Comments on: 3 ideas for de-stressing, detoxing and getting yourself together

By: Archana

Archana — Mon, 16 Sep 2013 00:19:27 +0000

Hi Eva! All your newness is so similar to the changes I’m experiencing, right down to working at the kitchen table. I can’t tell you how many times we’ve had multiple laptops, notebooks and pens alongside our dinner plates and glasses. I love your ideas for switching up the routine. As you said, the hardest part is sticking to the plan. Bon courage to us all :) Thanks for reading!

By: Archana

Archana — Sat, 14 Sep 2013 15:23:51 +0000

Will definitely post a follow-up!

By: Eva

Eva — Sat, 14 Sep 2013 15:03:16 +0000

Thanks Archana for this honest & positive post. I found your blogvia a link from a friend on fb and so found this post. Your story does ring through with us, as with the others above as well. Happy you brought it up, as it makes all of us feel less ‘lost’.
We are just in the middle of a perfect storm of newness, in way to deep to feel any ground, nor even see the coast appear. We just came back to our home city Brussels after a stay abroad, have quite quickly bought a house that needs renovation ( way more than we anticipated), and are in the middle of a start-up; both of us working from the kitchen table, in the non-renovated house.
I’ve felt that ever since we came to Brussels I’ve been out of shape, eating out too much, working too much and totally bypassing work-out and me-time.
I have made about the same ‘good plans’ to stick too: more home cooking, more exercise (yoga & runnning), more fun times, more socialising.. and and and…Difficult to keep it up. But good to read we are not alone.
Bon Courage!

By: Raluca | WhatWouldGwynethDo

Raluca | WhatWouldGwynethDo — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 19:41:38 +0000

Thanks for the mention! I am glad the menu planning is having such an impact :)

By: Archana

Archana — Fri, 13 Sep 2013 00:13:41 +0000

I’m telling you, a few days in and I’m hooked on meal planning. It’s not as regimented as some may think and it’s just nice to have everything you need right at home. Frozen pizza counts, too! Will definitely share my experience. Thanks, Rahsi!

By: Rashi

Rashi — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 14:04:27 +0000

Ah, great post! I was just telling Nick last night that sometimes figuring out what to eat for dinner is the most stressful part of the day… and having dinner everyday is about the most predictable thing in a day so why does it feel like it sneaks up on me everyday?? Meal planning is a fantastic idea and something I need to try. Looking forward to seeing what you plan!

By: Archana

Archana — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 05:50:12 +0000

Isn’t it crazy that we can actually feel guilty for indulging in relaxation?? I love your ideas — especially working in coffee shops. Since I work from home, I’m all about change of scenery. Thanks, Kristin!

By: Kristin

Kristin — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 04:05:56 +0000

Great post, I too love your honesty! You’re in no way crazy…or alone! I get extremely overwhelmed at times and have occasional meltdowns. Usually it’s because I’ve worked myself to death, deprived myself of sleep, or haven’t been social enough which leads me feeling down and lonely. I did the same thing earlier this year and came up with ideas that would help me ‘deal’ a little better. I started doing pilates, made time to read every night, and started frequenting coffee shops to do blog work. I needed a change in scenery! I also made a conscious effort to meet friends for drinks or dinner more often. Oh, and I allow myself to read magazines and watch bad tv sans the guilt!

Kristin

By: Archana

Archana — Tue, 10 Sep 2013 17:02:32 +0000

Thanks for your note, Sally! It’s a huge comfort to me that others like yourself can relate, otherwise I’d think I was totally nuts! I love your ideas — I’ll have to look up that podcast. Thanks for the tips! And by the way, you live in my favorite city in the world! (I studied in Melb for 6 months during uni. It holds a special place in my heart!)

By: Sally Goodall

Sally Goodall — Tue, 10 Sep 2013 11:39:20 +0000

Love your honesty…..crazy I know but I seriously felt as though I was reading about myself! Although I’m on the otherwise of the globe and coming out of a winter slump! I too work from home(photography studio downstairs), I have a four month old pup named Benji & I’ve recebtly just had to kick myself back into gear with the exercise routine and healthy meals. Life gets way too busy for my likings and the only way I can keep on top of things right now is with my bright pink highlighter and my hand written lists. and early nights!!! I have a master list online which helps too. Listening to podcast ‘up for a chat’ right now (the wellness couch)’…..which is super inspiring! Bali in 2 sleeps…..time for a breather;) LOVE YOUR WORK x