Stop! Be Well
Tuesday, September 30th, 2008
I’m a person who enjoys having a lot of projects ongoing all the time. Still, I recognize that stillness and reflection are crucial for the projects to succeed. At work this is most true. We have several tests we are giving the kids right now and the pressure is on to see them succeed. Whether it is subject/predicate standards or just plain spelling, we as teachers are thinking about what we can do to get them to score the highest. In the process, I think many classes get burned out and do less than they would have given more PE or just restful time in class to prepare.
At home this is prevalent. My kids are reaching up for me (ages 1,3, and 10) metaphorically or literally and I can feel the pull on my attention. I am thinking about my blogs and the things I need to do as a normal grownup in the world at home but they aren’t concerned about any of that. Kids don’t think outside the box, they live outside the box. Do I push them off or do I spend time with each of them. Again, the forced stillness is so crucial to happy and healthy parenting. I try to spend time with each of them even if I am not 100% successful. Of course, the time with my wife is also crucial. Am I making enough time to be romantic? This is a priority for me, even though my wife might not agree with that statement!
What is it you are rushing to do? Make sure you take the time for stillness. You will find it boosts your productivity and gives you a paradigm shift. You’ll never know until you try!
