The Power Of 'Me Time'
In our fast-paced world, it can be difficult to find time for ourselves. Constant demands from work, family and our social circle can be overwhelming, but just a few minutes for ourselves each day can do wonders for our mental and physical health. Here are a few tips to get some ‘me time’ and take your self-care ritual to the next level.
THE POWER OF ‘ME TIME’
How carving out some time for yourself can improve your health and happiness
In our fast-paced world, it can be difficult to find time for ourselves. Constant demands from work, family and our social circle can be overwhelming, but just a few minutes for ourselves each day can do wonders for our mental and physical health.
Here are some of the benefits of “Me Time” -
Better focus and productivity - Taking a moment to relax and clear the mind helps improve focus and efficiency.
Relieves stress and anxiety - Self-care helps lower cortisol levels and improves overall mood.
Improved sleep - Destressing can help us fall asleep more easily, get a good night's sleep, and enhance energy levels, leading to a better quality of life.
Strengthen relationships - Fostering better relationships with others starts with having a good relationship with yourself. Learning self-love can help us be better parents, partners, friends and family members.
Sparks creativity - Being by yourself, without distractions helps the creative juices flow.
Benefits of ‘Me-Time’
How much time do we actually need to give ourselves?
Studies have proven that even 10 minutes daily can work magic for your well-being. If you can afford to give yourself more time, then why not? But, for all you busy bees out there, start by giving yourselves 10 minutes daily and see your life transform.
If you are struggling to find time for yourself, here are a few tips -
Schedule and pre-plan your “me time”.
Do something you enjoy and look forward to.
Set clear boundaries with your loved ones.
Cut down on screen time.
Make it a habit- e.g. mid-morning break, lunchtime or after work.
While we are on this, have you read our recent blog on self-care?
Kind Parents Raise Kind Children
Kind parents raise kind children, six tips on how to self regulate and raise a kind child.
While we must prepare our children for this competitive world and give them the best possible start in life, it is equally vital to raise them to be kind. As parents, we are responsible for moulding the next generation and how we do it defines the kind of world they create. Imagine having the opportunity to nurture and shape the lives of future presidents, prime ministers, lawmakers, doctors and other influential members of society. A person's kindness impacts their decisions, which in turn impacts the world. Raising kind children is a gift to your children as well as to society.
As parents, we are well aware of the complexities of parenting, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. However, here are six things we can do to help them grow up as kind individuals -
Children learn from what they see and not what they are told - Encourage empathy and kindness in your daily life and inspire your children to follow suit.
Promote Kindness and Respect - As parents are sure to make mistakes, we are human after all! Try to be kind at your weakest moments and respect your children enough to apologise where needed.
Practice empathy - Encourage your children to listen and validate others’ emotions while learning to respect and understand different perspectives.
Teach acceptance - We live in a diverse society and teaching our kids to accept each others’ differences can foster friendships and inclusivity.
Practice self-care as a parent - When your children see you treating yourself with kindness, they will most certainly learn to treat themselves with kindness as well. Only if you are kind to yourself, can you be kind to others around you.
Appreciate your children for their kindness - Don't forget to praise them when they do something right.
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Providing your children with a loving, safe environment will help them become stronger and kinder individuals. Many studies have shown that kindness is a valuable quality which helps your children succeed and live happier lives. Kind children lead to kinder classrooms kinder universities and kinder workspaces.
Be kind, Raise kind!
Be Kind Movement's initiatives to promote kindness among children through storytelling, educational resources, and creative workshops have significantly impacted many lives. For more information about our programmes, please visit our website.
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