Frantic could be my middle name at times. Because of the trauma of my earlier years of life, I allow these feelings to take over from time to time. My understanding of PTSD is an inside-out situation. From inside me to the outside world, my actions and emotions express who I am. I do have anxiety medications if required, but I like to self-soothe, which helps me to realize I can’t do it all.
Recently, I decided to be a creator and marketer and use all of the online platforms available. Yes, Christmas can make me very frantic. And that was the trigger this time, the upcoming season. And even though I remind myself of what I have to manage daily, health-wise, I still remember that women are supposed to be superwomen! Even at 63. Trying to write marketing content, make the videos, and place them in strategic positions online is utterly nuts. Yep, meet me, the new Mrs. Squirrel.
Comparatively, the online platforms are like surfing the Banzi pipeline in Hawaii for the first time, ever surfing. You can hop from Whatsnot, to TikTok, to Facebook, to Instagram, to your webpage, Etsy, WordPress, and Youtube. The big all-swallowing wave is bound to hit sooner rather than later. For me, thank God, it was sooner! I have overcome the franticness and moved to a more straightforward approach. Giving me time each day to work on my novel, Austin.
So if you read my past post about my merch going on here, please ignore it. I am very much human.
Some ways I self-soothe are listening to music, reading my Bible, and doing stretching exercises. I love this bible verse, “Peace I leave with you; my Peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” Love Jesus. I added the love Jesus part because I do feel like it is a love note from my Savior!
If you are struggling with franticness or the stress of the season, take a break from your own mind. Put some music on and breathe deeply. Tell yourself that you are God’s child and loved far more than this world can show you. Imagine Him wrapping you in His arms, holding you, and gently rocking back and forth. Because you are His child, you are worthy!
God Bless You!
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