Are you tired and overwhelmed? Without time for ourselves, we lose sight of what’s important to us and what we need to be our very best selves. Taking time for yourself allows you to renew, heal, find purpose, peace and balance in your life. Try setting aside just 5 minutes EVERYDAY for YOURSELF. Make it a HABIT!
I do this each day, just like I track my food and exercise.
Taking time for yourself is about self-care and it is an extremely important part of creating the LIFE YOU WANT.
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I am fortunate to have time for myself on a regular basis. In this part of my life, I really do not have to plan for it, because it is just about always available. I realize that I am unusually fortunate in this area. And very grateful to God!
Thanks for sharing!
CHOCOLAT-A9/24/2010 5:14:00 PM
Setting aside personal time everyday has been a habit of mine for many years--a very important part of my daily lifestyle.
SEEMAINE9/6/2010 12:05:00 AM
I completely agree about making time for ourselves - that's the most important investment of time!
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