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🌱 Shayna's Wellness Corner: Finding Your Daily Pause

Hello, wonderful friends! It’s Shayna from Shaynared.net, and I’m so excited to share a little thought on wellness with you today. In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to think of "wellness" as a big, complicated project—something that requires a juice cleanse, a month-long silent retreat, or a complete overhaul of your life. But honestly? It doesn't. True wellness is about the small, consistent acts of kindness you show yourself every single day.  It’s about carving out a moment to breathe, a moment to just be, even if it’s only for 60 seconds. I call this your "Daily Pause." Your mind is constantly running, planning, worrying, and executing. The Daily Pause is your reset button. It’s a chance to step off the hamster wheel and check in with your most important person: you.

3 Simple Ways to Take a Daily Pause

The 5-Breath Check-In: Close your eyes, place a hand on your belly, and just focus on five slow, deep breaths. Notice the air coming in and going out. That’s it.

1. Sip and Stare: When you make your morning coffee or tea, don't scroll through your phone. Stand by the window, sip your drink, and just watch the world outside for two minutes. Let your thoughts wander freely.

2. Stretch It Out: Before you sit down to work or right before bed, take 60 seconds to do one simple stretch—touch your toes, roll your neck, or reach for the sky. Just move your body mindfully.

Wellness isn't about perfection; it's about presence. Start small, be consistent, and watch how these little pauses transform your day.

Sending you all light and calm!

– Shayna@Shaynared.net

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