Living life in a constant state of pushing ourselves beyond our "max" = BURN OUT!
In our fast-paced world, we get caught up with wanting to do and be more. Can we truly give 110% to everything we do all day long without suffering burn out? As chronic stress builds up in one's system through taxing it day after day, something has to give ~~ it is impossible to live life at a constant frantic pace without suffering because of it.
We ALL need rest, we ALL need to relax, and we ALL need to recharge! The failure to acknowledge our humanity in this sense will cause us to suffer consequences ~~ sooner or later! Look over this checklist:
Using caffeine or sweets to get through your day?
Getting the amount of sleep that your body really needs?
Spending enough quality time with friends or family?
When was the last time you did something just for FUN?
Are you truly LIVING your life or just moving from task to task?
Think about taking time and doing these 3 simple things to slow down:
1. Give 60-80% to certain projects instead of 110% to everything
Pace yourself ~~ look for projects where you can give 60-80% and still be proud of the outcome.Embrace a life that meets your desires but that does not rely on unhealthy quantities of certain foods, drinks or cutting out relationships and fun.
2. Spread your efforts more evenly to all areas of your life
Shift your efforts and thinking to prioritizing your health, your family, & yourself. Spread energy and efforts evenly across all areas of your life. Allow yourself to S.T.O.P. ~~ Stop! ~~ Take a moment! ~~ Observe what is happening in your body & how you are feeling right now! THEN ~~ Proceed with your day ~~
3. Take care of yourself ~~ T.L.C. for the B.O.D.Y.!
At the end of the day, be your own best friend. Respect your body. Give yourself some real tender loving care with stress-relieving Yoga and mindful meditation practice. Get a massage. Share a delicious healthy meal with a friend. Take a walk. Just REST.....
THIS is the kind of fuel your BODY/MIND/SPIRIT need to be nourished and to rejuvenate.
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