We no longer participate in many activities outside of our homes. For many of us, the job or the gym (whether in person or online) has evolved into a social hub where we can socialise. As a result, resting while packing so many activities into one chair was one of our last thoughts before falling asleep on the couch. We believe that because we are already at home, we will not become exhausted.
In reality, the opposite is true! When we were at work, participating in sports, going out with friends, and getting home, we used to have a transition period where our minds could prepare for the next activity. We require relaxation now more than ever before since we do everything at home and the time between jobs is so short that we move from chair to chair to get things done.
Relax in order to re-energize, protect our mental health, and continue with our everyday routines.
Let's figure out the most effective way to unwind this long weekend and make it a habit!
Make time for those you enjoy caring for at least once a week, starting this weekend, and increase that frequency. If you return to the activities that fill your spirit (art (painting, pottery, music), gastronomy, internet concerts, movies, and theatre), you may create these delightful occasions for yourself.
For people who are lacking a recreational activity, you might start by looking at possible interests. Take your favourite music, paper, and pen to a place where you can be alone. Begin writing in your notebook, thinking back on previous years, possibly your childhood, and the things you enjoyed doing. You can round out your list by researching a variety of recreational activities on the internet, and you can discover your favourite interest by participating in brief trials over the coming weeks.
This long weekend presents an excellent time to begin practising breathing exercises, meditation, and yoga techniques. These ancient traditions, which are practised by thousands of individuals every day all around the world, have been shown in numerous research articles to help people relieve stress and enhance their overall health.
If you don't want to move, you can try yoga or breathing techniques to keep yourself calm and relaxed. If you have the opportunity, I recommend that you do breathing exercises, yoga postures, and meditation in that order.
See my previous in-depth article and narration video about meditation for more information.
Aside from that, you can engage in a sports activity at home that you've been wanting to undertake since last year. You can find sports films on the internet, or you can make your own by combining exact body movements with music that matches your mood. By beginning with precise actions in a specific area that needs to be improved, you can generate drive for the rest of your workout.
Even if we work from home for long periods of time, we require rest. One of my suggestions will help you to unwind over the holiday weekend. Try at least one of them. I hope you are able to preserve your mental health and take care of yourself as a result of implementing the strategies you learned...