Did you ever notice when you turn on the TV, radio, read a magazine or listen to a podcast, the topic being discussed is how boosting your wellness routine will reduce your stress? But, what if your wellness routine is what is causing your stress?
Experts will tell you that there is a fine line between positive self-care and over reaching your wellness goals, causing the activation of the very anxiety based triggers you are seeking to quell. Some of the routines you may have adopted to make you feel better can often be another stressful thing in your already jam packed lifestyle. If this is the case, it is time for a change.
Some ways to determine if your wellness routine is a cause of stress are:
- Feeling overwhelmed – If your morning routine is cutting into your responsibilities, try to accommodate a different start time when your home is quieter and time can be spent focusing on yourself.
- Not feeling the benefit – If your wellness routine isn’t helping you achieve your goals, you may want to tweak it a bit and change the activity. If your spin class isn’t helping you, switch to yoga or a brisk walk.
- Routine rut – Like anything else, sometimes our wellness routine can get a bit boring. Add some fun to your existing routine by partnering up with friends. Adding a bit of laughter to your daily routine
- Your wellness routine has to be realistic. It has to become every facet of your day slowly working to transform you into the best version of yourself.
- Your wellness routine has to be realistic. It has to become every facet of your day slowly working to transform you into the best version of yourself.
Your wellness routine has to be realistic. It has to become part of every facet of your day, slowly working to transform you into the best version of yourself. Be honest with yourself and simplify your routine so that you can reset your priorities and avoid burnout.
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