⭐️5 ways that have helped me get REAL rest in the past⭐️�
(1) Block out rest time
If you are a crazy girlboss like me, trying to stop ur mind & getting proper rest would be your biggest challenge. I find this tip most helpful for me - schedule in specific time slots for rest just like you would do for your client meetings. See rest time as part of your workflow.
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(2) Collect a list of things to do for rest time
Think about what gives you life and joy during rest time, and draw up a list so you can refer to it when planning your rest time more intentionally.
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(3) Social media doesn’t count
Rest is restorative, not just not a ‘mindless time’. People often use social media as a way to get out of our own problems, but we end up feeling worse as we look at other people’s ‘perfect’ lives on social media, whilst never really giving our minds real rest.
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(4) Schedule a staycation once every 2-3 months
This is particularly relevant to present times when travelling is no longer an option. Research has shown that a change of scene revives the brain. Change of scene also makes establishing new habits easier (e.g. working out, getting up early).
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(5) Stop working for at least 1 hour before bedtime
I find this very helpful as a creative entrepreneur and as someone who is prolific with new ideas and thoughts. Having your mind still churning right up to before you sleep significantly affects your sleep quality.�
And here’s another bonus tip - REDEFINE REST�Don’t just see rest as a way to be more productive or just to get away from work. See it as a way to love, respect and heal yourself.
Seek being present and joy during your rest time.
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Let us together build a harmonised and fruitful 2021, and please do let me know which one of the above 7 tips resonate most with you!
