Guard your Rest
June 29, 2007
The society we live in seems determined to pack as much as possible into every day – work, recreation, family time, good deeds – everything, it seems, but rest and relaxation.
Our hectic lifestyles seem shortsighted in light of the fact that physicians say rest enhances the enjoyment and effectiveness of all our other efforts.
Rest, both physical and mental, will render you more alert, more productive, more efficient, and less irritable – in a word, happier!
Use it as a baseline for all your other activities.
Your body will thank you for it.
Have a restful weekend!
Ask for Help
June 27, 2007
When we feel weak or unsure, it is hard to reach out for help. But don’t fall into the trap of thinking you have to “go it alone”. You don’t.
Many worries are born of isolation. Turn to loved ones and friends for the help you need to sort through your worries. Remember, asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
“Help, I need somebody!”
Give yourself permission to say NO
June 26, 2007
We live in a society that is constantly challenging us to stretch beyond our limits and reach for the stars. Pleas for help as well as demands on our time and energies lie around every corner. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Eventually, we each have to accept the fact that no one can do it all. Freedom comes when we learn to say no.
Saying no frees you to say yes to those things that bring the greatest satisfaction and sense of well-being. It also allows you to de-clutter your life and restore balance. It is the first step to leading a simpler, more productive life.
Healthy boundaries allow us to be true to who we are and what we are meant to do.