The Power Of Taking 5

Let's face it - we're all busy and it seems like we get busier every day. Stress and strain are the leading causes of many diseases, and the more hustle and hassle we deal with the less life we end up really living. The good news is that making positive changes for our health and well-being can take as little as 5 minutes! Today, I'd like to share some simple 5 minute ways you can change your life by reducing stress, caring for your body, changing your perspective, and opening up possibilities.

Many of us sit at a desk for hours at a time, commute, eat on the run, and sleep shallowly. All of this adds up over time, and it can take a real toll on our bodies and minds. By taking breaks throughout the day in health and empowering ways, we can give good healing energy where it's needed most while enjoying more of our lives!

Here are some simple things you can do throughout the day to reduce stress, increase health, and put a smile on your face - all in 5 minutes or less!

• Do slow belly breathing for 3-5 minutes while thinking happy thoughts
• Get up and go for a walk down the hall, around the building, or around the block
• Stretch for 5 minutes
• Get up and go drink some water
• Say positive things to yourself while taking a brisk walk
• Smile
• Call a family member or friend and catch up while you take a slow walk
• Try to find items in each color of the rainbow without leaving where you are right now
• Listen to your favorite song and sing along
• Wash you hands, then give yourself a gentle face massage
• Give your eyes a rest by closing them and visualizing good things for 5 minutes
• Enjoy a piece of fresh fruit after taking time to appreciate the colors, texture and smell is has

See how easy it can be?

Add some of these simple things to your day every hour or two and you just might find that you have more energy, less stress, less soreness, more focus, and greater overall happiness!