It feels good to be employed. While there’s less time for introspection, creativity, and relaxation, it adds layers to my life through connection and purpose that weren’t there before. I think my favorite part of my current job so far is that there is a major team aspect. You work closely with other team members, bonding along the way of course, too. I get a good vibe from everyone, even the people I haven’t had the chance to bond with yet. But the ones I have talked to are funny, friendly, and supportive. At the end of our shift yesterday, I discovered that a specific coworker (who I related to even prior to finding this information out), has a very similar sense of spirituality and woo-woo knowledge as me. I was so impressed with how much she knew about astrology, and how well she could conceptualize it and remember placements. It is hilarious because every other coworker in the room already knew that she was into it, because she had read their charts before… (ME AF). I got to show off my personal witchy-ness too when our male coworker walked in, and my new friend asked: “What do you think his sign is?” Without an ounce of hesitation, I said “Pisces”. Everyone was like: “How the fuck did you know that?” … Proven witch!
The job itself is fun, too. I like working with the kids, and the fact that the shift is shorter makes it manageable. One issue I’m running into is that my legs and feet ache from standing the entire time. I need to be proactive about it this weekend and find supports for myself, whatever that looks like. The week is dragging a little bit, but all in all I like my new job.
One thing I want to work on is defining more routine in my day. I have less time to just exist, and I think it would be wise to put in place routines that will optimize my time. I have a tendency to go to bed very early and wake up somewhat late. It seems that I need all of this sleep, but I do wonder if I could reduce sleep time by 1-2 hours for starters. I tend to enjoy going to get a coffee and breakfast in the morning. I also like getting in a walk before my shift, not necessarily for exercise, more for the mood/mind aspect. This week I’ve been going to the pier for my walk. I absolutely love the pier! As mentioned, I’ve had less time for creativity. I want to ensure I don’t leave this lovely aspect of life behind, so I think I should encourage myself to still incorporate it at least a few times a week. Yoga and/or stretching might be needed for the purpose of not getting crazy leg pain.
I think I will work on outlining routines this weekend.
I feel excited for what the future holds! It feels like there’s a buzz in the air, like so much could change soon (and already has). One takeaway so far, is the importance of team. This differs from my job as a therapist in Oregon which was a group private practice. I think I crave collaboration and will search for future therapy jobs with that in mind.
Hope you’re doing well, friends!
Briiii