113: Balancing Deadlines and Relaxation - A Habit Approach for August

Here we are, chugging along in the month of August, and the end of summer is on the horizon!👀This time of year, many of us might find ourselves staring down the deadline😳 of some project or commitment that we made two months ago when the summer was shiny and new and we had all the time in the world.😎And now you’re wondering: What the heck did I get myself into?😧Today, on Episode #113 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we are talking about three steps to tackle these deadlines and still balance⚖️ our remaining summer days with some relaxation and “chill time.”What’s something on your to-do ist for the upcoming months that might be weighing on your mind?🤔👍A work project👍A family reunion you agreed to organize👍A race you wanted to participate in👍A volunteer project you committed toEven though you are undoubtedly feeling the push to get started or get organized, you still crave some relaxation time🤗 before the new season starts.That’s where this 3-step method comes in:Step 1. Hold yourself accountable by remembering your “why”.Reflect💭 on the fact that there is a reason you committed to this.Maybe you have been training for a 5k👟 because it has been a dream of yours to finish one.Or you decided to plan that family reunion👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 because you miss the huge family gatherings and no one else puts them together anymore.No matter the task, there is a reason you felt compelled to agree to it. Remember that!😃Step 2. Couple the hard stuff with rest and relaxation.Change your schedule🗓️ or adjust your days to make it easier to reach your goals.Take a break😴 for 30 minutes for every hour of work, or even take a whole weekend off after a week of focus.Step 3. Remember to celebrate.Accomplishing something that is challenging for you deserves a pat on the back!🥳So, whatever your goal or task, think of something to reward yourself with when it’s checked off the list.And, in the meantime, relax and enjoy where you are at this moment.🫶Lorrie xoxoxLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond Loving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond