Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Moose Jaw Times-Herald: Lisa's Corner: Allocating daily me-time

By Lisa Goudy


At this time ofyear in particular it’s really easy to get stressed out.

Notonly is it in the middle of your post-Christmas rush —which too can bestressful if you let it — but it takes a bit of time to get back into the swingof things. Not to mention that last week we were blasted with another snowstormand then this week we had more snow and a bit of rain with warmer temperatures.

Ibelieve it’s critical to schedule what I like to call me-time. Me-time includesdoing anything you like to do while maintaining an active lifestyle tode-stress and enjoy life.

Thereare many ways to relax and keep your stress levels down. Sometimes all it takesis to cuddle up with some hot chocolate and a book or chilling back andwatching some television or a movie. It might be hanging out with friends orfamily. Those can be very effective options and I certainly take part in themon a regular basis. All are great ways to help prevent yourself from becomingoverwhelmed and burned out.

WhileI whole-heartedly encourage those things, I also encourage doing something tostay active at the same time. If you’re not into winter sports, it’s verytempting to just sit back and not get your required exercise. For me personallywhat does the trick is yoga.

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