There are few things that truly relax me and get me in a ‘zen-like’ mindset. Yesterday I was feeling a bit overwhelmed and realized I needed to take a time out. In the middle of the day, I decided to not look at my emails or do any work for 30 minutes. I know this doesn’t seem like a long time, but it felt like an eternity and it felt wonderful. I sat down, turned on my favorite Pandora station, and gave myself a manicure. It relaxed me and once I was done, I was ready to get back to my (what felt like) endless hours of work. I then had an event to go to last night, and I knew I needed to wake myself up and snap out of my tired state of mind. When I make a point to not rush as I’m getting ready, it makes all the difference. I spent ample time on each part of my makeup, and I didn’t have to speed through the process. Once I was dressed and ready to walk out the door, I felt amped up and ready to go. Sometimes you just need to take time for yourself to truly recharge.
And…
I’m so excited because today I’m the It Girl on The Glossy Life! Make sure to check out my fun feature on Alyssa’s fabulous blog.
I love taking little “spa” moments to relax myself…now that you mention it, it’s definitely something that I should add to my list this weekend. So happy to have you on my blog today! xo
-Alyssa
The Glossy Life
Aw, I’m so happy to be on your blog today!!! Definitely go have a spa day this weekend! xo, Julie
Loved your post on the Glossy Life and I love your blog! It’s so important to relax and recharge sometimes…I forget to do this for myself and it definitely takes a toll on me. Nothing relaxes me more than a trip to the spa, after a pedicure and massage I’m ready to take on the day! Following you via FB 🙂
Stephanie
Thank you so much!! Can’t wait to check out yours. xo, Julie
Such a good point sometimes you really do need to just take a step back and take some time for yourself. I know I could use it every now and again too!
Love it! I invite you to follow my blog! ;P
Ana.
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Thank you so much!! x, Julie
Love your post and the one in The Glossy Life! You are AMAZING! I agree it’s pivotal to stop and relax!
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Thank you thank you!! So sweet. xo, Julie
Congrats! So much fun 😉
XX,
Miranda
Thank you, Miranda! xo, Julie
love that lipcolor
Xo Megan
NARS!! Roman Holiday! xo, Julie
I definitely haven’t been taking much time for myself lately. Thanks for the reminder!
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