Do you often feel like there's never a moment to spare for your own well-being? You're not alone. We've all heard those cliches about how everyone has the same 24 hours in a day and the importance of carving out time for ourselves. While these sayings hold are true, they can sometimes be a downer on our motivation.
But what if I told you there's a simple strategy to make wellness a tangible part of your life? Imagine treating your wellness time with the same importance as a business meeting. Yes, book a meeting with your own self-care!
Block out time on your calendar, make a commitment to yourself, and honor it as you would a meeting with your boss. If you wouldn't cancel on them, don't cancel on yourself.
Integrate wellness breaks into your busy schedule
- Select a duration that aligns with your daily routine and feels achievable.
- Identify the time of day when you're most likely to follow through. If mornings aren't your thing, don't force it—find a time that works for you.
- Once it's on your calendar, don't cancel on yourself. This is your time, and you deserve it.
Give this approach a try over the next few weeks. Notice what works and be flexible enough to make adjustments, but above all, do something every day to nourish yourself!
About the Author:
Tiffany Lord, E-RYT & Yoga Therapeutic Specialist
Corporate Yoga Coach
Resilience + Stress Management Expert
As the founder of Love + Asana, I help busy professionals feel more resilient and and increase agency in their wellness. This all-levels, accessible approach to physical and mental health at work allows employees to easily learn and implement healthy habits during their work day…and feel the benefits ripple out into all areas of life
Since 2016, I’ve had the honor of coaching thousands of employees through virtual sessions and workshops focused on relaxation techniques, mindset, and mobility. My wellness articles have been featured in fyi50+, CO Yoga + Life, and I’m the author of three “Get With Gratitude” journals based on my online workshop series for resiliency through a grateful mindset.
I completed a 200-hour training through CorePower Yoga and received my 500-hour Therapeutic Specialist certificate through Yoga Medicine to complement my background in massage therapy and Bachelor’s Degree in International Business with Cum Laude honors from the University of Colorado at Denver. As a Continuing Education Provider with the Yoga Alliance, I share my knowledge of functional movement and the mind-body connection with yoga instructors wanting to deepen their teaching toolkit.