Lately I feel like I am in continuously moving. In a way this feels really good- forward movement keeps ideas flowing and brings out great things. On the other hand, I feel a bit disconnected from myself. Like I am so caught up in the spokes of the wheel I can’t sit on top and enjoy the ride.

To get to that place of gracious enjoyment you need to stop and take breaks. In the morning, take time to stretch and breathe when you wake up. If you can walk to work (even if it is a 45 minute walk) do it! And without looking down at your BB the whole time. Clear your head and connect with the world around you. During the day take trips to the water cooler and use that time to distance yourself from what you are working on. At the end of the day put away all electronic devices and be with your own thoughts or read before bed. It is crucial that you wind down.

In this day and age it is far too easy to get caught up in the fast pace and connivence of always being plugged in and thinking about the next thing. I love that, but it has a place and so does stopping to smell the flowers and regain balance- life is too short to miss out on their sweet smell and your sanity.