How’s everyone doing today? It’s April 4th I had to click to see the date! My promise of” I’m going to be better and update you all has gone out the window . I’ve been on a month of lockdown as of now and my family and I are doing great. I’m trying to put positive vibrations out there and I’m happy more and more of you are giving me positive feedback on here. I’ve always liked writing. It’s not only cathartic for me but I’m a n avid reader so I I feel like in reading ones blog you get a sense of who that person is like or at least their journey anyway. So if anyone caught the EXXXOTICA TV show I did last night “Happy Hour” it was a happy hour and a half of Jay Handy, Dan Davis and myself catching up.I tried not to be a boner killer and bring up anything that’s a downer but let’s be real here, we are all dealing with social distancing in various ways. Some of us are drinking more, smoking more, taking up new projects. For some it’s a really positive time to get a side hustle going, learn a new skill set or find a new job or path…
I will be honest this has been a time of reflection and growth for me. I’ve been given the opportunity to take a completely different path as far as work is concerned but my soul is telling me to stay put right now. I’ve gone back to meditating and yoga first thing in the morning .I think we all can use this time to understand our purpose, path and what we are meant to do. If what the world and humanity is going through right now can teach us anything it’s that we need to be prepared. Prepared meaning don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Ok so you may not want to learn a new job, skill set or trade, but how about growing your own food? Compounding natural medicine? Teach yourself a new exercise routine, check out some self guided meditation or create your own? Teach yourself how to cook some simple recipes so you don’t rely on delivery? Fix some things around your house and learn how to repair small things. Learn a new language or watch a foreign movie and experience something different.
Today I only did an hour of meditation of Yoga. My best friend Charmane and I Face Timed and chatted about all of the old 80’s stuff we grew up on. She made Udon and I made Ramen we had such a nice catch up. It’s during this time I’d also like to mention that reaching out to people you don’t get to see or talk to that often is pleasantly surprising. I’ve LOVED hearing from so many old friends from all over the world. It’s been so nice to catch up, hear what’s new in their world and see their pictures and growth as people.I don’t have Facebook so I only get on twitter really to promote (SORRY) and I’m like meh with IG. NOT because I don’t love and appreciate you guys and my friends /fans / followers I DO. I just don’t find social media “healthy” and I could care less about clout (obviously) Put your phone or tablet away and really limit yourself to an hour or two a day.. seriously… You don’t need it. You need to find other healthier ways to connect with yourself and manage your time. It just works a different part of your brain that can help you grow, obviously learn, and sleep better.
Try to keep a schedule still and put on normal clothes during the day. Don’t let yourself go… for real. I don’t care if you’re not going out or if you live alone.Take pride in your heath and appearance. I mean unless you’re trying to grow out your roots or brows or beard I get it because razors are expensive!I know for a lot of us the unknown is what’s hard. If anything we need to utilize this time to prioritize what’s important to us in life. Enjoy everything even what we think are the little things and to have GRATITUDE. We really need to be GRATEFUL. I am so grateful for so much. Let’s be kinder to each other but also to ourselves.Some more things down below that you may find fun or things to do… if you want :}} XO Tera
- My friend Shawna Kenney http://www.shawnakenney.comhas some great books she’s written and published and she does a quarantine writers club!
- If you’d rather read one of my favorite little (literally)books it’s called The Little Book of Sloth Philosophy by Jenifer McCartney.http://jennifermccartneywrites.com
- Lavender and Peppermint oils. Lavender to relax and peppermint to energize. You all know I LOVE essential oils. The NOW brand http://www.nowfoods.com and Aura Cacia http://www.auracacia.comare inexpensive nice big bottles that I like a lot. You don’t even need to buy the Organic version.
- Tonic. Hot water in a mug with half a lemon (squeezed) cinnamon and a teaspoon of honey. Chop ginger in there if you want.It is so good and I drink this AM and PM.
- Apple Cider Vinegar!! A teaspoon in 6-8 oz of water 2 times a day 3x a week that’s good enough for me. I also like to use oregano oil BUT FOLLOW the directions for Oregano oil CAREFULLY because it’s very potent and spicy. I like and use the capsule form from http://zanehellas.com
- Ok shows : Adventure Time (LSP FOREVER), Breaking Bad, Alfred Hitchcock presents, Regular Show, It’s a Living (80’s trashy silly good LOL), Roseanne (I mean I LOVE it), Perry Mason, Murder She wrote, Fraggle Rock, Pink Panther (cartoons) You might find many of these on YOU Tube They are old but goodies, for me anyway!!
- Angel Dust (Japanese), Irina Palm (British), Party Girl (1958), The Big Year (2011), Spirited Away, Kiki’s Delivery Service and Ponyo all by Mizaki some great movies to check out that I always go back to and make me happy :}
I hope you find some comfort during these times and that my suggestions and what you find here may help . XO Tera