A big concern many people have with taking time out to do something like meditation is basically, “how will they cope without me?”
Ever get the guilts even when you pop down to do the shopping? “I can’t leave them, because they NEED me” - do you know that?
That's a big one for many, mums especially ... and if you don't do this and/or you're not a mum - but you know one - perhaps this might help you understand and help them?
The fact is that kind of living can definitely lead to guilt and resentment in you because you never get time alone; and it means they just think you’ll do everything. You get exhausted and grumpy, they get wary in case they step on your toes the wrong way ... it all gets a bit messy.
Taking time for you is important. I used to love it when my mum went away because I got some time just with dad. Not that there was anything wrong with mum, its just dad was different, and we didn’t get to see him as much as mum. It was cool and different, not bad at all!
The other thing is, by taking a small amount of time out of your day they get a better version of you back. A small investment in yourself means you can give so much more: Less worry and resentment and guilt and snappiness. More ease in the chaos, more good times, more energy, better sleep.
“Just do it!”, I say. In no way is it selfish. Put your own oxygen mask on first and then you can really help others.
You may know this - but perhaps you've let it slip. Why not start back up again?
Go well! Arjuna
PS. Here’s a little challenge that will mean you can just ignore those thoughts that create mayhem for you: https://arjunaishaya.lpages.co/houradaymindful/