If you read my last post - Pressure in December. You will realise that I was starting to crumble with all the expectations I had put on myself at the end of the year. In order to combat all of this undue pressure that i've been feeling in December, I have taken myself off for a bit of peace.
I had been thinking that I wanted just some time to myself with no interuptions. This meant no work emails, no driving in traffic, no mobile phone and (Ideally) no other humans. Sometimes it's all I need just for a little mental re-set. With the recent icy weather conditions the outside temperatures have been very brisk and there's something special about dressing against the weather. Thankfully, I didn't have to dress against any of the rain, sleet or snow. I just had to make sure I was wrapped up against the cold winds. I needed to take myself off to have a little walk with a scenic view. There are a couple places that I really enjoy viewing and taking in the surroundings. One of these spots overlooks Plymouth Hoe and its waterways. I can park the van up and just walk. This is where I went with my rucksack and a flask of coffee.
The weather conditions for the day was brilliant sunshine, not a cloud in the sky with a bit of a breeze. I forgot to mention the temperature was just about freezing, meaning that the wind brought with it an icy chill that almost hurt your skin. I threw on my rucksack, zipped my jacket up and put my mittens on before walking along the South West Coastal Path. I took a stroll and with each step I could feel a breath of relief go through my body. As if I was releasing unknown tensions. Whether it was the sharp breeze or the sea views I was starting to feel myself again. I got down to a small beach and walked along until I found the rock I wanted to perch my arse and drink my coffee. I pulled out my flask and poured myself a hot cup of coffee.
I sat for 30 minutes just absorbing my scenery and enjoying my own company. I watched out to sea as a trawler left the tranquil waters behind the breakwater. I also watched a cargo ship be escorted out of port by what looked like a RNLI lifeboat. I supped away at my coffee and let the combination of hot liquid and winter sun warm me up. I had the joy of throwing a stick for a few dogs as they were also being taken for a walk. A quick chat with the owner and I had nearly finished my coffee. I took in the sights of the sea birds and rock pools and sounds of the waves hitting the shore.
I walked back to the van and felt like a different person. I felt like I had just grounded myself and got rid of unknown tensions from my body. Just by sitting still and taking in my surroundings I was able to centre myself again. I'm so glad I've been able to get out for a little walk and just do something so simple as to sit with a coffee. Adventure doesn't have to be adventurous, it doesn't have to be picture perfect nor does it have to meet anybody else's standards but your own. I may not have pushed my limits but I've certainly come back feeling more human.
I'd like to know what everyone else does to centre themselves or to gain some grounding in nature.
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