Leave a little space for yourself this weekend

Published 2 months ago • 1 min read

A reminder to stop and notice nature around you…clouds, flowers, birds…

Weekends can get… busy. Especially holiday weekends (it's Memorial Day next weekend here in the US). Errands to run. Cookouts to show up for. Things to check off the list.

But somewhere in all that doing, don’t forget about you.

Make a little space to breathe. To pause. To just be.
Whatever that looks like for you.

Here are a few of my favorite ways to slow down, even just for a moment:

• Stop and watch the clouds drift by

• Take a walk — no music or podcasts, just noticing what's around you

• Open that book you’ve been meaning to read for ages

• Sip your morning coffee or tea slowly, like it’s the best part of your day

That’s it. Nothing fancy.

Just a few moments that are yours…for no one else but you.

Because honestly… what’s the point of a weekend if you end it feeling more drained than when it started?

Give yourself permission to rest without needing to earn it.

If you want a little help making rest and unplugging a regular thing, I’d love to connect. Reply to this email or book a free connection call and let’s explore how to make space for you to actually breathe again.

Just remember that you're allowed to slow down and take time for you.

Sending love and slow down vibes,

Chris

🌿 Unplugged Moments

Quick grounding practices to help you slow down and reconnect.

This Week's Practice: Sip and Savor

Pour your favorite drink - coffee, tea, water, etc...

Before the first sip, pause.

Feel the warmth or coolness in your hands.

Take one slow breath. Notice the smell.

Then take that first sip…slowly, like it matters.

Because it does. And so do you.

Sundays Unplugged is your weekly reminder to slow down and create space for you. Remember, while your work, your people, and your life matters… so do you.

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