I am thankful for the opportunity to wash clothes, even though I may not want to be out this late at night doing so. I recognize the importance of self-care and see washing as a reminder of this. Tasks such as washing clothes and cleaning up my surroundings are forms of self-care because they allow me to take care of the environment around me. They remind me of the significance of maintaining coherence within myself which is reflected within my environment. For me, washing clothes is more than just a household chore - it's a way to establish coherence with myself and cultivate important values like responsibility, character, control, conquest, ownership, vitality, and life. By taking the time to clean and care for my clothes, I feel a sense of control over my environment and a deeper connection to the things I own. This, in turn, nourishes my sense of vitality and gives me a greater appreciation for life and the things that matter most to me. Meditation is also a powerf...