Do you ever feel like screaming this out? There is even a medical reason to "Take Five". Constant stimulation from the outside world, and just all the noise around us can keep the body in a flight-or-fight mode. The stress hormones from the over abundance of external stimulation, can raise your blood pressure, heart rate and cause that annoying stiff neck, indigestion and anxiety. You will find a more cheerful self after practicing, "take five". I find it impossible to be creative without my quiet time. Almost every nook in the retreat here, cozy sitting areas, landscape ideas, were created in my mind and put in writing on a tablet, when on vacation. I would be so excited to get home and install another quaint area in nature here. You can become more in tune with your thoughts and daydreams when you are not using all your energy to juggle the demands and noise around us. Personally, I need nature to find peace, just watching the birds, lizards, deer wandering. For others, it might be just having your favorite cup of coffee, reading a book, taking a nap. If you think you don't have time for this, think again. You will be more productive and make better use of your time, when you take time to step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
I was inspired to share these thoughts, by a recent "Daily Inspiration" from Terry Minion about noise.
I personally invite you to leave your phone at home, come out to Thirty Six Oaks, find a hiding spot, and "take five or ten " or even twenty minutes now and then, to recharge and enjoy the quiet!!
Linda Tipton
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