Do you ever forget to take time out for yourself? I mean real quality time? If you are saying, “Of course I do.” Let me challenge you to be really present with that question and dive a little deeper by asking… What is the one thing you do each day to take care of yourself? How about in a week? Do you spend more time absorbed in the commotion of daily living and the busyness of life or taking care of others? It is easy to get caught up in the hectic pace that whirls around you, especially as you begin to approach summer with the blitz of end-of-year activities, people excited for coming vacations and the turbulence that naturally comes with the seasonal transition. In this week’s article we will explore how you can make time for yourself. We are also gearing up for the Home in Harmony Master Class Summer Series! Details for this incredible event with more amazing experts will be coming soon!
If you are one of those who has been caught up in the whirlwind of daily living it is sometimes important to take a moment out to reassess and re-calibrate so that you don’t end up depleted emotionally and physically. It is amazing that as a culture we don’t have an appreciation for the importance of self-care or rituals around revitalizing our emotional, spiritual and physical well-being. It is of the utmost importance to continually take time to replenish the wellspring within ourselves so that we can be the best we can be. Somehow the mentality of continuously pushing ourselves to the breaking point without rest and rejuvenation is not only ok but, the norm. You might even feel touches of guilt when you do take time out to care for yourself! Studies show that when you and I take time to renew ourselves we are more productive, creative and loving. This supports the notion that it is critical to take time for you! Let’s look at a few ways to make it happen…
Assess it!
Determine what fill you up! For some it might be bowling, someone else yoga or perhaps gardening is your passion. Deciding what activity or preferably activities you are going to make a priority in your self-care routine are critical for success. Remember, it doesn’t have to be a big endeavor. It can be a simple bath with candles and a book. The important thing is that you determine what brings you pleasure and soothes your soul.
Schedule it!
We are so over scheduled that sometimes looking at the list of items on one’s calendar can be daunting! What if you penned (not penciled) in time for you! You would actually smile at that item on your calendar. This is a critical first step that can help you stay on track to take time out for you. Otherwise it is too easy to get caught in the commotion of daily living and have things or people pull you away from your restorative time.
Design it!
Sometimes it can be helpful to design a space that is dedicated to self-care. Creating a space that is nurturing and supportive will entice you to spend time there. An inviting space will help you make self-care a priority. This will help you to instill the habit of self-care! Habits can be beneficial and assist you in finding more harmony, ease and grace in our life. The added benefit to the strategy of creating a sacred space is that your brain automatically connects the space with feelings of rejuvenation and well-being. Just the site of the space triggers these feelings. Your environment has a direct and subtle impact on you and your well-being. Use this to your advantage.
These are a few simple solutions to help you find the time and space to prioritize your emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. Give yourself permission to take the time you need to rejuvenate you!
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Happy Soaring!
XOXO
