Leave Work Half An Hour Earlier than Usual.
Daily Stretch #1
Daily Stretch #1: Free Yourself from Being Busy
Today’s Stretch: Free Yourself From Being Busy
We have a hard time changing our routines. We are afraid of consequences. Or maybe we don’t give ourselves the space we deserve.
Reward yourself with the gift of time. Rather than being stuck doing insignificant things, recover time for yourself. Don’t waste binging the new Netflix show, use it to clear both your body and mind instead.
Go for a walk with someone without a clear agenda. Let the conversation flow. Walk without a clear direction. Let what’s going on dictate your next turn. Enjoy everything that happens.
Reconnect with the pleasure of feeling surprised.
Don’t Get Caught By Excuses
“I don’t have time.”
“I’ve already committed to doing some work.”
“How can I get someone to go for a last-minute walk?”
Stretch, Reflect & Learn
Use these questions to reflect once you’ve practiced this new stretch:
How did it feel to escape from work?
What does personal time mean to you?
How do …
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