Do you want to get off the treadmill of the never ending to dos? Do you always look at the clock and your planner to ensure you haven’t missed anything? Do you feel that you are getting off track and are not good enough? It is vital especially in today’s fast paced days that you as women with ADHD get enough time for yourself.
I don’t serve “Me Time”.. Do I?
We all have crazy lives with work, household jobs, children and hobbies taking over your time and mind most days, but without setting time for you, you will burn out far to fast and then you will not be use to anyone – what is the real point of that.
From my own personal experience, I know how dangerous it can be not to balance your time. It is not a good place to be and trying to take on to much can really take its toll.
Why You Should Prioritize “Me Time”?
I always try to make time for me every week – sound selfish? Not really – my significant other is the first notice that I am not functioning well and not happy, then he and the house suffers as a direct result. You owe it to yourself to make some time for you, as it genuinely can make all those around you happier as a result.
Ideas for “Me Time”
Here are some ideas that you can make time for yourself, and remember it doesn’t matter how small that time is, as long as you make an effort to do it.
- Go for a walk – get out of the house if there’s lots going on, and distance yourself for a few minutes – the exercise will also be great for you and you will feel rejuvenate
- Take a bath – lock the door so you have no interruptions
- Read a book or magazine
- Take the afternoon off and go see a movie
- Get up 20 minutes earlier or go to bed 20 minutes earlier and do something that is just about you! Reading, fitness, learning a new skill etc…
- Book in me time into your diary as you would any other appointment – and don’t let yourself down by missing it. If you have children, why not give grandparents special time with them alone for a few hours one weekend, don’t wait for a special event that you specifically need them to babysit for, just do it!
- Take some time to breathe, and perhaps meditate
- Record your television show and make sure you spend time watching without interruptions
- Why not look at your life plan (whether its a 5 year plan or a different time span) – see what you can start to really make headway towards by spending some quality time on it each week – this may be perfect for your me time (i personally like to DO things with me time, and feel more refreshed after doing such things – maybe you’re the same?
- Go shopping for a new outfit – or just window shopping – spending time working out what suits you and what looks fantastic will do you the world of good!
- If you work from home, think about having some me time during the day rather than waiting for the evening – its more likely to be done then, and you will feel refreshed afterwards – what about a trip to a coffee shop, lunch out, a run, a swim…
- If you have the cash, what about a spa break? If you don’t have spare money why not create a spa at home!
- Look at a gym class that you would love to do and SIGN UP – work out with your partner any childcare and stick to the appointment as you would anything else. You will feel refreshed and get fit at the same time! (and there’s always the coffee shop and a magazine for half an hour afterwards!)
Don’t wait until you have burned out to treat yourself to “me time” . You will need to add it into your schedule – no matter how small it maybe, this will make a big difference to the way you see the world and how you will interact with family, friends and co-workers. So get going and schedule your “me time”.