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For years, I have been running at full speed. Constantly doing multiple things at a time.
I guess I had the mindset, the more I do at a time, the more productive I will be.
I also thought, keeping a spotless house, having gourmet meals each night, doing for other people as much as I could, volunteering in ministry, working outside the home, and so much more made me a good person. Well, not just a good person, but a Godly woman.
Actually, I was doing way more than God was calling me to do.
Not only was I doing too much, but I also had been trying to do all of those things in my own strength.
And I can imagine I am not the only woman who gets caught up in doing more than God asks.
I didn't realize I was over doing it until my body started screaming at me for attention.
At first, I really didn't even realize my body was telling me, "Hey girl, you need to slow down."
I kept ignoring all the signs of stress I was putting on myself.
Then, out of no where, burn out hit me like a brick wall.
It is so exhausting, and feeling exhausted is not easy to recover from. In fact, this is an ongoing battle in my life.
I started to realize I no longer had the energy I once did. To be honest I was afraid I was getting a bit on the lazy side.
I didn't want to be lazy. So, I continued to push myself. That wasn't good. That was terrible for my health.
When my body was telling me I needed to rest, I just couldn't relax or slow my thinking down.
I also started noticing, when I continued to multitask all day, it triggered anxiety. Especially, if I wasn't feeling productive or a lot of my to do list was not getting done.
The anxiety was horrifying. My arms would become weak. My chest might hurt. I would get a terrible nervous feeling and bad trembling. Let's not forget the stomach issues that go with it and the sleepless nights. Ok, maybe this was more like a panic attack.
Those moments in time have been so exhausting to me.
As the battle to overcome my exhaustion raged on, I knew I had to make a change. I decided it was time to stop multitasking that very day.
Yes, I still have all the same responsibilities, but I don't have to do everything all at once. I just need to pace myself as I go.
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Just concentrate on doing one job at a time, and once it is completed I can move on to the next task that needs attention.
Also, reminding myself to rest when my body says so.
I am still learning to slow my thinking down, but I have noticed, just taking a few minutes to sit down helps.
I have come to the conclusion, since I have stopped multitasking, I am actually getting more done. I also enjoy my day much more than before.
Doing one task and completing it before moving on has helped my stress level.
And you know what? I have not found anywhere in the Bible that says a woman must multitask.
The Proverbs 31 woman was very busy and productive, but it does not say she did it all by multitasking.
I believe she had a plan for each day. She managed her time well and moved at a steady pace from one job to the next.
Proverbs 31:15 also tells me she did not do everything all by herself. This verse mentions her maidservants.
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I find this verse very encouraging. It has helped me to realize it is ok to delegate tasks on my to do list to others.
I cannot do everything on my own. By trying to do so, I have caused myself to burn out.
I have always had a hard time asking for help. In fact, I would feel a sense of guilt when I did.
I realize now, God is not asking me to do everything all on my own.
He is with me everyday.
He is walking beside me.
Jesus helps me to do the tasks I am called to do.
As for the ones I need help with, he provides someone to help me get the job done. It maybe a family member to help with the daily chores or it maybe a service offered like grocery pick up.
God already knows what my needs are everyday before I do. I can trust he will provide all the help I will need for each day before I even ask for his help.
However, I do still ask for his help each morning as I pray. I ask for energy that will not fade, for his wisdom to accomplish the tasks before me, and for his strength so I won’t try to do it all on my own.
He knows your needs too. He doesn’t expect you to do everything on your own. He doesn’t expect you to do more than he asks of you.
I want to encourage you as you start your day, remember God is with you. Whatever work you have to do today, he will help you.
I want to urge you to start your day with the Lord Almighty. He is where our help comes from. Ask him to guide your steps, so you do not burn yourself out.
When you are tired, rest. Ask Jesus to help you or to send someone to help you get the job done.
Remember Jesus Loves you!
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