Behold… the college paradox!
Between working 40 hours a week, taking three classes which includes countless papers, discussion boards and quizzes, being the Vice President of Walsh College’s charterr of the American Marketing Association, and trying to make time to go to the gym, my life has been INSANE. It was to the point where I almost had a panic attack!
As much as I would love to apply Timon and Pumba’s motto of “Hakuna Matata” to my life, it really wouldn’t serve me any purpose other than failing all my classes, getting fired, and letting down my friends and family. So I developed a way for me to unwind and not let stress get the best of me.
Make to-do lists: every morning I write down what it is I need to get done today. This includes work assignments, schools assignments, and anything personal. This way I can physically see what it is I need to do and I can plan accordingly. Also there is nothing better than crossing more and more stuff off your list!
My Secret: I will even include things I’ve already done or something that will only take 1 minute just so there are more things marked off and makes me look more productive. Don’t judge me…
EXERCISE!!!! We all know the physical benefits of exercising by now but there is so much more it can do for you psychologically as well. When I am stressed there is nothing more enjoyable than jumping on that treadmill, cranking up some tunes, and running it out. I let my mind go wherever it wants to take me or even just block it all out. It is my form of meditation.
Mini-Status Update: Up to running 40 minutes, have lost 7 pounds and starting to get my body back in shape! Woo Hoo!
I am pulling out this next one from my practically perfect sister in Florida. Treat YOURSELF. When things get a little crazy, take time and do something for you. Whether it is getting a massage, going on a bike ride, have a beer (light please!) do something for YOU. You’ll feel less stressed and actually get some enjoyment.
I am making things interesting this week. Leave a comment and let me know what YOU do to distress!
I'm not sure how I distress myself? I use to hit the treadmill in the basement but it's so cold downstairs so I stopped. Erin I'm so proud of you and thank you for reminding me how important working out is both physically and mentally.
ReplyDeleteI put things I've already done on my to do list, too!
ReplyDeleteAwesome blog :-) I can really relate I wrote a blog about cardio and weight lifting you should check it out http://bit.ly/1lhmEkD
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