Unscheduled Maintenance Improved the Well-being of a Tired Soul

Summary

The author reflects on the importance of mental and physical well-being, sharing a personal journey of coping with emotional challenges and the decision to take a break from writing to protect their creativity and regain composure.

Abstract

In a candid piece, the author discusses the delicate balance between thriving and merely surviving in life, emphasizing the impact of mindset on how individuals handle crises. The author confesses to struggling with past traumas and present insecurities, which sometimes lead to emotional paralysis. Despite moments of exhilaration and success in dodging worst-case scenarios, certain triggers can cause disorientation and vulnerability. Recognizing the need for self-care, the author decides to take a break from writing on Medium, acknowledging the importance of maintaining mental and physical health. The break helps in preserving their creativity from negativity and reaffirms their commitment to patience and emotional control. The author expresses gratitude for the support from readers and editors, and the desire to continue sharing their journey while managing their well-being.

Opinions

The author believes that the ability to thrive in life, rather than just survive, is influenced by one's mindset and emotional resilience.
Emotional exhaustion is a common experience, and the author suggests that maintaining a positive outlook is crucial for well-being.
The author admits to facing unexpected challenges that test their perseverance, without prior warning or chance to prepare.
They acknowledge the struggle to contain emotions amidst provocations and blame, and the difficulty in not being affected by unprovoked attacks.
The author values the therapeutic nature of writing but recognizes the need to step back when it becomes counterproductive and depressing.
A brief hiatus is seen as beneficial for safeguarding creativity and regaining emotional balance.
The author appreciates the support of their readers and the editors of Illumination, highlighting the importance of a nurturing environment for creativity.

A candid confession

The difference between thriving and surviving in life is everything. Most of us drag ourselves out of emotional and physical exhaustion to face a new day. Some survive by minimalist expectations to enjoy the present without worrying about the future. Only a few of us are fortunate enough to let go of our past traumas and maintain a positive outlook for the present and the future.

When a crisis hits, we react differently according to our mindsets; for some, even a change in the weather puts them in crisis mode; for others, even life-threatening situations cannot disturb their sense of calm.

No denying the fact that all of us are a strange mix of emotions, traumas, resilience, and brilliance. How to tackle life and use these tools efficiently makes us enjoy life irrespective of its challenges.

Life will never stop treating us with unusual circumstances where our perseverance is persistently tested. It doesn’t offer any prior warnings nor give us a chance to prepare. We have to adapt, adjust, and accommodate whatever comes our way.

As a member of this planet, the curveballs thrown at me have derailed everything I had planned and hoped for. To say I’ve been successful in dodging the worst-case scenarios will not be an understatement.

Some days, I feel exhilarated, excited, and energized to face life and its sweet rewards. However, some triggers still hold me back and compel me to become disoriented, dishevelled, and desperate.

The crutches of the past, the insecurities of the future, and the severity of the present become too much, leaving me emotionally and physically immobile. Neither the tears nor the laughter come to the rescue in these moments; just numbness takes over.

Will I ever be successful in containing my emotions when surrounded by the troubled sea of deliberate insinuations? Will I ever be able to maintain my mental strength in the midst of vicious blame? Will I ever be able to stop myself from being vulnerable to unprovoked attacks on my life? I don’t know.

What I know for sure is that I need to devote more time to excel at maintaining my mental and physical well-being. What I see myself doing in the future is taking regular breaks for doing nothing. What I promise myself to practise is more patience when some untoward incident provokes an instantaneous negative reaction.

For the first time since I started writing on Medium, I haven’t posted anything for a week. I missed interacting with my readers; their awesome responses make me happy. However, I couldn’t write anything that appeared therapeutic; rather, it seemed more depressing.

So, I took a nice break to safeguard my creativity from the unwanted negativity that had surrounded me for the past few days. Nothing dramatic. I was disappointed for losing control of my calm composure for something insignificant, and I should have better control over my emotions.

Luke was really upset seeing me in the state. As you all know, I don’t raise my voice in his presence or get angry or overexcited.

Now, the temperatures and our heartbeats are working in perfect rhythm. Both of us missed you all.

Sincere thanks to the editors of Illumination for providing a hospitable environment for my creativity.

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Unscheduled Maintenance Improved the Well-being of a Tired Soul

A candid confession