0172

As we end week 37 out of 52 this year, I’m really trying to focus on balancing working extreme amounts with resting when needed.

It’s something I spoke to my therapist about earlier this week - - how I know that I’m going to burn out very soon due to the amount of work I’m putting out. And the challenge being, how do I avoid it from locking me down for 2-3 days as it normally does.

2-3 days may not seem like a long time, but it really affects me negatively. I dont enjoy talking to people, I don’t paint or make anything, I have no motivation to work out, I just sulk and scroll social.

So - what I’m trying to do is work acknowledging it and putting in preventative maintenance.

— —

This weekend was amazing… from start to finish it was a weekend for me by me with me. Yes, I was creative, painted, made content, did some logistical things for my show coming up - but I also enjoyed a few hours here and there for myself.

Friday night I took the night off after 7pm to just chill out and not focus on anything. Today I even took a nap. It was just incredibly balanced - which I think will help me avoid or lessen the blow of the eventual burn out.

— —

I will say, I’m 9 days away from setting up my art show and I’m fucking so excited. Check out the link in the top tab of my website titled ‘ Solo Exhibition ‘ if you want the details.

— —

Wishing everyone a super strong start to the upcoming week.

cheers

DF