We all need elbow room, but as women we rarely get it. While your family's needs may find their way into your daily schedule, they should not find their way into your personal space. After all, you too need room to breathe. Call it your slice of heaven, a refuge, or your sanctuary for solace. The space where you retreat at the end of every day. Your place to shed all those layers you carry in your outside world. Now, at day's end, they slide to your ankles like a well worn dress.
If you've ever lived with teenagers, they're really good at posting signs on their door. The door you pay for, but, they'll tell you they own it. It's all in the sign: No Grown Ups Allowed. Keep Out! Not Now! Call Me When Food is on the Table!
What would happen if you placed a sign on your door?
You might get a few strange looks and you may feel uncomfortable, but that's about all. Since I'm not a big fan of signs, I suggest some clear communication. Tell your loved ones, "I need to be alone for about an hour," and ask that they respect your privacy. If you have a young family, your room to breathe may be their bedtime.
Your Realistic Retreat
So, how do you find room to breathe when you're smothered with details? You learn how to ask for help. Don't try to go it alone. Don't try to do everything yourself. Discover the power of a dream team, learn how to ask for help, accept help, and free you to do what you love!
Copyright 2010. Asia Sharif-Clark. All rights reserved.
Asia Sharif-Clark, founder of Centered Self Worldwide and creator of "The Power of a Dream Team," course with strategies and tools to support your core, invites you to support your core by receiving weekly tips and encouragement at: http://www.centeredselfworldwide.com
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