Yesterday, I stayed home ~ curled up under my blanket, feeling too weak to take my usual daily walk.
The cold crept in and the fever spiked again. Contrary to fighting it, I surrendered. I let my body rest, hoping tomorrow would be better.
01The Prayer
I was coughing non-stop every five minutes ~ throat dry and raw, burned with each breath until I lost my voice completely. Barely slept. I ended up working ~ the distraction helps combating the suffering.
But deep down, I knew. My body was mirroring my spirit. I had been holding onto sadness from the day before.
In the quiet moments, I whispered a prayer.
“God, please take me out of this.”
And then ~ something happened the next day.
02The Redemption: Instant 360
Lo and behold ~ today was a complete 360. I felt better. I had a haircut appointment in the morning. It's been a while, and I was craving a new style.
A much-needed push to step outside again, no matter what I was feeling inside. A little glam for thyself when the spirit is down is a sure way to lift things up.
My stylist was one of the best in Valencia ~ I dug through Google to find him, and it was worth the search. Back to short hair… Psyche! I absolutely love it. She's a layered girl now.
Turns out, the senior stylist was the owner of the salon. I continued my day strolling through Valencia ~ Russafa mercat and San Francesc ~ feeling really, really good.
Turns out I am way much better outside than at home. It was an instant mood boost I couldn't explain.
…And lift it did.
Step outside. Even when you don't feel like it.
Blessings coming your way.
The body mirrors the spirit. Rest when you need to ~ then get up, step out, and let the world meet you halfway.
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