Take 5 to Energize!

"Mini Break" Ideas to KeepYour Energy High

Have 5 Minutes?

·        Enjoy a glass of fresh, cold water with lemon

·        Do 5 Sets of 5 Jumping Jacks

·        Find humor in your situation, and laugh out loud!

·        Send a note of appreciation to someone you love

·        Breathe slowly and deeply 

·        Read your favorite magazine

·        Eat a high fiber snack (prunes anyone?)

·        Write down everything you're grateful for    

·        Jump rope for 5 minutes, taking short breaks

·        Close your eyes and picture your happy place       

·        Make a cup of soothing hot tea

·        Do gentle, relaxing stretches

·        Call or Email a friend

·        Tell someone you love them

·        Look at travel brochures and plan a getaway

·        Crank up your favorite tunes and sing loud

·        Make a date with a friend or loved one

·        Read your favorite book of positive quotes

·        Walk around the block or your office

·        Write in your journal

·        Lay down on a yoga mat

·        Paint your nails a fun new color

 Have a little longer?

·        Take a Nap

·        Light a candle and meditate

·        Tend your garden

·        Walk your dog

·        Take a Bubble Bath

·        Walk at the arboretum or park

·        Play silly games with your kids

·        Get lost in Barnes and Nobles

·        Listen to inspiring seminar or book on tape

·        Savor a cup of coffee at your favorite cafe'