Recharge in Minutes: 5 Self-Care Tools for Busy Women

1. The Power of a Pause: Mindful Breathing (5 minutes)

• • Further Reading: UCLA Health - Mindful Awareness Research Center: Offers guided meditations and resources on mindfulness and breathing techniques. (https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/mindful-meditations)
  • Harvard Health Publishing - Breathing exercises for stress: Explores the science behind how breathing can calm your nervous system. (https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/breathing-exercises-for-stress)

2. Hydration Hero: Fuel Your Body (2 minutes)

• • Further Reading: Mayo Clinic - Water: How much should you drink every day?: Provides guidelines on daily water intake and the benefits of hydration. (https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256)

3. Move Your Body: Micro-Movements (5-10 minutes)

• • Further Reading: American Heart Association - The Benefits of Physical Activity: Highlights the numerous benefits of exercise, even in small doses. (https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/fitness/fitness-basics/why-is-physical-activity-so-important)

4. Sensory Delight: Engage Your Senses (2 minutes)

• • Further Reading: Psychology Today - The Power of Sensory Experience: Explores how our senses impact our emotions and well-being. (https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/the-guest-room/201908/the-power-sensory-experience)

5. Digital Detox: Unplug and Recharge (5-10 minutes)

• • Further Reading: Center for Humane Technology: Offers resources and insights on the impact of technology on our well-being. (https://humanetech.com/)

Which of these tools will you try today?