I closed my door today. It is a novel idea that I’ve had before but actually went through with it for awhile this morning and it was amazing. I work for myself as a graphic designer, so I work from home with 3 amazingly energetic, chaotic kids and a crazy puppy that fits right in. Summertime for me is not fun. I have an issue with placing boundaries, which causes a lot of stress and frustration for me. I feel like I have no time for my work as well as time for myself to even hear myself think.
So today I closed my door for a little while. And it was amazing. I had time to think and to write. I felt inspired. It’s amazing to think that something so little can give me a small amount of peace. I’ve always known boundaries are key when working from home. But when it comes down to it, I am horrible at it. I am a people pleaser and I want my kids to be happy even if it’s at my expense. But it was causing me too much stress. So, I closed the door and guess what? Everyone lived! No one hates me, they didn’t die from starvation but figured things out on their own. What a novel idea.
I highly recommend closing your door for a few moments of peace in this chaotic life!
