Me Time

lessismoreohio

Family dramas. Stress at work. Bad news pouring in on the radio.

I've found that it's so important to take a little time to go to the gym to lift weights or to the library to have a little "Me Time."

What do you do to make sure you get some quality time in each day for yourself?

NorthCascades

A bike ride or a run is time to get lost in my head and relax. Afterwards the endorphines tend to put me in a good mood. As a bonus, it increases my calorie deficit. Added bonus: it's fun!

tulips_and_tea

I do exactly as you stated, OP. I head directly to the gym after work. I put in my ear buds and drown everything out and focus on my health. However, some days I lack the energy so just relaxing and meditating is also helpful.

ObsidianMist

my boyfriend sleeps in way later than I do so mornings are my me time. even when I go to the gym I still have a few more hours to myself after I get home before he gets up. it's kind of glorious. I just chill out on my computer with my music playing. if I need additional me time because we're not getting along or something then I'll just go out for a long walk by myself and enjoy nature. it's very soothing to me.

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joans1976

I have a pretty intense anxiety disorder so I spend a lot of time doing self talk. I am grateful that I have come as far as I have and am able to work, socialize and just function through daily life. I do easily get a "people hangover" though. I have to have daily me time. It's hard to achieve some days though isn't it? I meditate, do yoga, go for a walk. Whatever I need for me to unplug.

Rachel0778

ObsidianMist wrote: »

my boyfriend sleeps in way later than I do so mornings are my me time. even when I go to the gym I still have a few more hours to myself after I get home before he gets up. it's kind of glorious. I just chill out on my computer with my music playing. if I need additional me time because we're not getting along or something then I'll just go out for a long walk by myself and enjoy nature. it's very soothing to me.

Same here. My morning hours on the weekends are sacred. I love my coffee and my book. My exercise class isn't until 11 so I can just chill out and relax

socajam

I think everyone should take some "me" time, even if one have children etc. There is nothing more relaxing that spending that time for you - yes it may sound selfish, but you owe it to yourself.

Children need to learn how to have "me" time from an early age, instead of always expecting to be entertained.

tulips_and_tea

socajam wrote: »

I think everyone should take some "me" time, even if one have children etc. There is nothing more relaxing that spending that time for you - yes it may sound selfish, but you owe it to yourself.

Children need to learn how to have "me" time from an early age, instead of always expecting to be entertained.

I agree 100%! I've always done this and I'm sure it appeared selfish, but for me it's the "oxygen mask on an airplane" theory: you have to take care of yourself first so that you can take care of others.

lessismoreohio

"1agree100%! I've always done this and I'm sure it appeared selfish, but for me it's the "oxygen mask on an airplane" theory: you have to take care of yourself first so that you can take care of others."

lessismoreohio

BZAH10 wrote: »

socajam wrote: »

I think everyone should take some "me" time, even if one have children etc. There is nothing more relaxing that spending that time for you - yes it may sound selfish, but you owe it to yourself.

Children need to learn how to have "me" time from an early age, instead of always expecting to be entertained.

I agree 100%! I've always done this and I'm sure it appeared selfish, but for me it's the "oxygen mask on an airplane" theory: you have to take care of yourself first so that you can take care of others.

I couldn't agree with this more. Very wise / true.

capaul42

Me time for me is also working out. Though I do so at home. I try to get some dancing in after my main workout (lifting) and it really helps de-stress my day

neldabg

Working out is also my me time, but as often as I need to pause, I'll do yoga or tai chi. If I'm not home, I'll plug in my headphones and listen to music or a positive podcast while breathing deeply.

lauracups

I wake up before anyone else in the house, have my coffee and start work out as everyone is just getting up. I absolutely need that time.

lenoresdream

Lately I've been doing so much overtime at work I don't have time to make it to the gym. But I love reading before bed.