Self Care Not Surrender!

I've really struggled through the last few weeks. Everything has felt so demanding.  I really can't say one thing has been worse than the other - it's all been taking it's toll.

I feel I'm doing my best to give as much as possible and in positive ways, but it never seems to be enough. I feel drained dry. I can't be everywhere, do everything all at once or keep everyone happy! Constantly rushing from one thing to another has left my head spinning.

How can I continue on an affirmative course when I'm exhausted and disheartened? There must be some way for me to re-energise and get back on track while still keeping on top of all the demands of my life.

Less demands would be nice - but not realistic :-( A holiday would be lovely, but is definitely not on the cards! I think it is going to come down to very effective planning, to fit in time for myself to recharge the batteries.

Self care is something that I've failed to prioritise lately and I can't see how I can continue to care for everyone else when I'm barely holding it together myself.

Next week, I am going to work in 4-6 hours of time across the week - just for me, to look after... me.  I need some time to relax my mind and sort out how I'm going to get back on track with energy and motivation. Surrender is not an option!