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55 gentle ways to take care of yourself when you’re busy busy busy

55 gentle ways to take care of yourself when you’re busy busy busy
Image source We all have times in our lives when we just have too much stuff going on. There are always deadlines, exams, due dates and just too many priorities to juggle. And when everything is going wrong, the world is screaming for your attention and you just don’t have time – the last thing you need to hear is to “just take a day off”. Here are 55 gentle ways to take care of yourself when you’re pressed for time and energy. Enjoy! Say no to anything that is not important to you Laundry, phone calls with your mom, demanding girlfriends – this is not the time to be nice and “responsible”. Ask for help There’s nothing wrong with asking for help, and you’ll quickly learn that most people around you actually love to be asked! Get enough sleep An oldie, but a goodie. Drink tea Coffee will only get you that far, before it sends you down into tiredness again. Listen to your favourite music Calm music will help you calm down and upbeat music will help you up your game. Eat healthy and green food

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