Healthy Habits for Less Stress, More Ease, and More Joy

You have the power to create a flexible schedule on your terms. Using your freedom to decide and schedule what your day looks like gives you more time to do things that bring joy and enrichment. Decide to spend time on yourself or use the time to foster deeper relationships with your friends and family. It’s up to you.

Maybe you are in a position right now where you want to make a change and are unsure of how to start. Or you may be negatively impacted by circumstances that are out of your control.

People often choose tasks that others expect of them and ones they feel obligated to do. Initially, this approach may seem a good idea, but choosing the needs of others before your own can bring you to a point of feeling overwhelmed.

Whatever your situation, you can minimize stress. Be gentle with yourself by keeping things simple and doing what makes you happy and feels good. Instill the belief that you are capable of overcoming any obstacles. Decide your happiness and well-being are top priorities.

This shift in thinking may cause unexpected disruptions, which may lead to discouragement. Don’t allow these feelings to slow you down. Keep moving forward toward your goals and dreams. Expecting a few negatives through this journey will enable you to make the necessary adjustments for maintaining your mental and physical well-being.

Do you get frustrated or resentful because you are not taking care of yourself? Remember that your well-being is still a high priority when disruptions happen, and life appears to be out of your control. Whether it’s your child, pets, the phone, or something else – YOU have an ultimate say in how you respond.

“Opportunities don’t happen. You create them.” Chris Grosser

With consistent daily habits, focus, and discipline, you can start creating what you want in your life. Spend time reflecting, so you can make new decisions.

Are you working long hours? Do you have trouble saying no? You can make changes by adding boundaries with those around you and creating a plan for your future, actively visualizing how you want things.

Decide to make peace with the things you cannot change. You can control your responses, but not the responses from others around you.

Healthy change requires you to manage stress. Learn to become diligent in creating the environment that supports your success. How you handle stress impacts your quality of life and future happiness. Start changing a few of your habits and your response to others, and you will find that you enjoy each day more.

Tips For Adding More Ease and Flow in Your Day, So You Create the Life You Want.

1. Practice daily gratitude. Giving thanks increases your happiness and opens up the possibilities of abundance, love, and joy in your life. A daily dose of gratitude can create significant shifts in your life. I know it does for me, and with commitment, it’s possible for you too.
2. Visualize what you want. Think about what makes you smile and feel good. Don’t worry about how you are going to make it happen. Include details that are meaningful to you. For example, you could visualize a dream house, a vacation with your friends and family, or seeing yourself playing your favorite instrument.
3. Create a dedicated space that is free of distractions. Make your time count, and you will achieve what you set out to do. Find a comfortable chair with support for your lower back and good lighting so you don’t strain your eyes. Minimize interruptions as much as you can, even if you have to close your door and put up a sign saying, please don’t disturb unless necessary.
4. Schedule a 30-60 minute break each day. Take a break to get up and stretch your legs, grab a cup of coffee, eat a healthy snack, or take a lunch break. Move your body or go for a walk. Exercise relieves stress.
5. Stop doing what’s not working. Look at how you can simplify what you are doing, and then take action.
6. Get up a half-hour early. Use that time to do a healthy routine that you enjoy. Some ideas are reading, exercising, journaling, or meditating.
7. Take time each day for relaxation to boost your spirit or mood. Meditation allows you to sit quietly and reap the healthy benefits of deep breathing. Do this by first closing your eyes. “Count down slowly from 10 to zero. Then take three deep breaths holding each one to a count of 6, and release.

Achieving what you want is possible. Create a simple, energizing routine that you can follow each day. Change your mindset, habits, and behavior to get the results you want. You have the power to create change for your success and improve your well-being. Make a decision today to do what makes you happy with more ease and flow.

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Bonnie S. Gortler

Bonnie Gortler, a Consultant, Coach, and Author, is a Wealth & Well-Being expert with over 35 years of experience in managing multi-million-dollar client portfolios at a top-rated investment firm. As the author of Journey to Wealth, Bonnie is dedicated to teaching the importance of risk management and achieving true financial well-being by integrating both the technical and mental aspects of investing. With an M.B.A. and certification as a life coach, Bonnie combines her passion for coaching, consulting, and blogging to inspire people globally. Her powerful techniques and winning mindset help others experience personal growth and financial success. Explore wealth-building tips, personal development strategies, and more at BonnieGortler.com, and discover how you can enhance your wealth and well-being.  


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