“Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.” -Buddha
Food in my fridge. Friends who might call. My dog sleeping on a nearby pillow. What more do I need to get my work done? On some days, not much. Other days I can’t find enough time to complete the tasks I have in mind. Regardless if the moment I’m experiencing feels rough or easy, there is work to be done.
When times are ‘difficult’ bills need paying, plants need watering, dogs need walking. When times are ‘good’ bills need paying, plants need watering, dogs need walking. If you listen to the news, waiting for the ‘good’ times to begin, they never will.
So for me, Today is a wonderful day. After 20 years of living with the symptoms of Chronic Fatigue, I’m happy and grateful to sit here, preparing for my next show. The ability to perform even the most ‘mundane’ tasks, without mind numbing pain or without soul crushing fatigue is a gift and a blessing.
During these seemingly ‘difficult’ times, I’m focusing on the small miracles that occur throughout the day. Because they add up to poignant discoveries. Such as no longer feeling the need to separate my work from life from my friends, or from my dog. Or even from my bills, because getting them paid means relaxing in a long hot bath. Which might lead to creative thoughts, which might lead to inspiring action which might lead to…well…work!
Have a lovely, blessed day. Enjoy your work and your life- no one else can do it for you!
