Good for you (((((((((lavie)))))))))))) And I can really relate to what you say about creating stress and restlessness for yourself with the "I shoulds".

I missed my sit this morning. I was running late. My husband and I generally drive in to work together (since we work together). He takes the dogs for their morning walk and I use that time to do housework or meditate This morning I didn't have time to do anything (got up too late). When I take the dogs out at lunchtime for their walk I'm planning on finding somewhere quiet on the hillside to sit, so I'm looking forward to that.

I meditated briefly last night. I felt sooooooo depressed yesterday. Just really, really down. Depression is not my main problem. Anxiety is my main problem, but yesterday the depression pushed everything else aside. During meditation last night I felt a lot of sadness. Perhaps I should have just let myself cry. Thankfully I'm feeling a little better today.

Hugs to all!