This summer has been a nice break from the stress of school. However, during this break I have had a great fear that I am not doing enough. Am I having enough fun? Am doing enough to prepare for the next school year? I keep telling myself, "It's summer! Enough!," but I could not help my feeling.

This past week was not necessarily stressful for me, but I did have a lot on my mind. I decided to get a facial on Friday, not to relax but because I thought my skin really needed the help. So Friday morning I woke up and went over to have my facial. I was so tense waiting for my esthetician so I can talk to her about skincare. However, once she turned the lights off and we began the session, my agitation melted away. I was still worried about my skin, but I simply felt at peace laying there with nothing to do. It really made me think. Why am I always stressed out? Why don't I take time to relax?

It took me a while to form an answer, but I realized I am always busy. Even when I shower, eat, and before I sleep I am thinking about all the stuff I need to get done. By taking just one hour to do something for myself I realized how much I had neglected myself, and I did not like that.

Relaxation is the art of letting go - Dan Brule

So I took some time for myself throughout the day. Time to slow down. I took a long walk around my neighborhood. I got myself some treats, and went to bed early. I also took time to tell myself a few things throughout the day. I told myself that I am not a machine and my body and mind need a break.

These are some things I need to work on myself and there is no time like now to start. Although there is a lot of things I need to get done this summer, I am going to take my time to enjoy this time off and take life one step at a time.