Eyesight and touch-typing. I often sit and wonder which senses I value more as I age. I strained my wrists too, writing (typing) my first book, where I erased the alphabets off the keyboard (replacement keyboard is already missing e, s, t, i and part of o).
Maybe we tell others because we are busy noticing and seeking for ourselves.
Sleep with the wristguards on for a few nights. It helps.
I hope you're better now, Alexandra. We can only do something well when we are well, and, yes! There's a friend's reference for everything. In your case, it appears you injured your left phalange.
Sorry to hear about your wrists Alexandra! You have typed out a thought provoking issue with them though!
Lately, I've realised that I am more of an introvert than I thought. I've been eclipsing the quiet part of myself with the more out-going, trying-to-be-charismatic side of myself. Only recently I have started taking out time to be alone, with my laptop, notebook or sketchbook, and swim in my own thoughts!
Thanks for giving me the vocabulary to describe what I've been going through :)
I loved the concept of Minimum Viable Day. I also relate to the tension you feel between your overachieving and nurturing selves. I hope you feel better and I’m using this as a reminder to stretch more!
Such a good piece Alexandra, I love how transparent you are with the ups and downs of solopreneurship. On top of that, you provide great solutions too! I'm going to take a look at my own "minimum viable" workload to help anchor myself in what's a good day vs a never ending to do list. I find I carry my unfinished tasks in a way that is not good for my mental health.
I'm also excited you recorded and shared your session! I have put it into Reader and am very excited to watch.
I never have regret that I spent my time reading your newsletter. There's always something useful I can apply. In this issue, "what students might think/not realize" is not only an awesome development exercise, but I'm thinking it would make great copy for the course. Have you ever used it that way? Re: the self-care, thank you for publicly voicing your process. More of us need to start erring on the side of showing ourselves kindness. (Coincidentally my last article was about exactly the same thing, though a bit more dramatic of a situation.) Keep it coming Alexandra! (As you reasonably can. : )
Eyesight and touch-typing. I often sit and wonder which senses I value more as I age. I strained my wrists too, writing (typing) my first book, where I erased the alphabets off the keyboard (replacement keyboard is already missing e, s, t, i and part of o).
Maybe we tell others because we are busy noticing and seeking for ourselves.
Sleep with the wristguards on for a few nights. It helps.
I hope you're better now, Alexandra. We can only do something well when we are well, and, yes! There's a friend's reference for everything. In your case, it appears you injured your left phalange.
Sorry about your wrists. Even though I’m long retired, I always find a ‘gem’ in your articles.
Have a gr8 day :) 😊
Sorry to hear about your wrists Alexandra! You have typed out a thought provoking issue with them though!
Lately, I've realised that I am more of an introvert than I thought. I've been eclipsing the quiet part of myself with the more out-going, trying-to-be-charismatic side of myself. Only recently I have started taking out time to be alone, with my laptop, notebook or sketchbook, and swim in my own thoughts!
Thanks for giving me the vocabulary to describe what I've been going through :)
I loved the concept of Minimum Viable Day. I also relate to the tension you feel between your overachieving and nurturing selves. I hope you feel better and I’m using this as a reminder to stretch more!
Such a good piece Alexandra, I love how transparent you are with the ups and downs of solopreneurship. On top of that, you provide great solutions too! I'm going to take a look at my own "minimum viable" workload to help anchor myself in what's a good day vs a never ending to do list. I find I carry my unfinished tasks in a way that is not good for my mental health.
I'm also excited you recorded and shared your session! I have put it into Reader and am very excited to watch.
Now, also rest your wrist!
Those easily could have been some exotic French Canadian wrist warmers! *re-reads in Joey's voice*.
Hoping for you swift recovery!
I never have regret that I spent my time reading your newsletter. There's always something useful I can apply. In this issue, "what students might think/not realize" is not only an awesome development exercise, but I'm thinking it would make great copy for the course. Have you ever used it that way? Re: the self-care, thank you for publicly voicing your process. More of us need to start erring on the side of showing ourselves kindness. (Coincidentally my last article was about exactly the same thing, though a bit more dramatic of a situation.) Keep it coming Alexandra! (As you reasonably can. : )