5 Ways to Make Time For Me
I always thought when I could be a stay at home mom my stress would decrease, boy oh boy was I wrong. 聽I never dreamed that being a mom would bring me so much joy, or so much stress! It taught me that no matter what your stage in life you will be dealing with stress, and that eating cupcakes is not the right way to handle it! The most effective practice I have found for dealing with my own stress is to make time for me.
Here are 5 ways I have found to carve out some me time:
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Take a Hike– Literally. Get out of town and get in touch with nature. Unplug and spend some time meditating. I love to go somewhere with a great spot to sit and rest. I don’t just hike there and back, I take my time and enjoy the great outdoors and the quiet stillness it provides.
Exercise– As much as exercise can be hard, the benefits of it cannot be argued. Getting out the house to exercise has been a great way to make some time for myself. Besides taking care of my body those few minutes of listening to my favorite music, audio book, or watching my favorite show can really reset my attitude.
Girls Night– Head out on the town with your friends. It is so easy to feel guilty about this much needed escape, but being around my best friends makes me feel better about myself, which in turn makes me a better wife, mother, sister, and friend. It is such important time!
De-Stress– I love to take some time with my DeStressify聽Pro App. DeStressify is an easy, affordable, and effective way to cut back on the stress in my everyday life. Once you figure out what stress really is (it will teach you) and how to handle it (it will teach you) you will feel much more in control of you life.
Destressify provides you with tools and exercises that will聽help release feelings and habits that have lodged themselves in your cellular memory. These practices will help rewire your brain. With聽practices for calming the mind, emotional balance, relaxation, energizing exercises, and achieving joy, you will easily find a few really effective tricks to help you destress.
My Favorite part about the DeStressify Pro app is the ability to schedule your practice sessions. It keeps track of your progress, reminds you of your scheduled practices, and give you positive reinforcement. All the gentle reminders this busy mom needs to stay on track. This app goes a long way in helping me remember to take time for me and how to deal with the things that trigger my stress responses. I really enjoy my time using it. The Healing Lake Meditation mentioned above is my favorite. If that narrators voice doesn’t make you feel relaxed, I don’t know what will!
Find out more about the app, free and pro version, and how to download it here.
Make a List– I find that most of the time I am stressed because I have left things to the last minute or I am over scheduled. When I begin to feel my body reacting to the stress, making a list helps me see what I have to do and when I have to do it. This exercise helps me feel more in control of my feelings and emotions. By making time for me an item on my list, I remember how important it is that I do so! It lets me step back and look at things without my emotions involved! Plus, checking items off my list feels pretty good too.
thanks for writing this post…I will try all the 5 great ideas you’ve shared…really need them
I distress by just going into my room with a cup of coffee (yes, not stress relieving, but it has that effect on me, for some reason), and I grab a good book and read for a bit. I am sure to tell all in the house to just give me some time for me 馃檪
I know that I really need to practice the Destressifying. I have so much on my plate these days that I feel a bit overwhelmed to say the least. Each time I try to find time for myself, I always am having to help my elderly mother, daughter or granddaughter with something that takes priority over what I am doing. I know now that I need to stop and take care of myself.
This is exactly what I needed to read, it has been such a stressful time of the year.
Very good tips to help with stress. I take a walk and work out in the garden to help me with stress. I also like to read and play video games!
Thank you! I learned something new! I am always making lists but will also try the De-stress!
Very good suggestions, thanks, needed the reminder!
A good book to release stress is Adam Timm Stress is optional.
I need to try Destressify. I have a hard time setting aside time just for me, because I feel like there is always something that needs to be taken care of right then and there. I need to learn to take care of me.
These are great ideas! I need to make more time for myself throughout the week.
I thought staying home to care for and cuddle my children would be magical. Bwahaha! I agree that the stress can be crazy sometimes! 2 screaming kids upstairs, a potty training toddler and my husband’s aunt knocks on the door (did I mention I wasn’t dressed?). So, thanks for the great tips. Exercise is one I really need to prioritize. That and showers…
I agree with a lot of these other women–exercising alone is my favorite way to get some me-time!
I need to take your advice and try some new de-stressing techniques. This app sounds like a great way to start.
Like you, I try to exercise every day. I also enjoy reading for a bit, when I can, before bed. Oh and those nice bubble baths, every now and then are a blessing.
Exercising is a great way to get alone time. Not only that, but the benefits are well worth it too.
Going for walks is a great way for me to get some alone time. It is important to make time for yourself.
De-stressing is super important. I love these ideas. I recently started audiobooks same idea but this looks wonderful I will check it out.
I like to have a hot bath with a good book to relax. It is a great way get ready for bed.
I desperately need to take some time for me, but I just always feel guilty when I do. What a great list of ideas, thanks!
I need some more ME time. I usually work, pick up kiddo, work more, put kiddo to bed. I LOVE this idea of destress!
I couldn’t agree with you more, regardless of whether you’re a stay at home mom, a mom who works, not a mom but work a demanding career, or even a student who goes to school stress is a natural and normal part of life that we ALL need to deal with in our own ways. These are great ideas and tips; I know exercise helps me deal with my stress when I’m able to do it 馃檪
With 5 kids time to myself if almost impossible. No piece of quite even to go to the bathroom! I so could use a mother’s night out!
This is awesome. I really need to show my wife this so she can de-stress!
I agree that exercising can be hard but the benefits are well worth it. I need to do it more often!
I definitely need to make more time for myself. I’ve been up late working every evening, but really, need to slow down and just destress.
Destressify, I never heard of that before. I bet it would help. Especially the emotional balance part. Thanks for the info!!
I really do need to try some of these techniques. Stress is so bad for us — these tips are so important!
Awesome suggestions. I always make time for myself by going to the gym. Every day.
I like your list for ways to make time for yourself and destress.