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Habit 3 - Take a BREAK!

1/3/2014

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Nothing stresses me out more than all work and no play.  Let's be real for a second- I have a very difficult time doing NOTHING.   It's hard for my brain to turn off and not think about something that I could be doing.  When you're running 2 businesses and a blog (so, 3 businesses...), plus a house, not to mention make most everything you eat, clean with, and apply to your body from scratch, life can get a tad bit stressful.  Wait, this blog is called Annie's SIMPLE Life, right?  Sometimes, you just need to take a break.  Hello Habit #3.

I have heard about a university study in which participants did a relaxation technique of slow breathing and visualization of a peaceful place for 2-3 minutes, and it had the same effect of multiple 15+ minute guided relaxation sessions.  

Amazing.

It's so important to take a break.  It boost your immune system, improves your mood, and refocuses your mind.  Now, it doesn't have to be long, but it does have to be intentional.  Spend a few minutes each day reading a good book, taking a nap, meditating, taking a bath with Epsom Salts, taking a walk outside, daydreaming, playing music, doing a crossword, enjoying a cup of tea (Habit 2...) or flipping through a magazine.  Just be sure to step away from the screen, silence your phone, turn off the tv.... you know the drill.  If you need assistance in taking your mind on a break, try calm.com.  This website offers beautiful photos, soothing music, and the option to do a guided meditation for as many minutes as you can spare.  This doesn't allow you to step away from the screen as I previously advised, but it's better than nothing!  Give yourself a little break each day- you deserve it!

Stay tuned for Habit #4!

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    Hi, I'm Ann.  I love all things related to music, food, travel, vlogging, art, DIY organization, and healthy living.  I hope to inspire you to take small steps each day toward living a happier (or at least simpler) life.   My journey is just beginning.

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