Taking some time to breathe

I’ve been busy. And tired. And working too much.

And, ok, I’ll just say it – I’ve had a little bit of writer’s block.

I have lots of ideas, but haven’t been able to get myself to write them down. Or I’ve been too much of a perfectionist to write lately. Because I haven’t been able to say it exactly right.

But now I’m realizing that it doesn’t really matter. I just need to start writing again.

So here goes.

I’ve been teaching these cleanse classes over the past few weeks. And while I’m encouraging people to relax, I realize that I’ve been all wound up and not doing what I usually do to take care of myself.

Which has been contributing to my stressed feelings. But then I realize that I have to give myself a break, too. It’s all a process.

Helping people lose weight and get healthy, teaching classes, keeping my website going, getting in touch with everyone that I want to talk to, doing everything that I set out to do – it all takes time. And I’m probably not going to do everything perfectly all of the time. I am human.

So, like you, I’m starting with small steps. To get myself relaxed again so that I can get into the flow of things.

Sometimes I just have to press the reset button. And I’m resetting with a simple exercise. Deep breathing.

Breathing is totally free. You can do it anywhere and any time. And doing it right can change your life.

I’m taking time out now to breathe and relax. Because I know it will help me – which will help you.

A few deep breaths when I notice. A couple of relaxation breathing exercises consciously during the day. Coupled with a smile, and I’m already starting to feel better.

What about you? What do you do to get yourself focused and relaxed?