Q is for Quality Time

The importance of quality time can't be underestimated. If you want to thrive, you need to spend time on yourself.  'Me time' is healthy, and even if you can only snatch half an hour a day, there are things you can do which will make you feel energised.

My list of Small Pleasures

Listen to music actively - I mean really listen, and enjoy every note.

Relax with a good book - Curl up, and imagine yourself somewhere else.

Go out for a walk - Brisk, and you'll feel energised. Dawdle, and you'll find your mind opening up, thoughts drifting to the surface solving problems.

Yoga - Makes you happy, and improves your posture. When you practice yoga, you breathe deeply, learn to focus and stretch away your cares.

See a movie - Lose yourself in the story.

Writing Magazine - Catch up with the latest news, views and author interviews.

Cake! - My guilty pleasure.

Get a massage - Never underestimate the power of touch. A good therapist will do all she can to make you feel totally relaxed.


Whatever I do, I make sure its time well spent. What do you do to chill out?