By Melissa Michaels | Leave A Comment
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Last week I had one of those weeks. A week when I just felt “off.” Everywhere I looked I saw reminders of things I needed to do. Everything felt URGENT. I felt disorganized, scattered, overwhelmed and uninspired. For a couple of days, my life didn’t feel very beautiful. It felt, well, blah.
So, I asked myself, how do I find balance and beauty around me in spite of how I feel? I think that is one of the real struggles in life.
How do you live the beautiful life you want when you are just not feeling inspired?
You give yourself a break.
Sometimes I just get bogged down in daily life and I need a break. When I feel overwhelmed and am not seeing the beauty around me, I need to leave my responsibilities behind and do something for myself. I go shopping, take a bath, have lunch with a friend, read a magazine or take a walk.
A break from the daily pressure does wonders for my emotions. It doesn’t take long and I suddenly can see life in color again. And, thankfully, I find joy even in my daily routines again! The responsibilities and pressures might not change, but I can manage them so much better (and see them as BLESSINGS) when I have taken time to recharge my energy. I need to factor ME in to my balanced week!
It seems counterproductive at the time, but the quality of my life actually improves when I slow down and take time off for myself.
Give yourself a break the next time you have one of those weeks!
article adapted from The Inspired Room.
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So true! I do notice that when I’m exhausted, I get irritated so easily and my family suffers because I get to be cranky. So I make it a priority to take care of myself so I could be at my best for the people I love… and get to enjoy the moment with them
I’m currently enjoying a ‘rejuvenation’ day for just this reason! January always gves me the blahs so today I’m doing housework followed by a pampering session!
http://www.mrstwiddle.wordpress.com
I had those exact emotions yesterday and quickly realized it that my patience with my children was gone. I went to my sanctuary aka my bedroom and gave myself a well deserved break. It helped me and the kids. Later when we were back together. It was smooth sailing again. I really hate when I feel so out of control but I am learning how to cope and restore the joy and much needed patience I’d lost.
Thanks for sharing!
KC @ Lil Momma’s Haven
I am in the midst of one of those times! I don’t know if it will last only a week, but thank you for the perspective. I will certainly try these suggestions!