Many of the below recommendations will come as no surprise. The bigger “aha” may be how few you actually do. If you are interested in making changes that will improve your life then take some action and pick a few things on the list that resonate with you. Each recommendation is an invitation to take care of yourself and is designed to help you recharge and reduce stress. By the way, most of the suggestions are free.
- Take short breaks throughout the day to pause and connect to your breath
- Practice slowing down. Try walking slower, talking slower and reacting to things a little slower
- Don’t over schedule and leave more space in between events and appointments
- Volunteer for a charity that is important to you
- Get the right amount of sleep (7 to 8 hours)
- Keep caffeine intake to a minimum
- Take a mental health day and focus on yourself
- Be active and exercise daily
- Do something creative – draw, paint, play an instrument, write, do woodworking, dance in your living room
- Set realistic goals that are manageable, achievable and are important to you
- Spend time alone in prayer or just pause and think about something positive
- Write down one thing in which you are grateful for each day for one week
- De-clutter your home, car and office
- Create a peaceful area in your home and find a place at work where you can unplug and relax
- Don’t jump to negative conclusions, pause and consider a positive scenario
- Identify your stress triggers and develop healthy coping skills that work for you
- Practice positive self-talk when dealing with stressful situations
- Limit time with people or situations that cause you stress
- Spend time in community connecting with like-minded people
- Set healthy boundaries at work, home and in life
- Pet an animal or hug someone for 20 seconds
- Do something that makes you smile and laugh
- Spend time in nature
- Don’t struggle, ask for help
- Put your cell phone down, look up and practice being in the moment
- Dim the lights, put on some calm music, light some candles, turn off your cell phone and just chill
- Have a conversation with someone about a topic you both enjoy
- Practice any form of self-care that makes you happy i.e. massage, meditation, yoga, reading, golfing, taking a nap, sitting by water
- Make sure your to do list has fun and meaningful life experiences on it
- Try easy, not hard
Recharge for your life. Your health and happiness depends on it.
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