I don’t know if it’s because it went from summer to winter in a week or if it’s because of just plain being broke, but I’ve fallen a bit into the doldrums in the last few days. Unfortunately, it does seem like the things that can pick you back up are either not good for you or cost money.
I may be a shopaholic too. I found myself watching the Home Shopping Network late one night and decided I really needed to order some wrinkle cream. I paid the HSN credit card off months ago and for some reason cannot locate it now. I hid it from myself and can’t find it. After searching through drawers and purses and wallets in the middle of the night, I realized that there was a reason I had hidden that damn card. I also realized that I didn’t need any wrinkle cream.
So I’ve been thinking of the things that make me feel good that are free and healthy.
On Seeing the 100% Perfect Girl, by Haruki Murakami-
Most everyone that knows me knows that this is my all time favorite short story. It’s not a happy story but the fact that it’s a seize the day kind of, take advantage of the now story, makes me feel good. Give it a read, it’s only a about a page.
Matisyahu-Jewish Reggae
I’m not Jewish and reggae music isn’t my top choice for music, but the music of Matisyahu completely clears my mind and enables me to regain my hope and outlook on my life. To be honest, I don’t even know what he’s saying most of the time, it’s just a sound that I adored the second I heard it. Guess you could say it’s my present day Enya. Check out his new song…guaranteed to make you feel good.
sometimes in my tears I drown
but I never let it get me down
so when negativity surrounds
I know some day it’ll all turn around
-Matisyahu, One Day
Christmas Movies and Kids Movies
My parents occasionally listen to Christmas music and I could watch Christmas movies any time of the year as well. There’s a reason that people continue to watch It’s a Wonderful Life and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, it’s just that not many people realize that they can watch these movies any time of the year. Okay, so unless you’ve TIVOd it or recorded it, movies aren’t always free. I have DVRd a couple so I can watch them anytime of the year though.
There are also kids movies that aren’t seasonal and almost all adults have a favorite. Finding Nemo is one of mine. I also have to admit that I actually crave Mary Poppins and Pollyanna once in a while.
Feed the Spirit
Whether it’s going to church or just meditating, taking a break and focusing on our own spirituality can help refocus and get us back on track. We forget that our spirit gets tired and run down and needs nourishment just as our bodies and minds do. It is also reassuring that in the end, it is all in a higher being’s hands, whether you believe in God or Buddha. We can only do what we are humanly able to. After that it’s up to Him.
Blogging and Journaling
Maybe it’s the writer in me. I had my first diary in elementary school and since then have found that writing is cathartic, even if I’m not writing about my immediate problems. Putting everything on paper puts it into perspective and I can find solace when I look back later and realize that things always work out.
Always. See, I feel better already.
For anyone that’s going through the doldrums or are just plain tired, take a look at some of the things in this post. Most of all, keep your head up. It’ll be okay.
Operation WITHIMMG
Day 11-fast food dinner $10.00
Day 12- Walmart jeans and long sleeved shirts for my daughter and misc. items I probably didn’t need. $67.00
Day 13-bought soup for lunch $5.00 and cranberry juice (2 for $1.00)