These have been trying times.

America has had turbulence find it for the better part of two & a half years.

In such times, avoiding excess stress & also getting relief from stress are very important practices for us in the long haul.

Here are a number of ideas for handling stress, then:

• Avoid excess stress. It’s worth considering also that you can’t avoid all stress in life, but learning when to close the spigot bringing you exceeding stress is an important habit in Life, one that can keep you on the board rather than doubled-up in bed.
• Get relief from stress.
  • Recreation
    • Love & sex
    • Rewarding, regenerating social life
    • Enjoying Nature
    • Exercising
    • Gardening
    • Playing musical instruments
    • Enjoying books, videos, movies, & television
    • Make your own list!
  • Relaxation
    • Having sex
    • Relaxing in Nature
    • Listening to music & watching relaxing videos
    • Enjoying essential oils & incense
    • Spending time with pets
    • Enjoying a sauna / hot tub / scented bath / showers
  • Rest
    • Breathers
    • Naps/Meditation
    • Vacations
    • Sabbaticals

Together, we will make it together. But learning to sapiently rest, relax, & play in longlasting trials helps you & helps us. If you see someone struggling with burnout, privately, gently drop some hints about play, relaxation & resting in their lives.

See what time off can do for you.

See you on the links,
Joe