Hey Folks,
Well, it’s been a while since I’ve written. I took a 2 week “staycation” – that word will be in the dictionary one day! My son and I visited some of my Aunts, Uncles and cousins, played a little pool and watched a lot of DVD’s. We learned that there is a right and a wrong way to insert the case back into Red Box. He had a few more stick shift driving lessons with my roomie and a lot of free time to do what he wanted before starting back to school. He’s very active so he ran with his cross country team in the mornings, hiked surrounding mountains, took his girlfriend to a local zoo and a cookout at a lake.
I had time to realize that I need more balance in my life – which I believe will bring more happiness and profit than working during all of the time that I have any strength to avoid having to deal with the emotions of my ex-boyfriend breaking up with me over a year ago. I knew that I was using work as an escape, but it has always been my way of running away from hurtful situations and it has served me well; however, it’s time to deal with it and move on.
Now the hard part, getting back into a routine that includes work! I’m a perfectionist, like most people who have fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue, and I’m learning a new method (new for me) for my marketing business. So I don’t feel comfortable making that first call until I’ve mastered all of the training—which I seem to be having a hard time finishing. The training is great and much easier than any I’ve done in the past – it actually makes sense to me, but as soon as I’m finished the training – I’ll have to pick up the phone & start talking to people – which I’m good at, so why the procrastination? I bet Leelja could tell me! Any of you marketing people out there ever had trouble picking up the phone?
Anyway, I’m slowly creating a new routine that includes some light exercise with my osteoball, marketing work, taking care of me work ( fixing dinner and doing the dishes ), spiritual time, and relaxation – all without feeling guilty about not working my marketing business during all of my “productive” time. Oh yeah, and I’m supposed to remember to be flexible too .
Here’s to Feeling Better!
Karla Setchel
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20 Comments and Pings on Getting Started Again After a “Staycation”
Wow, what courage! Feelin poopy just isn’t any fun, is it? I’m glad your out here speaking to those who share the same pain and teaching your lifestyle tips and modifications that are a must to staying well.
Your friend, kim
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Thanks Kim,
I’m looking forward to getting to know everyone better! I keep meeting more people who have overcome fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue and am interested in how they accomplished that not only for myself, but for the FMS/CFS group that I host as well as adding helpful info to my blog.
Blessings,
Karla
Glad you back Karla, as Marketing is one business profession on the highest scale of pay, and thus-sly rewarded. If I run into anyone with these aliments, I’ll be sure to direct them here! Thanks for Sharing, Cal
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Thanks Cal!
Blessings,
Karla
Hey there Karla! I’m so glad you’re back. I’ve missed your posts! I’m also glad that you’re back refreshed and renewed. That’s important. You’ll get back into the swing of things before you know it. If you need anything, just let me know.
Sincerely,
David Haines
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Thanks David!
Blessings,
Karla
Hola Karla,
It’s great you’re you back! It’s really important once in a while to take a time for us and spend some time with family and friends.
After all, we’re still human beings!
Saludos,
Marco
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Karla,
Life balance is a struggle for most of us as entrepreneurs. Keep us posted as you seek balance and keep sharing your tips! Glad you are back:)!
Christy
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Thanks Christy!
Blessings,
Karla
Thanks Marco!
Blessings,
Karla
Hi Karla,
Great to have you back, We missed you!
It’s very important to take time to relax (I’m a workaholic:( you always come back refreshed.
And about your boyfriend, I think everything happens for a reason and that is, you will find a better one believe me
Blessings
Raisa
Thanks Raisa
Blessings,
Karla
Karla,
I am glad you are back, too. I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with the world, but you should always have some “YOU” time. It is very important.
Jaden
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Thanks Jaden!
Blessings,
Karla
We all have our ups and downs, our surge forward spurts and our “staycations” when we get out of the loop. These are all important stages, and they are all part of our overall success. The trick is to try to maintain a level of consistency through it all.
Keep up the exercise and consistent action, Karla. It will pay off for you!
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Aloha Karla,
I am glad you are rejuvenated and ready to go. Yes, life is definitely about balance and especially knowing that you can’t give what you don’t have, so go get it for you!
Time is the most precious commodity we are all given cause you will never get this minute back. I’ve learned to “invest” my time wisely and to always be happy!
Aloha,
Kellie
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Thanks for sharing. love the way you write… For me I know its a continual struggle to keep a balance.. but its fun making it happen
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Thanks Kaye,
I look forward to reaching a balance (however short lived) soon!
Blessings,
Karla
Thanks Kellie,
Learning to give to myself has been a long and hard lesson for me, but I think I’m finally getting it!
Best Wishes,
Karla
Thanks David,
You are always so encouraging and I appreciate you
Blessings,
Karla
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