The Importance of Downtime

My favourite way to enjoy downtime is spending time by the water. What is yours?

Sometimes, life can feel a little rushed. We are always go-go-going; thinking about what to do next, instead of enjoying the present moment.

A month ago I was working twenty hours a week and I am now working over forty. To say it's been overwhelming would be an understatement. However, even though I have less free time, I have been more productive during my time off.

It feels great being so busy, but it's also taken a toll on my energy and emotions. Something had to give. It was time for some serious downtime! 

Absolute Relaxation

Google describes downtime as 'out of action or unavailable for use'.

I had been doing it all wrong! Downtime is to be enjoyed by relaxing and doing the things you love, not completing checklists.

Yes, chores need to be completed, however, it's also important to take time to do nothing. To simply observe your surroundings. To enjoy time in nature. To spend time on your hobbies. To hang out with friends and family. To feel absolutely relaxed.

Downtime in Yoga

A great example of downtime in yoga is taking child's pose during practice. Resting during practice allows you to reconnect with the breath and tune in with your body & emotions - leaving you feeling refreshed + refocused to continue your practice safely and mindfully.

Pause + Enjoy

Give yourself some downtime and allow yourself to slow down. Doing so will provide you with a life of less stress and more bliss. You will gain a greater appreciation for the smaller things and will be more present throughout your day.

Time to put down the to-do list and enjoy some absolute relaxation. :)

TTFN!

xx