tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post563279899602164939..comments2024-02-12T15:15:51.364+02:00Comments on The Five Year Project: Arranging Furniture in My HeadMisha Gerrickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06364173848456424521noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-46389784951125058482016-03-25T19:40:33.636+02:002016-03-25T19:40:33.636+02:00I was stressed and anxious years ago because of my...I was stressed and anxious years ago because of my day job and the people I worked around. I switched places, took on fewer burdens, rejected people who want to overwhelm me, and I'm doing a lot better now. So much stuff is done on the computer now that it's easy to say we'll take a few minutes checking email, but then it turns to much longer. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-83138660990557238692016-03-24T18:58:22.412+02:002016-03-24T18:58:22.412+02:00For me there are two parts to my stress - worrying...For me there are two parts to my stress - worrying about what I'm going to do, and worrying about what I'm doing. Like you, I had to confine work stuff to working hours only. Shutting off the part of your brain that worries about work things outside of work hours (aka what you're going to be doing)... it's a beautiful thing and goes a long way. Glad to hear you're taking some steps to bring your stress levels down. I mean, it's either that or start a Fight Club... and I think you're better off with your idea.A Beer for the Showerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17029139745335325356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-7116983322959834422016-03-24T18:42:44.186+02:002016-03-24T18:42:44.186+02:00We do have to recognize our limits. And take posit...We do have to recognize our limits. And take positive action as one of the above commenters said. And we do need to take time to have fun. In almost 76 years I've never been very good at that. So you do it!<br /><br />And thanks for your comment on my lost opportunity story. Your post kind of echoes it. Relax and have a happy weekend! <br /><br />ann @ http://anncarbinebest.comAnn Carbine Besthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11948726603913621673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-41279659628496651982016-03-24T12:09:10.759+02:002016-03-24T12:09:10.759+02:00I was in a similar position three years ago and wo...I was in a similar position three years ago and work followed me home each night, at weekends and during holidays. So pleased you are taking positive action to overcome the stress. Feel better soon and keep us updated. Just shout out when you need words of encouragement and keep the faith. Have a great weekend!!Nicolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14674648154579013578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-31917982501902252182016-03-24T00:31:25.185+02:002016-03-24T00:31:25.185+02:00These moments are necessary. Better to notice now,...These moments are necessary. Better to notice now, before the anxiety and the stress does serious harm. Take it from me. I now take things in stride and focus on the fun of each task. <br /><br />And you can write at work? Nice. :) <br /><br />Remember to have fun! Life is short. Every day should be filled with wonders.Tanya Reimerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00293977395016853814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-67706474746664777902016-03-24T00:02:00.547+02:002016-03-24T00:02:00.547+02:00I'm sorry to hear that stress has been kicking...I'm sorry to hear that stress has been kicking your butt, but it sounds like you're starting to get a handle on it. Refusing to let your work load infringe on your personal time is a great place to start. I wish you much success in getting things back on a nice mellow even keel again.<br /><br />Susan Flett Swiderskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09425315552148200073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-63109282906478626072016-03-23T21:58:42.220+02:002016-03-23T21:58:42.220+02:00Not doing work stuff outside of work hours and mak...Not doing work stuff outside of work hours and making sure you get a lunch break sounds very sensible to me. I hope that helps at least a little.Patsyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12263765378083045973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-59654549793809322162016-03-23T20:16:43.895+02:002016-03-23T20:16:43.895+02:00Good plan! Keep work stuff within the confines of ...Good plan! Keep work stuff within the confines of work. Don't take it home.<br />Sometimes a meltdown is good. My wife claims she tries to schedule one every six months or so for good measure.Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-10383397852213669382016-03-23T19:27:22.170+02:002016-03-23T19:27:22.170+02:00You are such an inspiration!
I love that you share...You are such an inspiration!<br />I love that you shared your journey and now your solution. <br />Stress is a killer and finding balance at home and at work is difficult. At least for me, because at work it felt like the eyes of the world/boss was judging my every move. At home I just failed to keep up with everything.<br />Love that you're using goal setting to solve the issues. It does work! <br />My son and I just set a series of goals that will help both of us achieve some peace of mind. No more running around in circles.<br />Kudos!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-29675140352283601462016-03-23T18:57:24.413+02:002016-03-23T18:57:24.413+02:00I'm glad to hear you're taking action towa...I'm glad to hear you're taking action toward handling your anxiety. I hope it works out well for you. For me, it's been a process of stepping back from everything. Granted, I don't have much of a social life, but I have less stress. I hope your anxiety lessens in the weeks ahead!Loni Townsendhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05126958230703180761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-80992369389734735162016-03-23T18:45:32.910+02:002016-03-23T18:45:32.910+02:00It's need for balance. Good luck finding it. I...It's need for balance. Good luck finding it. I think you're on the right path setting up some boundaries in your life. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-30721322194159087992016-03-23T18:39:02.912+02:002016-03-23T18:39:02.912+02:00Stress sucks! But recognizing you need to do somet...Stress sucks! But recognizing you need to do something and implementing a plan is a good way to beat that stress. I've had to do some evaluating lately when my editing for clients was taking away all of my time for writing/editing my own work. This weekend I was finally able to focus on myself and my characters. It felt good.Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-38318683428877693652016-03-23T17:14:01.859+02:002016-03-23T17:14:01.859+02:00Dealing with stress, often when circumstances and ...Dealing with stress, often when circumstances and events causing it are beyond your control isn't an easy thing to deal with, especially long term.<br /><br />Hang in there!Terry W. Ervin IIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13561009802388207515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-31790300529828939462016-03-23T14:59:11.034+02:002016-03-23T14:59:11.034+02:00My stress has gotten to me in the last 6 months. I...My stress has gotten to me in the last 6 months. I started grinding my teeth at night which led to terrible earaches and a tooth abscess. I realized my writing goals were putting too much pressure on me. I've scaled back and now take time to enjoy life a bit more, watch TV, eat out with friends, stop pushing myself so hard. The grinding stopped. Ambition is a good thing, but not when it wrecks your health and takes the joy out of life.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735576044552810103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-6731363621740844402016-03-23T14:00:26.191+02:002016-03-23T14:00:26.191+02:00Misha, this is exactly what I have been going thro...Misha, this is exactly what I have been going through... I don't know how to get on top of it... and the same as you, I have had worse times where stress was insane and I dealt with it... right at the moment it is a bunch of little things... I am evaluating too... I have a lot of changes I need to make. Good luck with your goals and changes too xox Launna https://www.blogger.com/profile/09447311902825477772noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5190412120537448720.post-63354204537723065502016-03-23T13:26:51.523+02:002016-03-23T13:26:51.523+02:00Being able to recognise the signs and then do some...Being able to recognise the signs and then do something positive to help yourself is fantastic. Setting work goals is a brilliant idea. Sending lots of calming thoughts your way :-)Annalisa Crawfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14943610814274794998noreply@blogger.com