Make Your Time Off AMAZING!
Make Your Time Off Fulfilling!
How often have you gone into a long weekend or vacation with excitement but finished it feeling tired, disappointed, or blah? You can make the most out of your time off without having to over-plan. Instead of trying to fit it all in or making zero plans and feeling unfulfilled - take an intentional approach to fulfilling your desires.
What makes you happy?
By desires, I mean "What makes you happy?"
"What fills your bucket?"
"What makes you smile and feel fulfilled?"
"What is your mind and body asking for right now?"
Answer these questions for yourself and then find ways to incorporate the answers into your upcoming weekend and time off.
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A current client reflected on her recent vacation and categorized the week of activities into buckets of fulfillment. It wasn't planned that way, but upon reflection, she realized that she had fit in some self-care, adventure, time in nature, connection with family and friends, fun, and some retail therapy :)
As you head into this weekend and next week's July 4th extended weekend (or maybe you are taking vacation), create your list of fulfilling/rejuvenating activities so you can more easily recognize when the opportunities present themselves.
As an example, let's say you really want some rest, a good laugh, and some time outdoors. You can plan things that align with these ideas or let those around you know, prompting them to share ideas that align with your desires.
Knowing what you want most out of your time also helps you say no to the things that will get in the way. If your friend invites you to the movies and an indoor art festival, it is easy to see those activities don't meet your current desires, even if it's something you might have said yes to another time.
We all work hard, and we all deserve time to refill our bucket. This time is for YOU!
So make sure your time off doesn't drain you! It is so easy to get caught up in what everyone else is doing, inviting you to, and implying what you "should" be doing.
Maybe you want to attend several parties because connection, fun, and some drinks are on your list - then do it! Maybe a low-key weekend with your immediate family that includes naps and some swimming will fulfill your desire for rest and presence with family.
Maybe you are missing connection but don't have anything specific planned - call up a friend (ok, text, no one calls anymore) and see if they want to meet up for lunch. Not everything has to be a full-on BBQ or beach day, despite what social media would have you believe.
Maybe your summer started off a bit chaotic and you need time to reorganize your thoughts, your schedule, and your pantry. Set aside the time and do it!
Or maybe you had great plans and now they are ruined for one reason or another. It sucks. What can you recover? If you're sick, can you pick up a good book? If the weather doesn't cooperate, can you research future vacation destinations? Or play a game? Or order in your favorite food?
You can make your time off work for YOU by getting intentional about what fulfills and rejuvenates you.
Another benefit is that it is easier to look back on your time off and feel good about it knowing you did the things YOU chose, even though you didn't do what the rest of the world did.
Social media and comparison can suck the joy out of you. But when you hold your time off up to YOUR desires instead of everyone else's activities, it is a lot easier to feel satisfied, joyous, and grateful.
You have the power to make choices that support you. Don't leave it up to chance or someone else's agenda. Get clear on what you want and create the space for it. Intentionally.
Cheers to celebrating YOUR time,
Sharon
Create More Joy & Fulfillment
Knowing what you want makes everything easier. I help clients define what a fulfilling, successful life looks like in all aspects - your health, career, family, relationships, finances, and community - and help them build a pathway to achieve it.
The first step is to schedule a free strategy call (CLICK HERE) to explore what you REALLY want and your next best step.
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