The Importance Of “Me Time”

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“Me” time helps our busy brains to unplug and unwind, but making yourself the top priority is hard when you have a seemingly endless to-do list of family, work, and school obligations. Taking care of ourselves is a crucial part of living a full life. Here are some ways to have your “me” time.
Schedule it. We schedule doctor’s appointments and work meetings, why not schedule some “me time”? Pencil it into your calendar just like you would for any other important event. It may seem silly, but this is how you will be able to remind yourself, and hold yourself accountable, to give yourself some alone time. Next, make it count. While it may be tempting to spend your free time running errands or catching up on schoolwork, commit to spending the time to pamper yourself. Start a craft, or enjoy a warm cup of tea. You don’t have to spend a lot of time, but it has to be for yourself. Then, learn to say no, gracefully. It is great to help out your friends and family when they ask. But if the favors they ask begin to cut into your ‘me time,’ it is okay to create a buffer. Tell them that you are happy to help, but you will need 20 minutes (or whatever time feels right) before you can do it. You may also try to Get up Earlier. You probably heard this suggestion before. This time, actually give it a try! Try it for a week straight, and then decide if it is for you. Set your alarm for 15 minutes before you would normally wake up. Use that time to be quiet, write in a journal, or engage in any activity that restores you. Lastly, Remember why “me” time is important. Taking care of yourself can leave you feeling guilty; you aren’t spending time with your family or doing work. Keep in mind that carving out time for yourself is vital for keeping yourself healthy, and that means a happier family and more productive work and school life.