Hello my kittens. I have been feeling a little strained lately. I can't seem to relax for the life of me. I figured, Hey? Why not put a new post on my blog? And this is where that brings me. I will attempt to work out how to relax here.
What is relaxation?
I like to define relaxation as being totally calm and unwound, without stress or worry. It's just how to get relaxed that I need help with.
How am I supposed to get rid of my stress?
I can honestly say that I have no idea. Every person is different. Personally, I find that clearing my mental to do list helps a lot. If I have nothing to do, I don't have any stress. Especially if I'm not looking forward to/regretting/not looking forward to anything. (This is also a weakness because I am a procrastinator...) Also, listening to music or writing works pretty well with me.
Life is to hectic to relax and unwind.
If you apply to this, I'm sorry. Why is your life so hectic? Sport practice on top of music lessons on top of homework on top of little to no free time? I have pretty much nothing on my after school agenda, except for an after school writing club that meets every other Tuesday. But I know a few friends have way too much piled into the after school time. One of my friends has/had piano lessons, show choir for school, and dance.
What if I don't have school to deal with and a pretty empty schedule?
You're very lucky. Depending on your job/responsibilities, you probably have a lot of time to relax. Music, reading, writing, napping, or watching a movie might work. That's how I spend most Saturdays.
None of this helps me relax.
Experiment. Try combinations of these things or maybe something totally different. Like running or yoga. Who knows what works?
You are an individual, and individual means that you are unique. Maybe some will be glad for my advice, maybe some will think it a waste of time. Just know that I have good intentions. Now if you will excuse me, I have to go follow my own advice!
