I keep over scheduling.

My diary is jam packed with work that I’m finding that I actually don’t have time for myself.

I’ve repeatedly told myself I need to get better at giving myself a break.

So why am I finding it hard to do?

Maybe because I love being busy? Being busy is fun. I thrive on feeling productive.

But what I’ve ended up doing, is working most days back to back to back all day, with only a few breaks here and there. 

It means I’m just on the go all the time. I’m not able to run until the evening, then I’m not having dinner until later & then I’m going to sleep later.

The reality is:

• I’m worried about not earning as much if I let things slow down a bit.

• I’m anxious I’ll end up losing out on opportunities.

• I’m nervous I’ll lose connections I’ve made.

• I feel guilty if I don’t work as much as I can because of the nature of being freelance.

It reached a point this week though, where I knew I had to do something about it. 

• I went through my Calendly and blocked out time for breaks and lunch going forward. 

• Yesterday, I blocked the afternoon off and went outside in daylight! - I love this time of year & was getting annoyed at myself for not getting out! 

• I’ve been saying aloud, ‘it can wait’

• I’ve said ‘no’ when asked if I’m free for meetings on days where I already have a few things on.

I think this will continue to be a work in progress for me though! 

Can anyone relate? 

15th March 2025