Diary 240920 - A Reminder to Pause

 A Reminder to Pause

Lately, my upper right eyelid has been twitching, and thought it seems like a small thing, I can’t help but think my body’s way of telling me something is off. It’s probably a sign of inner stress that’s been building up, even if I haven’t been consciously aware of it. It feels like a nudge to slow down, to take a moment to reflect, and ask myself, “What’s really bothering me?”

At first, I thought there might be something deeper at play–unresolved emotions, concerns I’ve been pushing aside,or maybe even the pressure of all the things I’ve been juggling lately. I started to wonder if I had been neglecting my mental health or ignoring some underlying issues. But as the day went on and I found a little more time to sit with my thoughts, I realized the answer wasn’t quite so complicated.

By the end of the workday, it hit me–I was simply exhausted. That’s all it was. Not some deep emotional issue, just plain old tiredness from days of pushing myself too hard. My body wasn’t crying out for a major life overhaul, it was just asking for more sleep, for more rest.

It’s funny how something as small as a twitching eyelid can spark so much introspection, but sometimes, it’s the little signals our bodies send that remind us we’re not invincible. We’re human. We need breaks. We need to slow down.

So tonight, I’ll do just that. I won’t overthink it or search for hidden meanings. I’ll get some rest, give myself permission to pause, and trust that a little sleep will do wonders. Tomorrow is another day, and with a clear head and a rested body, I’ll face it with fresh energy.