Optimize Time at Home - Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation - Find Your Balance challenge - Day 5
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You only have so much time in the day. When you’re not working, it’s important to take advantage of the moments you have to recharge and enjoy your personal life.
To optimize your time at home, make intentional choices that prioritize your wellness and self-care. Use your time wisely. What could you do that would make you feel good? Do you have a project you would like to complete? Do you need to relax? Would a good workout rejuvenate you? Figure out what you need and dedicate some time specifically to that.
Consider these ideas:
Get inspired by other #healthynurses who prioritize time for hobbies and activities outside of work:
How do you optimize your time at home? Let us know here or reply on Twitter, in our private Facebook group or Instagram. Remember to tag us with #healthynurse!
Missed Day 4? Catch up here. Join us on day 6.
To optimize your time at home, make intentional choices that prioritize your wellness and self-care. Use your time wisely. What could you do that would make you feel good? Do you have a project you would like to complete? Do you need to relax? Would a good workout rejuvenate you? Figure out what you need and dedicate some time specifically to that.
Consider these ideas:
- Create a designated space at home for relaxation, free from work-related stressors. This could be a cozy corner with comfortable seating, calming decor, or personal items that bring you comfort. Make this space a haven for relaxation, helping you transition from work mode to personal time seamlessly.
- Make time for activities you enjoy, whether it's reading a book, practicing a hobby, or spending quality time with loved ones. These intentional activities contribute to your overall well-being and reinforce a healthy work-life balance.
- Avoid time-wasting activities (such as excessive social media use or mindless scrolling) by sticking to a time limit. Stay mindful of activities that don't contribute positively to your well-being and redirect your focus toward more fulfilling and purposeful ones.
- Prioritize quality sleep by establishing a consistent bedtime routine and ensuring your sleep environment is conducive to rest. Unplug from electronic devices at least an hour before bedtime to promote better sleep quality.
Get inspired by other #healthynurses who prioritize time for hobbies and activities outside of work:
- Ira Friddle, RN, BSN practices woodworking in his spare time.
- Katie Carroll, BSN, RN, CHC, CPT optimizes her time with meditation, nutrition, and exercise.
- Wanda Williams, PhD, RN, WHNP-BC, CNE loves to sew for stress-relief.
How do you optimize your time at home? Let us know here or reply on Twitter, in our private Facebook group or Instagram. Remember to tag us with #healthynurse!
Missed Day 4? Catch up here. Join us on day 6.
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