While I may not technically be on a first-name basis with Janelle Monáe or Dolly Parton, I feel like I know them well enough to imagine the advice they would give me if I could text them in a moment of panic. Sometimes that perspective is all you need.
Relaxing is not my strong suit. Of course, I always feel better after taking a break. But I'm constantly catching myself trying to squeeze in one more thing (or twenty) before I call it quits for the day. I recently turned to Do Nothing: How to Break Away from Overworking, Overdoing, and Underliving by Celeste Headlee for a much-needed CTFO pep-talk.
A new year is a clean slate. It’s the perfect time to set new goals and start new habits. While the new year is one kind of fresh start, the next 365 days are filled with chances to begin again and again. You just have to know where to look.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… and the most stressful. Here are a few ideas to help you slow down and practice self-care during the holiday season.
Is there anything better than a self-care gift? A present that makes you feel like you can slow down, turn inward, and take some time for yourself? Let’s face it—after the hustle and bustle of the holidays, we all need a little extra TLC.
