14 Relaxing Quotes That Will Help Put You At Ease

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Sometimes, given the state of the world, we may experience feelings of fear, worry, or concern. Other times, it can be other things that affect our physical and emotional health as well. It can be difficult to try to manage them. These feelings are okay and normal. However, we must try to keep our minds at ease. Constant worry can cause us to get sick, depressed, or stressed. We have to relax because it is easy to let everything get to us. At times, we need inspiration.

Hopefully, these quotes can help with relaxation or inspire you to take a few hours, a da,y or two to relax, relate, release!

  1. To relax, I love sitting back and turning my brain off, and watching TV.- Aja Naomi King

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2. Put your thoughts to sleep, do not let them cast a shadow over the moon of your heart. Let go of thinking.– Rumi

 

 

3.  Ah! There is nothing like staying at home, for real comfort. – Jane Austen

 

4. Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow. They don’t toil, neither do they spin.– Matthew 6:28

 

 

 

 

5.  You just have to take a deep breath, relax and let the game come to you.- A.J.Green

 

 

 

 

 

 

6. I’ve learned over the years that if you start thinking about the race, it stresses you out a little bit. I just try to relax and think about video games, what I’m gonna do after the race, what I’m gonna do just to chill. Stuff like that to relax a little before the race.- Usain Bolt

 

 

 

7. Relax, refresh, and refocus.- Lailah Gifty Akita

 

8. Although it is important that we be productive citizens and put in time at work, maybe we need to respect the importance of leisure time and relaxation a little more.- Sage Wilcox, The 2-Hour Vacation

 

 

 

9. It’s a good idea to always do something relaxing prior to making an important decision in your life.- Paulo Coelho

 

 

 

 

10. I breathe in calmness; I breathe out stress.-  Anonymous

 

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11. Relax, Recharge, and Reflect. Sometimes it’s OK to do nothing. – Izey Victoria Odiase

 

 

12. Taking time out each day to relax and renew is essential to living well.- Judith Hanson Lasater

 

 

13. Today, I refuse to stress myself out about things I cannot control or change.- Mel Robbins

 

 

14. Don’t make things too complicated. Try to relax, enjoy every moment, get used to everything. – Angelique Kerber

 

 

 

 

Voila!

Don’t forget to take a few moments to inhale, exhale, and relax. Trust me, I know it’s easier said than done, but just try. It never hurts to try. If at first you don’t succeed, try again. It gets better with time 🙂

 

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Be optimistic and keep on moving, no matter what!
xxxx

Ohemaa

 

 

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15 Great Activities You Can Do To Improve Happiness

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With the hustle and bustle of the world, it can be hard to find time to find things to do. What kind of things? Well, things that bring us happiness and are fun! It doesn’t have to take too much of your time but it is important to engage in things that put a smile on our faces. Of course, the more we engage in such activities, the better our moods will be. Some of these can be done year round while you may prefer to do some of these during certain parts of the year. With that in mind, here are 15 great things you can do to improve your happiness!

 

 

  1. Working out: Whether you can work out twice a week for 30 minutes or three times a week for 15 minutes, it can reduce anxiety and boost self-confidence. It can be challenging when you are so comfy on the sofa or bed but I know that once you start moving, you’ll likely want to keep going. After some time, I feel happy and more energized!

 

 

 

     2. Deep breathing or mindfulness: Breathe in, breathe out. Turn on some soothing instrumental music or jazz and let your mind wander to a peaceful place. Try to let go or quiet any worries or thoughts of doubt or discouragement you may have. You should feel lighter and be able to breathe a little easier!

 

 

 

 

   3. Listening to music: Music can make you feel good. It can put you in a happy place and can even even boost productivity. If you can, listen to music before your work shift, school, or whenever you have the chance. You can even do this while dancing or going for a walk!

 

 

 

    4. Riding your bike: Riding your bike can improve your quality of life and sleep. Yes, sleep! It can also make you smarter. If you are concerned about your weight, cycling is an amazing way to begin or maintain an active lifestyle. Of course, please consult with your physician if you have any health concerns.

 

                                                   Blue Bird 

 

 

  5. Dancing: Get up on the floor and shake your groove thing! Dancing is fun and can help you get in touch with different emotions. You don’t have to spend too much time on it. If you only have 5 minutes to dance to your favorite song to get you in a better mood, go for it!

 

                     Luis Gallegos Alvarez 

 

 6. Volunteering: Knowing that you are making a change in a person’s life can make you happy. It may seem like it’s not much but devoting time and care to pack catheters or food for people who really need it, makes more of a difference than you will ever know. You also get to meet new people and feel a sense of purpose. Volunteer as much as you can [ once a month, once every two months, or whatever you can afford to commit ]

 

 

 

  7. Reading books: Read that book you have been meaning to read. Whether it’s at a Barnes and Noble, a local library, or sitting on the patio, spend a few moments and go into another world of imagination. Not to mention, it can also help you sleep better!

 

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  8. Going for a walk in the park: This can lead to relaxation as you are around trees and animals. The chirping of the birds and noticing the wind blowing against the trees can bring a great feeling. When I just stare at the trees or the clouds for a few moments, I feel an improvement in my mood.

 

 

 

 

 9.  Watching a funny movie: They say laughter is the best medicine. I can say that while I am watching a sitcom or a funny movie or clip and I laugh to the point of trying to catch my breath, my mind is focused on the funny line or scene. This makes me happy and I have no worries in the world!

 

                                        Andres Ayrton 

 

 

 

 10. Going to the beach: This activity can help in keeping you calm which is probably because of the sound of the waves. So go ahead. Take those shoes off and let your feet touch the sand and water!

 

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 11. Gardening: Growing your own fruits and vegetables can bring satisfaction and reduce stress levels. Take control of your health and well-being by starting your garden today!

 

 

 

 12. Cooking: It can be great because you get to try a dish you have wanted to or you are cooking your favorite dish. This can help with enhancing mindfulness.

 

 

 

13. Soaking in the tub:  Get in the bubble bath, close your eyes, and let your mind go to a sweet escape.

 

 

14. Crocheting: This is the one that I am jealous of because a lot of people have known how to do this since I was in 5th grade. They did it with such ease but also put a smile on their face. I really want to learn this activity so that I can also enjoy it with happiness!

 

 

                    Miriam Alonso 

 

 

15. Painting: This can be splatter paint or painting an actual image. Unleash your creativity!

 

 

 

 

There we have it! 15 chill and amazing activities that will bring you happiness and reduce stress. I prefer to switch it up but whenever I partake in any activities I feel happier and better. Well, I am still working on crocheting…over 20 years later! Which of these activities do you enjoy and which will you be trying? Let me know in the comments below!

 

Thanks for reading and have a great day!

 

XoXo

 

Ohemaa MaMokowa

 

 

 

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