My Journey to Self-Care and Energy Recharge

My Joyful To-Do List

A while back, I yearned for activities that would bring me pure bliss. Unable to dive into my usual reading and learning routine, I switched gears. Here's a peek into my exciting to-do list:

• Subscribed to swimming pool lessons;
• Learned roller-skating;
• Explored art lessons with a group outside the house;
• I tried my hand at photography;
• Visited new places to soak in their beauty;
• Embraced the serenity of yoga;
• Mastered the art of making chocolate;
• Baked bread from scratch using sourdough;
• Crafted a postbox for the Universe and sent posts with my desires;
• Compiled a list of 100 dreams;
• Experimented with new recipes in the kitchen;

This list was just a taste of the adventures I embarked on. Stay tuned for more stories about what worked for me and where I stumbled, creating even more challenges for myself.

Discovering the Essence: Energy Refill Emergency List

In my pursuit of joy, I realized that some seemingly energizing activities lost their magic when I was plagued by negative emotions or empty energy. To combat this, I curated an emergency list – a go-to guide for when stress, despair, or fatigue sets in.

Refill Energy in 5 mins:

• Pet  cats/pets and play with them;
• Spend time with small children, making sure they're laughing;
• Indulge in hot chocolate;
• Review a picture from a happy past;
• Write down a dream and send an email to the Universe;
• Engage in quick daydreaming: make a list of dreams within 5 minutes;
• Kiss and hug hubby;
• Listen to my favorite song;

Refill Energy in 30 mins:

• Take a refreshing shower with a new gel;
• Go for a brisk walk;
• Declutter by finding and tossing away 27 unnecessary items;
• Create a wishlist on my favorite webshop;

Refill Energy in 3 hours or more:

• Treat myself to a visit to a new or favorite restaurant;
• Attend a workshop (I once learned how to make sushi!);
• Explore a new place or take a city tour;
• Enjoy plein air painting;
• Embark on a short travel adventure to another country;
• Meet a friend for a game of American pool;
• Unwind with a relaxing massage;
• The Power of Personalized Self-Care: How It Works for Me;

So, how does this all work? When faced with destructive emotions, stress, or sheer exhaustion, I consult my emergency list. Do I have just 5 minutes, 30 minutes, or a luxury of 3 hours or more? Depending on the time available, I pick an activity and let the magic unfold. For you, it might be a unique list with special activities, but having a few go-to options, whether at the office or outside, can make all the difference.

Join me in pursuing joy, and let's craft our happiness lists. Remember, it's not just about the activities; it's about finding what sparks joy in your unique journey. Stay tuned for more tales from my joyous playbook!