I’ve been on annual leave for the last two weeks… I know, it feels weird being on leave without being able to go anywhere or do anything… But after a few weeks off work, I can’t wait to get back on the radio and showcase some incredible BBC Upload content.
I’m so glad I’ve had two weeks off work - it’s something I was long overdue. I’d noticed myself slipping into a bad mindset and felt like I was struggling to enjoy anything. You may have seen from my previous blog posts that I wasn’t feeling the best. Lockdown and other stuff has really been wearing me down. But taking some time off meant I managed to go back to Birmingham and see my parents (who I’m bubbled with) and it really helped me to get a sense of normality for a few days.
It’s the silly stuff like sitting with someone to watch the telly, having someone else to make a cuppa for when you get up to make yourself one… I’ve really missed social company. I’m such a sociable person and it’s hit me hard not having people around me as much. I’m also really tactile too, so I can’t wait to have a hug and high-five people again!!
Taking time to reset and recharge is important, but with the pandemic and lockdown I thought “what’s the point in taking time off, I can’t go anywhere or do anything” but I needed to step away from being on the work hamster wheel for a bit. Just to not think about work for a while.
With my mind rested I feel loads more focused and know I’ll be able to give it my all again. Thanks to anyone who has reached out, checked in, text, called, facetimed - It means the world to me. You are all heroes ❤️