Are there times when you feel like you are working too hard with your business or career? Perhaps you feel like you have no energy for yourself and cannot keep up with the demands.
You may even secretly harbor feelings of resentment, wishing everyone would just leave you alone so you can find some peace and calm.
Does this sound familiar? If you are having a similar experience then it may be time to put yourself first.
You have heard the familiar instructions on the airlines "In case of an emergency put your oxygen mask on first, then help others.
" It's time to put on your oxygen mask.
Most of us have been taught that we are selfish and should feel guilty if we do things for ourselves.
This is not true - recent studies show that people who practice routine self-care are happier, healthier and have a lot more energy to help others.
In addition, those who include self-care activities into their routine are more creative, successful and efficient with their time.
Putting yourself first can include anything that makes you feel good, adds to your health and feeds your soul including (and not limited to):
Even tiny breaks in your routine can be useful.
Be creative, use your imagination and get out there and indulge yourself.
Change your mindset from one of guilt and selfishness to that of harmony, balance and feeling good.
You will notice the difference.
You will then be able to give more to others.
This week pay attention to your feelings that indicate you are needing a break - are you tired, resentful, harried, overwhelmed, or starting to feel like you're a victim? Make a list of self-care activities that you are committed to add into your life and begin one immediately.
Add one small thing to your routine daily.
Don't let yourself get overwhelmed with this.
If you want to explore the self-care concept a little deeper and determine how you can fit it into your life contact a trusted life coach for guidance in this area.
You may even secretly harbor feelings of resentment, wishing everyone would just leave you alone so you can find some peace and calm.
Does this sound familiar? If you are having a similar experience then it may be time to put yourself first.
You have heard the familiar instructions on the airlines "In case of an emergency put your oxygen mask on first, then help others.
" It's time to put on your oxygen mask.
Most of us have been taught that we are selfish and should feel guilty if we do things for ourselves.
This is not true - recent studies show that people who practice routine self-care are happier, healthier and have a lot more energy to help others.
In addition, those who include self-care activities into their routine are more creative, successful and efficient with their time.
Putting yourself first can include anything that makes you feel good, adds to your health and feeds your soul including (and not limited to):
- Getting out in nature (walking, nature hikes, relaxing on your back porch)
- Fun time with your children
- Reading
- Hobbies (knitting, crocheting, quilting, scrapbooking)
- Relaxing in the bathtub
- Taking a drive in the country
- Taking a fun class
- Eating healthy food
- Exercise that you enjoy
Even tiny breaks in your routine can be useful.
Be creative, use your imagination and get out there and indulge yourself.
Change your mindset from one of guilt and selfishness to that of harmony, balance and feeling good.
You will notice the difference.
You will then be able to give more to others.
This week pay attention to your feelings that indicate you are needing a break - are you tired, resentful, harried, overwhelmed, or starting to feel like you're a victim? Make a list of self-care activities that you are committed to add into your life and begin one immediately.
Add one small thing to your routine daily.
Don't let yourself get overwhelmed with this.
If you want to explore the self-care concept a little deeper and determine how you can fit it into your life contact a trusted life coach for guidance in this area.