Connect with Yourself
Is your life incredibly busy? Maybe you have tons of work, chores, social or community engagements, or caregiving responsibilities. You probably want to spend time connecting with friends and family, too. However, it's also really important to connect with yourself—to take some "me time."
Taking some quiet time for yourself will help you figure out what you like about yourself and what matters to you. Spend some time hanging out with the person you will know your whole life: yourself!
Every day, try to set aside all of your responsibilities and distractions for a little while. Here are some tips for unwinding and focusing on your inner self:
- Take a long shower or bath.
- Write down your thoughts and feelings. Start a personal journal.
- Practice deep breathing, mediation, or other relaxation techniques. For meditation, you might just sit quietly and focus on your breath.
- Listen to some soothing music.
- Go for a walk in nature or someplace pretty.
- Express yourself through art, singing, or some other creative hobby.
- Try a physical activity. Some people clear their heads while jogging or doing yoga, for example.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office on Women's Health (OWH), GirlsHealth. (Updated 2015, March 4). Connect with yourself. In Your feelings: Being happy. Retrieved June 4, 2024, from https://www.girlshealth.gov