little Happy Meeting - v. 15

I bid you adieu for a week or two

We have a culture of overwork. We often make ourselves available 24/7, but it’s not good for our mental or physical health (it makes it difficult to detach during nonwork hours). Over the next few weeks, make it a priority to build in time for yourself. You don’t have to stop working or fulfilling your obligations, but there is almost always a way to drop a thing or two. So take inventory — do what you need to do and drop what you don’t (and for the love of Judy, take a break). I’m not talking about just your once-a-year vacation — microbreaks are also needed. You’ll find that by taking even just a few you’ll be more productive, happier, healthier, and creative. You might even thank me for the reminder:)

In the spirit of this edition of the little Happy Newsletter, I shall take a few weeks off to practice what I preach. This week’s challenge is to give yourself permission to take breaks (whether it’s a minute, an hour, a day, or a week).

Life is precious.

1. Skip a stone.

2. Breathe the fresh air.

3. Laugh with a friend.

4. Feel the love of your family (given or chosen).

5. Savor a cold glass of your favorite beverage.

6. Stretch.

7. Reminisce.

8. Listen to the wind.

9. Feed the birds.

10. Feel the sun.

11. Listen to the songs from your youth.

12. Embrace your younger you.

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