Lots of good stuff here Caitlin. I’m familiar with self- care but hadn’t heard it called ‘little treat culture’ before. My free comfort is walking my dog because I can rather than when I have to. Pausing to read a chapter of a book is another favourite, I appreciate the way it can punctuate a day when I’m tired or struggling.
Little treat: a small plate of cheese and crackers late in the evening (even though I know I shouldn’t be eating too close to bed). Non-consumer comfort: sitting in my back patio, very still, watching the various birds come and go from the bird feeder and bird bath. Very good, balanced piece Caitlin. Thanks! I like your list of suggestions of meaningful time-out things to do. 😊
Thanks Eric! Glad you liked the list. And cheese and crackers are my favourite snack! (Any time of day! We'll, maybe not breakfast lol). And I love bird watching too. Especially our hummingbirds!
Lots of good stuff here Caitlin. I’m familiar with self- care but hadn’t heard it called ‘little treat culture’ before. My free comfort is walking my dog because I can rather than when I have to. Pausing to read a chapter of a book is another favourite, I appreciate the way it can punctuate a day when I’m tired or struggling.
That's a great point/good reminder about walking the dog! Reframing it as I get to, not have to. And I'm with you on reading too!
Little treat: a small plate of cheese and crackers late in the evening (even though I know I shouldn’t be eating too close to bed). Non-consumer comfort: sitting in my back patio, very still, watching the various birds come and go from the bird feeder and bird bath. Very good, balanced piece Caitlin. Thanks! I like your list of suggestions of meaningful time-out things to do. 😊
Thanks Eric! Glad you liked the list. And cheese and crackers are my favourite snack! (Any time of day! We'll, maybe not breakfast lol). And I love bird watching too. Especially our hummingbirds!