(photo: on our way to Mr.Chow’s in Miami with Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian)
Between planning for the Market America Convention (only
three weeks away!), and overseeing Motives, Loren Jewels and Cellular
Laboratories my days get can a little, well, hectic. Oh, and let’s not forget
being a mother and a wife, which can be a full-time job in itself! And although
it’s easy to get wrapped up in the day-to-day stuff, I constantly try to remind
myself that I am in control of my life, and not the other way around. More
often than not, I have to tell myself: “Hey life, wait a moment. I need a
break.”
(photo: relaxing on Utopia III with the beautiful Alicia Keys and her brother Cole)
After I decide to take a moment for myself, I do tend to
feel guilty. I think that if I take a break I could be letting someone down: my
daughter, my husband or my friends. What if when I’m taking a break someone
needs me? But then, I quickly remember that it is in everyone’s benefit that I
take that much needed “me time.” If I continue to ignore my need to take a
break, I’ll become exhausted and frustrated, which will lead me to perform
poorly. And who wants that? The only way I can be the best mom, the best wife,
the best friend, the best boss is by being the best me. And this “me” could use a little rest and relaxation from time
to time!
I must admit, my “me time” doesn’t necessarily mean “alone
time.” I truly enjoy being around people, so when I do teak a break, I usually
take someone along with me. And we usually go for walks, go shopping, have dinners with friends & family, get a
massage or hang out on our boat Utopia III. Ah, I feel relaxed just thinking about it!
So what are your favorite “me time” activities? let me know @lorenridinger or leave me a comment!
~Love Loren
