By Sheri LeClair Banitt
I could watch the news and learn about the Minnesotan who died in Kuwait. I could check the stock market and see the change since last week. I could peruse Face Book for updates on ICE and find out who is making protest hats. I could go to the gas station and see how much gas has gone up today. I could go on LinkedIn to hear more about AI. I could learn about fraud and Medicaid cuts. Or I could sit around and make hats for cats.
When there are so many issues to ponder and problems to solve, we have to choose where to put our attention and focus. Most folks I know are feeling unsure and unsettled with all the changes in the world right now. Yet we need to keep showing up with concern, empathy, resilience, and ready for action. We can do it; we are strong. But showing up takes lots of energy and we need to remember to recharge.
I have found that busy hands calm the mind. And what could be more calming than making hats for cats? If you think this is trivial, let me remind you:
- Cats have been ignored by the fashion world for too long.
- Cats need not worry, hats will always fit, no matter your weight.
- Hats for cats are non-binary and can be worn without prejudice.
- Purses can be made to compliment the cat hat and provide a good place to carry the catnip toys.
And seriously, we need to take time to smile and have fun. We need to be creative and joyful in the small things, so we have what it takes to manage the big things.
What are you doing to recharge?
I love this, Sheri!