A lady co-worker the other day was dreamily humming the soundtrack
theme from the movie Sleepless in Seattle.
It’s a favourite movie of many, possibly because the romantic aspects
satisfy either a craving or nostalgic whiff of once was.
It’s unsettling when our paths cross unexpectedly with someone we
haven’t seen for a long while – perhaps a classmate or other adult
acquaintance. Our impression may be that the person appears burdened and
consequently may have lost or gained weight, lost their “zip”, and their
persona is dimmed. Conversely, the person may have a really positive aura that
exudes energy, enthusiasm and overall zest.
Anyone who arises after a fretful night of tossing/turning or otherwise
affected sleep knows how difficult it is to put on our game face and step out
with a spring in our step. Interrupted sleep or no sleep whatsoever is totally
debilitating. Overwrought Moms and Dads may be functioning on auto-pilot;
caregivers may be light sleepers with their ear cocked for a rustle of
bedclothes or other indicators. Financial, marital, bereavement or work-related
stressors are other recognizable impacts. If you Google™ the Holmes-Rafe Life Stressors Inventory you
can score yourself - which might be either unnerving or comforting!
It’s essential, however difficult, that we each keep at top of mind the
inevitability that “this too shall pass”. Some people appear to be able to
carry their rucksack of troubles with grace and aplomb, perhaps setting an
admirable example to observers. Nobody is truly alone in their toil and if we
can offload even a few factors affecting us the result will be lighter,
brighter and fresher.
Looking good!
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