I'm glad you're back! I've always believed that adversity often helps put things into perspective, for better and worse. And taking a breather is vital, both for mental health and for creative vitality. So I always applaud taking a step back. Once upon a time, I worked for an organization that claimed to encourage us to take "mental health days" but didn't offer any assistance to actually make it possible, so if someone took a mental health day, it meant more work for everyone else, and the reality became an annoying joke. Nowadays, it's a more accepted practice and many companies plan better than mine did. Anyway, your writing is always a breath of fresh air, making me think and reflect. Thank you, and Happy Day 52!
Thank you! And interesting about the company you’re mentioning… I’m trying to guess which one it could be! Personal or mental health days were sort of “encouraged” at the last company I worked at up until the pandemic. (But of course there were trade offs…) Now I think it will be even more widely accepted. (For the better!) I appreciate you sharing your insight as always!
I'm glad you're back! I've always believed that adversity often helps put things into perspective, for better and worse. And taking a breather is vital, both for mental health and for creative vitality. So I always applaud taking a step back. Once upon a time, I worked for an organization that claimed to encourage us to take "mental health days" but didn't offer any assistance to actually make it possible, so if someone took a mental health day, it meant more work for everyone else, and the reality became an annoying joke. Nowadays, it's a more accepted practice and many companies plan better than mine did. Anyway, your writing is always a breath of fresh air, making me think and reflect. Thank you, and Happy Day 52!
Thank you! And interesting about the company you’re mentioning… I’m trying to guess which one it could be! Personal or mental health days were sort of “encouraged” at the last company I worked at up until the pandemic. (But of course there were trade offs…) Now I think it will be even more widely accepted. (For the better!) I appreciate you sharing your insight as always!
Glad you are back, missed these pieces. Sorry you had side effects from the booster.
It’s very important to take time for you, and reboot.
I agree, the pandemic has taught me patience.
Here’s to good health and this summer of seeing family & friends. 💚🌻
Here’s to it all!