Things have been fast and furious in my world, so slowing down and intentionally finding my feel good was nonnegotiable today. I don't care who you are, everyone needs a good recharge from time to time. Life is a marathon, not a sprint, so pace yourself.
As I sit here cuddled up on the couch sipping my fruity herbal tea, I feel whole, complete, happy, content. This kind of feeling doesn't happen by accident. There are no accidents. I spent the day doing exactly what I needed to do in order to dial back stress and restore balance. I dedicated the day to self-care and, damn, was it ever worth it.
You may be thinking, "what the hell is self-care." Don't worry, I used to think the same thing. To me, self-care sounded like a luxurious way of describing a waste of time. We are taught to work hard, push through, grind on, do the do, but how often are you invited to take time to focus on your needs? I'm going to be the first one to say that society may be broken, but you don't have to be.
I feel compelled to share some of my top self-care tips for those with busy schedules and high stress levels, so that we can cross that finish line together.
- Listen To Your Body. Check in with yourself, take a scan of your body and pay attention to how you feel. Your body will tell you what it needs, whether it be exercise, a change in diet, or rest.
- Practice Mindfulness. Stay in the present and be nonjudgmental about your thoughts. It's that simple, yet incredibly powerful.
- Be Grateful. Count your blessings - write down ten things your grateful for, daily. Be thankful, show appreciation, give kindness in return.
- Get Moving. You will never regret lacing up your shoes or spending some time on your mat. The sweatier you get, the better.
- Nourish Your Body. You can't run on an empty tank. Fuel your body. You're in charge of your health, so choose foods that make you feel energized, strong and satisfied.
- Go Outside. Fresh air and sunshine can do wonders for clearing a busy mind.
- Get Enough Sleep. Turn off your alarm clock, tuck yourself in and wake up when you're ready.
- Take A Bath. Give yourself the full spa-like treatment. Epson salts, essential oils, bubbles, bath bombs - the possibilities are endless.
- Meditate. Eliminate distractions, close your eyes and focus on your breathe. Even as much as 5 minutes of meditation can help you relax and refocus on what's important.
- Choose Happiness. Whether you like to hear this or not, happiness is a choice. How do you start your morning each day? What are you thinking about? Focus on anything and everything that brings a smile to your face. Start there and let the rest unfold.
Now go #doYOUboo!
L.
Related:
- 10 Lessons Learned From Healthy Mind & Body
- Why Changing Your Perception Changes Your Life
- 5 Apps For A Happier You
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