A message from Sandy. 

   “Don’t deny yourself a sense of play—a chance to step down, relax, refresh yourself, put your mole hills in perspective and not let them become mountains.”—-Unknown

We’ve all heard about the importance of resting a team before the big game so that the players will be physically renewed, even the President of the United State retreats regularly to Camp David. Albert Einstein and Thomas Edison were known to take cat naps in the middle of their experiments, so that they could return with more powerful insights. And for heaven’s sake , the creator of our universe knew  we needed to rest on the seventh day!

It is easy to get caught up in the momentum of life. If you try to slow down , do you have feelings of guilt? How could I be so selfish or so lazy I ask myself. If you find you are overwhelmed with responsibilities to the point of mild insanity, it is definitely time to give yourself permission for a break. Giving yourself a break is not a treat, it is a vital necessity to our well-being.

When you feel tired, frazzled, stressed, or overwhelmed, it’s important to stop and refresh your spirit and nurture your body. It doesn’t matter if you take a walk, go to a movie, listen to music, read a book,clean house or immerse yourself in your favorite hobby. During a time-out you’ll rekindle your spirit and perhaps receive some important insights. 

IF YOU HAD AN EXTRA HOUR IN YOUR DAY, HOW WOULD YOU SPEND IT? (cleaning out closets, filing or paying bills are not an option)

When is the last time you took some time off from your daily routine?

When was the last time you had quiet time to yourself?

When was the last time you watched the sunset?

When was the last time you took a leisurely drive?

“Know the true value of time: snatch, seize, and enjoy every moment of it.”–Lord Chesterfield