Cool Breeze. Gentle Waves. Bliss.

>> Think about doing the task

>> Vividly imagine doing the task

>> Think about other times you've done the task

>> Be stressed out about not doing the task

>> Do a different task

Y’all better be drinking your water!

I used to be so hard on myself for not getting more done. This was especially true when I was still an engineer- but amongst the hours of meetings and interviews and planning I did, it was more of a miracle that I was getting so much done. Let’s be kind to ourselves! What other factors are contributing to our productivity, our energy, and our time? Only when we’re more reasonable with ourselves, can we adjust how much we can actually get done, and then accomplish things without guilt.

1. speak with kindness. don’t speak harshly to yourself. speak with compassion and tenderness. you’re not dumb or stupid, you’re learning. also, be mindful of your loved ones feelings when you speak.

2. slow down. drop the plans and go with the flow. meditate. plan a getaway. take a nap.

3. let yourself feel. when you feel like crying, cry. when you feel like laughing, laugh. when you feel like screaming, scream.

4. be playful. not everything needs to be taken so seriously. spend time around babies and animals. watch cartoons and fairytale movies.

5. learn. be open. ask questions. be curious without commitment.

6. build a connection to nature. take a walk in the park. smell the flowers. cloud gaze. listen to the birds. walk barefoot in the grass. sunbathe. have. a picnic.

7. decorate. surround yourself with things that makes you feel happy. look on pinterest for creative ideas. hang pictures up in your wall. buy cute trinkets. make your space aesthetically pleasing.

8. make yourself a nourishing meal. cook/bake. learn new recipes. eat tasty foods.

9. play soothing music. listen to calming sounds or music that can put your mind at ease.

10. let stuff go. seek for a harmonious environment. stop arguing. stop worrying and let universe handle it.

because we needed one too ~