Yesterday evening, I sent a group message to some of my closest friends and named honestly how exhausted I am. Things are fine in my world, but over the last few weeks, I’ve had a lot of demands on my time and energy. Some have involved projects I love, but mostly, I have a sense that so many people are struggling all at the same time. My heart feels for many loved ones and for our collective world of loved ones who are anxious, sad, on edge, or unsure of life’s direction — and these, on top of any of the daily stressors we face.
I’ve just really been feeling it.
It felt good to name this and share my need to rest and rejuvenate. I am writing this the evening before this post will be scheduled for publication. I will not be setting an alarm for the morning.
I’m glad that others are holding me as I’m holding these needs.
Sharing is caring, but also caring is sharing.
–Renee Roederer
Smuggling Grace 