Five Minutes You can do a lot for yourself in a little time

Five Minutes It’s in the small things

by Rachel Acosta School & Community Relations Leander ISD

As we were running the holiday race just one year ago, who would have ever guessed that 2020 would become such a year of endurance? Illness impacting people we know, lost loved ones, coping with the intensity of concerned families in our districts and the uncertainty of returning to school and work has been exhausting for many. Finding a proper balance of work and personal life is challenging right now. Making yourself a priority has fallen by the wayside.

Mental wellness is becoming ever more recognized as an important part of selfcare. The value of recharging our batteries is magnanimous, but with little time on our hands, it can be tough to find the precious moments to care for ourselves. If we are not caring for ourselves, then we cannot take good care of others. So, in the midst of this busyness and stress, how can we feel refreshed?

Take heart - it’s in the small things! We do not have to have hours to ourselves to find rejuvenation in our day. We simply need to take note of the moments we do have or set aside a few minutes to pause, reflect and revive. Read for pleasure, bake cookies, play a video game, take a walk, paint, enjoy a hike – anything that helps us find that reconnection with ourselves will help us attain the refreshment we so desperately need.

Meditating, whether holistic or spiritual, is a wonderful way to reconnect with your calm and refresh you to take on the rest of your day. Remember, in this time of personal and professional growth, you are not alone. We share in this experience together. Love on each other and take time to do what you enjoy. Five minutes a day can help us find ourselves again.