After a rough week with my inner critic, I had to switch up my routine in order to get back on my feet.
Between a fibromyalgia flare and creative obstacles, I realized that I didn’t have a strong enough emergency kit for moments of self-doubt.
Depression, career obstacles or emotional blocks can really sidetrack your plans. When you have a busy schedule and daily career responsibilities, every day counts. Every day is lost money or productivity. Missing a week of work can make it seem like you’ve been absent a month.
Here are 3 resources I recommend when self-doubt becomes a burden:
Pinterest: Yes, Pinterest is still a thing. Here’s some search ideas to help you find solutions.
Low energy?– Look up juice recipes (adding ginger to smoothies is a good pick me up), yoga poses, book recommendations, hygenic solutions (scrubbing with Himalayan salt crystals, etc).
Creative blocks?– Research articles on this topic, find crystals that help remove blocks, affirming mantras, and quotes from other creatives who battled the same obstacles.
Does your self-care suck? – Pinterest is a wonderful search engine in regards to health and wellness. I have found numerous articles on self-care here. Plus, sometimes our self-care routines get stale and we need to switch it up!
I also recommend following my Pinterest page where I include boards for career inspiration, self-care, Psychology, wellness and fitness.
Podcasts: Although I’m not a regular listener to podcasts, I knew I needed to try something new to bust out of my funk. Tip: If you’re in a funk, ask yourself what you need. Do you need to read, move, watch something motivational, revisit an old book, dump ideas on paper or talk with a mentor? DO THAT! I couldn’t dig into a book but needed to hear a snack sized solution.
Recommendations:
Jen Carrington’s Make It Happen Podcast: Episode – 5 Reminders For Big Hearted Creatives Who Are Feeling The Business Blues.
Kyshira Moffett’s Podcast: The Bombshell Diaries
Books & Videos:
Peaks and Valleys by Spencer Johnson, M.D. – A quick story about a young man who seeks guidance from a wise man about the highs and lows of life.
Rising Strong by Brene Brown – This story is literally about picking yourself up when you fall flat on your face.
Finding Inner Courage by Mark Nepo – A cancer survivor and brilliant poet compiled short stories to bring peace and courage. This book talks TO you, not AT you.
Marie Forleo TV – Marie’s inspirational videos are not just for entrepeneurs. I subscribe to her weekly emails just for her insightful videos. She has interesting interviews with psychologists, authors, spiritual gurus, holistic doctors and successful entrepeneurs, to name a few.
