“I do my best work when I give myself short periods of rest.” -Affirmation by Louise Hay
Or….”I do my best caregiving when I give myself short periods of rest.”
Have you taken a break lately? If you are employed, did you know you are entitled to two 15 minunte breaks per day? It is LAW. You know why? Because your employer wants you to be productive and creative! Allowing yourself to step away from your work helps you to clear your mind, re-energize your body, and allows for creative thoughts to flow through. Ever feel stuck on a project or problem, yet as soon as you stepped away from it, the creative idea or solution came to you?
During your break, do something fun or energizing. Take a short walk, listen to some uplifting music, chat with someone, read some jokes, just do something uplifting! Something that will re-fill your cup.
If you are a caregiver, when is the last time you had an afternoon to yourself? Not to run errands, do the grocery shopping or pick up medications. I mean, to YOURSELF. To relax, have fun, do something that truly rejuvenates you. When’s the last time you had a lunch date with friends? When’s the last time you saw your favorite movie?
Did you know you need time to relax and rejuvenate on a regular basis? I don’t mean once a month, or once a year. I mean several times a week!!!!
Regular breaks and time away are ESSENTIAL, not optional…in order to stay healthy and be refreshed. Trust me, you’ll be a much better, happier and more effective caregiver when you give yourself regular, short breaks. Consider Adult Day Health Services or Home Care Services to schedule in guaranteed breaks each week.
Want more ideas? Send me an e-mail at Courtney@CaringforYourSpirit.com!
Enjoy those breaks!!
By Courtney Long, MSW, LC, CHt, Self-Care Specialist
I agree w/ u. I never take time for myself. I’m here everyday w/ a sick
Husband and my sons out of work. I can’t move cause I have an 84 year old dad who lives alone
And wants me near. I have a gf in prescott but I’m findind out she to much of a handful
With her boderline personality. Do u know of a gay psychlogist or someone I can talk to about my problems?
Since my husband found out I like women he’s been upset which is understandable
But the stress in this house is unbearable. I have noone to talk to. I know you r
A site for caregivers. I use to do that back in 92′ when I fist move to AZ.
I cared for an older women but then I had to leave. I got married to a guy who was very needy still is
After 17 yrs. I asked u before if u knew of anyone in Havasu or Parker we could carpool to your workshop
Please keep looking ty for your help DJ
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