Be kind enough to yourself to consider what your needs are in this moment. Do you need a five-minute break? Would you benefit from a quick walk outdoors in the fresh air? A power nap? A few minutes in meditation? Some journaling? Your needs will likely be different from day to day. I find that when I pay attention to what I really need and spend even a small amount of time on it, that rushed feeling starts to diminish, and I begin to naturally feel more peaceful and fulfilled. "I believe this is a very special moment in history, a kind of perfect storm. There is a growing recognition - to borrow language from AA - that our world has become unmanageable." -Arianna Huffington There's no doubt increasing numbers of people the world over find life unmanageable. Schwartz affirms that an article he penned for The New York Times called "Relax! You'll Be More Productive." received an overwhelming response, often describing the sense of overwhelm people feel at work. Setting aside time for relaxation is more than simply taking a few minutes here or there to be gentle to yourself. If you can set aside 20-30 minutes each day, you're likely to see very positive results over time that benefit many areas of your life.
