THE HAMPTONS - PART 2
A couple of months ago, I read the “Gifts of Imperfection” By Brene Brown. I highly recommend it! In the book, one of the guideposts for cultivating a Wholehearted life is being intentional about cultivating time for sleep and play. It’s about letting go of exhaustion as a status symbol and productivity as self-worth.
This really resonated with me. I am constantly on the grind with school and work, and saving up time for my creative endeavours. This can lead to a total burnout. In the past, a night out dancing with girlfriends, a fan class, or even hot yoga were my playtime activities. I do not play with my play time. Time to kick it and have fun just for the sake of it. Yes! Even as adults. Reminds me of a Bernard Shaw quote that went like this;
We don’t stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing”
This images are giving me all the mood board vibes I need for being care free. As a continuation of the 3 part Hamptons series, from this summer mini vacation.
I spotted a few bikes on a stand that I knew I had to take out and about. Truth be told, I haven’t been on an actual bicycle in year. Unless you are talking about the stationary one in the gym. They said riding a bike is easy but my muscle memory did not kick in on time, I fell, not once, not twice - my muscle memory must have been drinking mimosas at the bar before it showed up! I laughed so hard at myself while trying to grab the bike and hop on again. Gladly, those pictures of the fall were not captured. We needs to curve out time for play. Now more than ever because if there is anything this pandemic has taught us. We need these time just to keep our sanity in check.
The hotel we were staying at had been observing ALL the COVID-19 safety measures that have been put in place. A mask is mandatory in New York and folks are not playing around with safety measures. Some restrictions have eased since this July trip. Hope you and your family are staying safe.
Please remember to cultivate that time to play. Take something off your crazy schedule and add in a walk, or a bike ride, or games with your family. Reconnect and find your inner child.
Top and Biker shorts: Fabletics
Head Scarf: Chanel
Sandals: Maasai Markets
Bag: Gifted (Bali)
