Alarice's Authentic Journeys

In a world that constantly demands more—more energy, more productivity, more engagement—it’s no wonder we often feel drained. Whether it’s the never-ending to-do lists, the pressure to keep up, or simply the noise of everyday life, we all need to hit the reset button now and then.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, this is your gentle reminder: you’re allowed to pause. And sometimes, the most productive thing you can do is step back and take care of yourself.

I recently had the opportunity to visit with my best friend from college while she was up in the NYC area. Before our time together, we both experienced it. The external stressors that target you and accumulate over time. They make you feel exhausted and depleted. After some time together, we both left feeling relaxed, recharged, and refreshed.

Here are four simple, yet powerful, ways to help you relax (some of these my friend and I did). These methods will allow you to recharge. They enable you to return to your life with fresh energy and clarity.

1. Relax Your Mind: Journal, take deep breaths, turn off the music and listen to nature around you. Now that the weather is getting nice, I do this by turning off the music, and opening the window on my drive.
2. Catch Up on Sleep: A truly peaceful relaxing sleep (or power nap) can do wonders to help you feel refreshed. I am the worst at power naps, so in my case I choose to go to bed a little earlier.
3. Move Your Body: Go for a walk, a run. It’s amazing what some fresh air can do for your body and your perspective. My friend and I went on a 4-mile walk through Central Park, giving us the chance to catch up while enjoying the beauty around us. We had so many moments along our walk where we said, which way shall we go and let ourselves just drift naturally all around the park.
4. Unplug for an Hour: Okay, this might be the hardest for many of us, but how many times have you truly unplugged, even for an hour? Mix this with moving your body. Afterwards you will certainly feel lighter.

You don’t need a vacation or a major life overhaul to feel better. Sometimes, just taking a few intentional steps to care for yourself is enough to shift everything.

What are some ways that you have practiced self-care?

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