, slow, yummy breakfast with my favorite TV show. I can't express how much I wait for those moments. Usually, I wake up super early in the morning, and I enjoy the silence of my home. There is just the apartment and me. I can be, think, and do whatever I want at my rhythm. So lovely. Then, when my fiancé wakes up, I'm already in the mood for doing things together and being social. 

Even the tiniest things are precious when you're kind to your body and mind. 

This post may sound redundant, but I must remember these reminders. So, maybe it's helpful to some of you who need to repeat these things to be kind to the body and mind.