I am not saying that I don't ever have days where I cannot rise to the occasion and follow them, but on the days that I have a small amount of spoons and motivation, knowing my priorities helps me know where to start in the overwhelm...
My priorities on days when I have enough energy to make an effort in doing housework, are cooking, dishes and washing. Everything else can wait.
So instead of being a slave to my routines and house, I allow myself to let a lot slide on bad days. I refuse to feel guilty for something I have no control over.
Instead of hating my routines, I have come to welcome them for they give me peace and direction, especially during a fibromyalgia flare with brain fog.
I have learned a lot in the three decades I have been a fibromyalgia sufferer, and I can honestly say that sticking to the basic routines will help you cope with it all.
If I (however loosely), can follow the basic routines on a bad day, at least we will have been fed and have clean sheets to slip into when fatigue kicks in and our bed is calling our name.
My bed calls my name too. And I love naps. I hear you on house work with chronic illnesses though. I have a small apartment so it's been easier for me to keep than when I had a big house.
ReplyDeleteThanks bunches for sharing with Sweet Tea & Friends this month dear friend.
It's so important not to feel guilty for napping or going to bed early. These things are out of our control. Thanks for commenting today, Paula
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