I've been feeling a bit flat recently, and I'm beginning to realise why.
It could be because I'm so busy that I don't know what I'm doing...
It could be because my job is so uncertain that I don't know who I am...
Or it may simply be that I've stopped doing the things that keep me going...
I went on a retreat a few years ago and come to the conclusion that I needed to give more time for exercise, writing and prayer. In 2008 (particularly on my sabbatical) I did find a bit more time for these activities. Blogging was a great help and I ran three or four time a week - but since Christmas I've allowed all three to slide thinking that I have a duty to work harder...
So I guess I'm beginning to realise that a balanced life must include space for the things that nourish us - not just time for sleep or food so we can get back to work ASAP. I need running, blogging and some quiet time for meditation. I suspect we all need different things and it's well worth working out what they are...
