Day 13, Thursday March 26: Find Your Zone
I’m generally not prone to anxiety, but this past week has thrown us all for a loop, yes? This is my second week at home, and I’ve found it to be tougher than the first week when everything felt brand-new. I’ve therefore been looking for things that put me “in the zone,” where I can be lost in an activity, and my mind calms. My prime go-to for this is tennis, but that hasn’t been an option. Here are some I’ve discovered this week that have been effective for me. My mind stays focused and the anxiety disappears. What’s on your list?
- Easy floor stretch routine – I have some stretches I’ve been incorporating into a routine – nothing fancy.
- Baking
- Jigsaw puzzle – this came as a surprise, as I’ve always hated puzzles. This week, though, I completed one and found it to be very “zone” inducing.
- Writing – thank you blog!
- This last I hate to even admit – Vacuuming! This has never been a favorite household chore of mine and I frequently ask the hubby to do the vacuuming. But this week, I’ve discovered its calming effects, even for just a few moments of serenity.
- Practicing my music — this ones tricky as it takes some work to find the zone. Sometimes works…
Identify what puts you “in the zone” and be sure to incorporate them into your routine. It will help get you through the tough times we’re in.
