I recently completed a 28-day detox recommended by my chiropractor / functional medicine doctor. As expected, I experienced the usual detox symptoms like fatigue, slight nausea, sleep disturbance, acne/breakouts, and brain fog. An unexpected symptom for me, however, was the emotional experiences associated with old memories that arose while on the program.
Winter is a season of resting. With less daylight and colder temperatures it's a good time to slow things down. Rest is an essential self-care practice that we sometimes forget. If we don't rest, we will eventually get forced to rest.
Reflecting on the past year, I would describe 2023 as a “Year of Firsts.” Mostly related to my hobbies, there were things I tried or achieved for the first time. Whether they were bike riding events, traveling to new locations, or just trying new eateries (like a revolving sushi restaurant), I am glad to have experienced these things.
Having some anxiety is a normal stress response. As I wrote in a previous post, A Monument for the Anxious and Hopeful, feeling anxious often reflects something that hasn't happened yet and reveals our general outlook on life. It helps if you can calm yourself, but if you're afraid of something going wrong or focus on the worst, you might imagine how this increases anxiety.
Working from home has its benefits – no doubt. From no commute to flexibility, productivity and convenience. It has become ever more popular and common since COVID. It may not be for everybody though. Depending on who you ask they may love it. As someone who has worked remotely before, I prefer going into an office and seeing people in person.