LEARN TO TAKE A BREATHER…

How To Do It All

This week, I want to talk about why it's so important to learn to take a breather and just pause sometimes. When you do this, you're giving your brain a moment to catch up. Trust me, you always feel better when you take a breather and look at things again.

Life can get incredibly hectic. It always feels like we're juggling a million things and trying to keep all the plates spinning in the air like in the circus. It's really amazing how a simple break can help you recharge and clear your mind.

When this happens, it’s best to try to step back, even for just a moment, because it helps you put things in perspective. Problems always seem less daunting, and solutions seem to come more naturally to you. It makes a world of difference.

We often think being relentlessly busy is the only way to achieve goals. But the funny thing is that taking breaks actually makes you more productive in the long run. It's really funny how this works. Even a short pause can save you hours in mental clarity and efficiency.

Here are some examples.

- Being outside doing an activity, such as walking, cycling, running, etc., helps you reset, allowing you to incorporate nature's force into daily life. Or, if you have something to write and are looking for mental clarity, writer's block always becomes easier after a few minutes of reflection.
- When you have stressful deadlines to meet, they always seem to feel lighter if you stop for a minute and step outside, or into another context. You can breathe fresh air deeply outside, or just take a minute to breathe deeply if you're inside.
- Conversations which are on the brink of people getting angry and losing their temper always seem to cool down when you or other pause to breathe before responding.

However, some people argue that taking constant breaks disrupts workflow and reduces productivity. They believe only sustained focus leads to efficiency and taking too many breaks leads to procrastination, making it harder to regain momentum with broken rhythm. Some also argue that frequent breaks hamper creativity, or are not practical.

So, this week, remember, life is much too short to be constantly stressed and taking a breather is a step towards leading a more balanced and fulfilling life. Embrace the power of a pause; you'll thank yourself later. And the more you practise it, the more natural it will become!