8 Paths to Peace

1. Reach out, when you feel overwhelmed, call a friend.

2.Eliminate “shoulds”, don’t overburden yourself with high expectations.  Say no and don’t feel guilty.

3.Try a self nurturing message instead of negative self talk.

4.Practice staying in the present..and when you start to rush ahead- stop…take a deep breath, look around, and center yourself.

5.Regard time as a gift.  Give yourself and others the gift of time together in the quiet, feeling the stillness,  listening to music or reading rather than running to another activity.

6. Have a silent night..go to bed early and catch some zzz’s.  Omit TV, radio, news, and relax.

7.Eliminate and delegate.  Simplify your activities. Ask yourself at years’ end, what memories would you like to recall.

8.Take a dose of laughter. A funny book or movie, a game with friends and family, tickling someone or giving them a big hug.