Ah Spring…. time to get going after a winter’s slumber. It’s getting warmer and staying lighter longer, so open the doors, start cleaning, planning, and doing. Summer’s coming!
With all those added pressures, is it any wonder that mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and even suicides spike in the Spring?
This week, we talk about slowing down. Giving yourself permission to put your priorities in place and establish rhythms that restore sanity in your life. Just because you’ve already lost your basketball pool doesn’t mean you have to lose your mind.
This Week’s Listener Question:
I’m struggling with insomnia. I wake up every night between 2:00 – 3:00 a.m. and can’t get back to sleep. My anxiety is rising and I’m worried all the time. Spring is coming and I should be happy but I feel crazy. What’s wrong with me?
Small Group Questions:
1. Are you experiencing any of the challenges Christine and Laura discussed that are common at this time of year? Are you feeling “March Madness”?
2. List all the pressures that we face as we head into the Spring.
3. How can you gain clarity with your calendar during this time of year? What are your top three priorities in this season?
4. Describe your ideal way to launch and land your days. What’s the first step you can take to start implementing these ways?
5. What might it look like to “put yourself to bed” at night? What obstacles will you need to overcome to start these practices?
Bonus Activity:
· Read this article Christine brought to our attention about “March Madness” –
https://www.mghclaycenter.org/parenting-concerns/teenagers/spring-suicide-an-unlikely-combination/
· What are your questions after reading the article? Please submit them to us at – www.soulenchilada.com
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