Everyday, I have a finite amount of energy to give. Some days I have more than others, but it is definitely limited. So, I have to spend my energy the way I have to spend my money- use it on what's needed first, and even save a little in reserves in case something big comes up. My superviser has been talking to me about letting frustrations go so they don't use up my energy. I never used to be a frustrated person; I saw myself as laid back and rarely bothered by others unless they were personally attacking me. Now, however, there is a lot more stress in the background of my life, lurking and waiting to turn into frustration towards the people around me over trivial, paperwork things. I end up taxing myself emotionally in these battles against my own emotional attitude, using up the precious resources of my daily energy. So I am trying to learn to allow myself to experience irritation, and then let it go without letting it use up all I have to face the day. I am listening to my music, hearing my fountain trickle, and trying to breathe deep and take it easy as I do my work. So far, so good.
What about you? How do you keep from sweating "the small stuff" that threatens to steal your joy and endanger your working relationships?
Thank you for your wonderful advice on my blog!!! :o) I do sweat the small stuff, but then I'm constantly reminding myself not to as it's not worth it, so I think regarding the small stuff life is pretty balanced. :o)
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