Why don’t I post more?

Why don’t I post more? Honestly I tried so hard when I first started my business to get everything perfect; post lots of things on the blog, post on Instagram, create my website. All this while navigating insurance, setting up a charting system, having a preschooler at home part time, and navigating an autoimmune disease that was out of control. 

It was out of control because I was chronically stressed.  I’ve since learned the importance the mind plays in relation to the body, and try to manage my stress through various methods including seeing my own EMDR therapist, slowing down, and creating a lifestyle that works for me and my family. We aren’t a “be busy every single weekend” sort of family, and sadly I think we are the exception. We like our downtime, but I’ve had to fight hard not to compare other people’s level of busyness to our lack of constant activity.

I read recently that 90% of the time you have with your kids is before the age of 18! 18!! Half my time is gone with one of my sons, and I want to use the rest of my time with him and his brother being more present, making memories, and being involved in their lives.    

So why don’t I post more? Because I’m trying to be more present and outside of seeing therapy clients I’m volunteering at their school, taking care of my own mental and physical health, getting outside, taking trainings that apply to my areas of focus that I’m excited to learn about, and seeing friends. Those things are important to me. And I won’t sacrifice those things for spending my free time hustling to earn my worth or prove myself as a business owner and therapist.  I’ve seen more and more therapists sharing their own stories, and I think it lands with people. So going foward, I’ll also try to show up here more authentically and share more about my own experiences where it is appropriate. I want to be relatable, but not oversharing. I’ll post when I feel I have something important to say.

I’d encourage you to spend your time doing what brings you life and joy too. Don’t miss out on what’s in front of you for what’s on your phone.