While you're doing all that good stuff: Don't Forget You.

"You gotta nourish to flourish."

~unknown

We've all found ourselves caught up in taking care of others.

I'm one of those who believes that most people are innately good and want to help others. Yes, sometimes the motivation goes askew, or the desire to control through 'helping' can rear its head - but mostly, people want to come to the aid of those in need. Take the recent Hurricanes and flooding for instance. We chip in and help. 

Perhaps the problem arises because we 'expect' to find peace and happiness from doing this.

People wait to feel this cloud 9 elation as they pack up that truck with food or hit enter on the computer to give that cash. But the reality is that the good feeling is on the receiving end. You are emptying something - either your energies or your pockets.

When we can wrap our brain around this truth, we start becoming more aware of ourselves.

An awareness that is not a bad self-absorption, but more of insight into what we need to stay energetic. We remain conscious of our capacities and strength. We provide a place of insightful observation that takes our abilities into consideration. We are left feeling satisfied and peaceful, not spent.

This takes a conscious act of self-connection.

How about it? When was the last time you sat and let yourself breathe and connected with you? 

With all your compassion, can you find some self-compassion?

An intention is behind everything we do. Be self-intent and watch your power to impact grow. 

Cheers.