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Like many families, our schedules are busy and often unpredictable. I personally love the excitement of last minute trips or projects, but admittedly it takes my husband’s objective perspective to remind me when
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we need a bit of downtime. One of my New Year’s resolutions for 2014 was to be “in the moment” with my family…to spend quality, uninterrupted face time with my kids…to have date nights with my husband…to enjoy a cup of tea with my mom or a good friend. I was incredibly successful in the first few months of the year, but as we approach the busy Summer months, I find myself slipping back into the busyness of schedules with little breathing room. Perhaps that is one of the reasons why Glade®‘s Liven Your Everyday campaign resonates so deeply with me.
Like many of the women I come in contact with, I struggle with work-life balance. I like to be busy, but I also really love those quiet moments with my family…those meaningful, in-depth conversations with a close friend. I love Emily Dickinson’s simple but profound quote about making the most of life’s moments:
Forever is composed of nows -Emily Dickinson
Last Fall, Glade® gleaned insight into the powerful connection between scent and emotion. More than 81% of those surveyed identified the positive benefits of incorporating scent into their daily routines. To help families embrace each day, Glade® launched a series of invigorating new Premium Room Sprays®. These six new fragrances were inspired by vibrancy and liveliness to lift a person’s mood and brighten their day. Whether you’re looking to relax with lavender, eucalyptus, and jasmine, or feel revitalized by the fruity scents of summer, Glade®‘s new Premium Room Sprays® can help you liven your everyday!
To inspire you to enjoy each precious moment, I am sharing my best tips to liven the everyday and boost mood:
1. Schedule regular, one-on-one time with your spouse, your child, and a good friend: Admittedly, if I don’t put this time on the calendar, it gets neglected. I’ve made it a priority to schedule coffee with a friend, afternoon tea with my daughter, and date nights with my husband and I commit to keep that date without exception.
2. When you’re feeling stressed, take a few minutes to pause, recollect your thoughts, and breathe: It’s amazing how a few controlled, deep breaths can help calm my spirit and re-set my mind for what I’m about to encounter. Whether it’s an interview with talent for an upcoming film or simply an over-scheduled day filled with my childrens’ activities, taking just a few minutes to pay attention to my breathing and posture can help relieve tension and anxiety.
3. Schedule regular time to take care of you: If I could give other moms one piece of advice, it would be to take care of you. I love the analogy of the speech we’re given every time we board an airplane. You have to put on your own oxygen mask first, in order to be of any assistance to someone else who may be struggling. I know that when I’m feeling stressed and overwhelmed, I am not the best for my kids. Whether it is an hour or two to have a meal by myself, or an evening bath after the kids are asleep, taking that time to take care of myself does wonders for my mood and gives me the energy I need to be the best mom I can be.
4. Don’t neglect the importance of regular exercise, sufficient sleep, and a healthy diet: The physical and emotional effects of stress are well-documented and are only compounded by sleep deprivation, inactivity, and a lack of attention to diet. By simply taking care of your body, you’re better apt to handle everyday stresses.
5. Make time to disconnect: This is a recommendation I am constantly striving towards. Our family has implemented a no-technology rule at the dinner table and I’ve worked hard to shut down before my husband and the kids get home so that I can spend quality time with them. The constant feeling of being “on” can contribute to stress, so strive to disconnect to make the most of every moment with your family.
Twitter Party Alert!
In honor of the launch of Glade®’s new Premium Room Sprays®, I’ll be co-hosting a Twitter Party with Latina Bloggers Connect. We’ll be sharing your best tips to liven your everyday. Here are the details:
When: Tuesday, May 20th, 2014 at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT
Where: On Twitter! Be sure to follow @littleinspiration, @rockinmama, @craftychica, @LAFlowers, @LBCconnect and @mamaxxi and tweet with the hashtag #EscapeWithGlade
Be sure to RSVP for the #EscapeWithGlade Twitter Party HERE
Prizes:
1st Prize: Glade Prize Package plus $50 Visa Gift Card
2nd Prize: Glade Prize Package plus $100 Visa Gift Card
3rd Prize: Glade Prize Package plus $150 Visa Gift Card
4th Prize: Glade Prize Package plus $200 Visa Gift Card
Be sure to enter the pre-party giveaway which includes 4 $25 gift cards!
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I can’t wait to share your best tips on making the most of every single moment!
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