It sure has been a while since I've sent an email, written a blog or posted on my socials. 

2024 has been pretty busy and stressful.

I think I am handling it like a champ.

I realized that I needed to prioritize the things in my life and social media/marketing was something I needed to let go of for a while.

I felt that was the right thing to do to preserve my energy and to help me focus on the things I really needed to focus on.  

And, that's ok.  

Although, I wasn't really sure that it was ok.
I was doubting my decision over the last few months and kept feeling like I 'should' be writing these email.
That I 'should' posting on my socials every single day.  

Even though people were telling me it was ok.
Even though I truly felt like I didn't have the energy (or desire) to do those things. 

Those doubts and criticisms kept popping into my brain.  

And then something interesting happened.  

In February I flew to NC to get a new tattoo. 
(Yes, I live in NYC and flew to NC to get a tattoo.  LOL. My friend has an awesome tattoo and I wanted to go to her artist. That's why.)

Anyway, I was originally going to get one fixed but then I got the strong urge to get a Monarch butterfly tattoo on my shoulder.  

I've always loved butterflies and originally thought I was going to get a blue one.  
But, I was really being pulled to a Monarch instead.  

So, that is what I did.  
She did a great job and I love it so much!!

The something interesting happened about a week later.
That friend sent me the following from tinybuddhaoffical's IG page:

"Monarch butterflies will not attempt to fly in the rain because the raindrops will damage their wings.  
They will rest and wait it out.
It's self preservation. 

It's ok to rest during the storms in your life.
Take all the time you need.

You will fly again once the storm passes."...Sharyn March

Man did that resonate with me!! 
Fuck!
It couldn't have been more perfect!

When I read that I knew exactly why I was called to get the Monarch!!

My storms have not passed yet, but I do see breaks in the rain and the clouds.

Today there is a 'break', and that's why I am writing this.
Today I feel like I have the energy and bandwidth to write and share.

Tomorrow may be different.
Next week may be different.
I'm not sure how active I will be, but I truly know its ok.

I don't want to force myself to write when I'm not feeling it.
When I share, I want it to be because I am really feelings something and think it would be helpful.

And, to me, that is absolutely perfect.  

So, this my friends, is my reminder to you that it is ok to take breaks.  
Do what you need to do to protect your energy when you feel it is necessary.

Think of the Monarch when you begin to doubt yourself.  
I know I will.

I am the Get Real coach for women, what you see is what you get.
I am still coaching and taking clients so please click the link above if you have something you want to talk about.  
I'd love to help you. 

As always, feel free to comment or ask questions below. xo