During the day, your body is constantly getting the message that it isn’t the time to relax. There’s always more to do, more to worry about, another text to answer, or another task to complete. You need to take breaks that are actually breaks from stress, so that your body gets the message that it is safe and the stress mode can be switched off. This means not just trading one form of stress (work) for another (social media or email).
Tips and tricks to fit relaxation breaks into your typical day:
- At every red light, take a deep breath. Breath in for a count of 6, and breath out for a count of 8. Repeat as long as you can.
- Between clients, take a deep breath (similar instructions to item above). When you do this, try to walk away from your computer or desk to a more relaxing space.
- Set reminders on your phone, for every hour or half hour. When your reminder goes off, practice deep breathing (similar instructions to item above) or stand up and do some stretches.
- Listen to music. Turn off the social media and the text notifications and listen to a song or two.
- Sit and stare at the wall for five minutes. Seriously, doing nothing does something.
- Get some fresh air and sunshine. Go for a walk around the block, even if it is cold.
- Find something that makes you laugh. Watch a comedy sketch or read a funny book.
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