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I am a firm believer in taking time for myself and I feel like I appreciate my family and my surroundings more when I do so. There are 4 things that I am focusing on right now to bring myself to be aware of the present life I am leading and I hope you can relate or maybe zone in on one you might find helpful in your own life.
1 Hello Sunshine
When the sun shines it releases natural endorphins within me that say today is going to be a good day. I get outside, breathe in the fresh air, and try to do something productive. Or if I am feeling like lounging, I get out a book, surf the web, or sometimes I comfortably do nothing but sit and listen and enjoy. Soak in the Vitamin D while you can. It’s a natural mood booster. ☀️
2 Get Walking
I’ve naturally enjoyed exercise for most of my life but nothing compares to a walk outdoors. I visit my friends through my airpods and their music takes me away. Sometimes I enjoy walking with a partner and I love when someone texts me in the morning and wants to walk that day. I am not a planner. I would much rather go on a whim or spur of the moment because then you know that’s exactly what you want to be doing. If I’ve planned it a week in advance 9 chances out of 10 I am not wanting to do it when it arrives. That’s just me. 🚶🏽♀️
3 Count Your Blessings
Don’t forget what and who are right in front of you. It’s easy to get lost in your thoughts and you find yourself absent from living in the moment. We’ve all been there. Are we really listening when we are messing with our phones or texting someone that isn’t right in front of us when all they want is our attention and to connect with us? Simply NO. If we can never find joy in the people we haven’t lost, we need to re-evaluate what we are doing on our journey. Maybe it’s just a simple change to get us on track. 🙏
4 Love Yourself
Self-care enables me to be a better person mentally and physically. If I want to get a pedicure, I get it. If I want to go on a girls’ trip, I go. And if I want to spend the day shopping by myself, I do it. Your significant other should want you to take care of yourself and your relationships with other people. It’s healthy, it’s a must. Return the favor for them and encourage their interests that involve others. We all have a personal need to be loved by others and to have things in common with other people. There’s nothing like an old friend who is always there regardless of all the time passed, and it’s really exciting to meet a new one. 💜
XO,
Alison
