What's your no 1 way to unwind after a busy work week/month/year?

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December 24,2021 at 9:20PM UTC

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What's your no 1 way to unwind after a busy work week/month/year?

I've found that rest is so important to setting my boundaries and being productive both outside and at work. But, sometimes the rest I get doesn't always recharge me.

How do you rest to make sure you're fully recharged?

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AnonymousDecember 26,2021 at 3:10PM UTC
I find a nice long walk in nature followed by a light but hearty meal and a good book then a nap does wonders. Long term, I try and stay active and cut way back on my commitments. Lots if selfcare rejuvenates my soul.
AngieDecember 26,2021 at 4:52PM UTC
I unwind every day after work by doing something I love to do...go outside and look at the stars, watch the yard critters, exercise, etc.
(redacted)December 26,2021 at 10:48PM UTC
I think understanding the cause of the exhaustion is paramount. If it’s physical, a nap, rest, a massage, lots of water. If it’s mental, something you LOVE doing that isn’t taxing…read a book, go for a walk, watch some trashy TV. If it’s emotional, feed your soul…eat yummy foods, take a luxurious bath, have a laugh or a cry.
Candy RenDecember 27,2021 at 8:25AM UTC
Go hiking is my top 1 way to unwind and recharge after a long-day work.
I have started to not bring wrok laptop home and switch my work e-mail box off for two months. It is a nice try to set boudry of work and life.
Clydene HorriganDecember 28,2021 at 2:12AM UTC
I do something creative like scrapbook or make greeting cards to send out.
AnonymousDecember 30,2021 at 3:18PM UTC
Love this!
Emily KeiperDecember 31,2021 at 2:53AM UTC
Massage and meditation is literally the only ways I’m able to unwind. Massages are pricey but seriously help me to finally just relax. Meditation is my key to being present and calming myself. I’d suggest the app “calm” if you’d like to try it!