Daydreaming

When was the last time that you went through the motions of the day, but your mind was a million miles away? I'm having one of those days for sure. My head is completely in the clouds.

I think that daydreaming can sometimes be a defense mechanism our brain engages when life begins to become too much. Want to avoid some unpleasantness? Have a daydream. Feeling a little stressed? Let your mind wander to a more relaxed place.

There are times when we don't intend to avoid situations, but our mind is taking a needed vacation. Concentration is impossible. Motivation is a distant memory. It seems these daydream filled days arrive before we consciously realize just how much we need them.

So rather than fighting the daydreaming, I'm choosing to embrace it. Things were still accomplished today. Tomorrow will be another opportunity to complete demanding tasks. In all likelihood, tomorrow will be more successful because of today's mental health day that came in the form of a long daydream.