Do your interests come in waves?

Mine does. I don't know if it's because I'm Pisces or what but I definitely have seasons. Sometimes mine lasts for years and other weeks to months. For instance, my interests in reading mysteries will last several months then I'm into self help then something else. It all generally comes full circle. I guess it's not my interests that waiver as much as the intensity of my interest. 

Right now my focus is on my vegetable garden. I want to say I'm having so much fun but the truth is it's tons of work. Next season should be easier as I already have the beds and watering systems. I'm a bit of a beginner at all this but it doesn't seem to matter much. I am learning tons. The 4 heads of broccoli that are sprouting up in my garden make it all worthwhile.

Whatever next month holds I look forward to the adventure.

Isn't it funny the restrictions we place upon ourselves. Funny as in strange or odd. I'm chastising myself for missing a blog post last week. The truth is I have no idea if anyone even reads them. It was an arbitrary "rule" I set up for myself to keep me on task and accountable. I don't think there is anything wrong with that at all but belittling myself for not complying is just plan mean.

Why am I so hard on myself yet give others slack whenever possible? Learning to be kind to myself is much harder that I imagined as I expect myself to be better than everyone else. Maybe I'm showing my true colors or flying my freak flag a bit too high. That's ok, I know I can't be the only person who feels this way. 

Being aware is the first step to changing. This is a subject I'll dig deeper into in further posts. For today I hope you can be kind to yourself.

Things don't always go as planned. That's life. For me, being open to change has really made things easier. 

Don't get me wrong, I like to make plans that way I have an idea of what to expect, like is the event inside or outdoors, so I know how to dress. It's not essential but it helps so I don't bring my whole wardrobe everywhere I go. I make loose plans. No, that doesn't mean if "something better" comes along I'll ditch you. I just means that I'm open to change so if it happens it is a smooth transition. 

I'm writing this because my schedule got diverted today and it's in the forefront of my mind. I've had to rearrange or cancel events for the coming weeks. I'm not angry about any of it though I am a tad disappointed. 

This may not be a popular statement but I believe that everything happens for a reason. And if I truly believe that then going with the flow is so important. I understand this isn't for everyone but it's what works for me.