I started the New Year with a kick start, a new me ... I booked a holiday, I learnt to say 'NO' when I always used to say 'YES' and I booked a hairdressing appointment for a make-over ... oh and I'm not comfort eating anymore!! Now how's that for starters?
You're probably wondering where all this new found confidence came from, well for me it was a relationship break-up that finally gave me the kick start to do something positive and make major changes, so hey hold on there, I'm not suggesting you break-up with your partner or loved one to do it!! No crikey, no!! ... but it is also because I have one to one with the organisation/charity Rethink and my Carer Support Worker has SERIOUSLY helped me over time to find 'ME' again ...
I wanted to share my new found confidence with other Carers and to say that just because we are Carers does not mean we have to be slaves to EVERYONE and EVERYTHING that comes in our path. We are often stoical and think of others before ourselves, but WE are important too you know.
Finding time for US means we become better Carers too and our confidence and self-esteem will grow with it.
So do me a favour this New Year, make time for YOU and do just ONE thing that makes a difference to just YOU.
Phone a friend, book a facial or massage or buy a new lipstick, it doesn't have to be anything big but MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUR LIFE TODAY!!
Oh and Happy New Year EVERYONE,
From a Carer Buddy on Carers Connect International
Tip:Make time for you TODAY: it wont change your world overnight but it's certainly a step in the right direction!!