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I choose to write a post about this topic because it is such an important part to our success…
…whether it be in life or business.
This is a short post with a strong message, and I’m blessed to be writing this from beautiful, sunny Aruba.
As I was lying in a lounge chair staring at the incredible ocean, I got lost in my thoughts. I started to reflect on things that are going on in my life and I want to suggest you do the same.
I’m not saying to fly to Aruba, what I am saying is take some time when you need to and go find a place where you can be alone, relax and let your mind be free.
Maybe go sit by the beach or a lake…
…or something as simple as going to the park and listening to the birds talking can do incredible things for the soul.
As you move forward, lifes challenges can be so draining, and part of being successful means knowing when to step back, take a break and…
…re-charge your mind, body, and soul.
Certain things that weren’t clear before, will suddenly become crystal clear. If you are struggling at a crossroad in your life, learning to quiet your mind and really listen to what it is telling you…
… you will find an answer.
We all make sure that we re-charge our cell phones, our ipads, our computers, or what ever it is that keeps us connected, don’t we?
Why not our minds?
How far would you get if you didn’t take time to put gas in your car or have it serviced from time to time?
Well, the same is true for our minds!
Find peace within yourself and learn that it’s OK to take a break once in a while.
Now don’t take this as advice to run away from your problems, it’s quite the contrary.
Learning to take some time for yourself will make you better equipped at handling all that life throws at you.
You will come back with more clarity, and more energy than you had before ready to take on life.
I would love to hear about how you recharge so leave me a comment below.
Also…
…be sure to help me share this message!
To ReCharging our Mind, Body and Soul!
May 6th, 2011 at 4:09 pm
Great message. It is so vital for your health, energy and focus to take time out to recharge. I every night make sure that i spend 20 minutes meditating. Without this simple process i wouldn’t achieve half of what I do
Larry Lewis´s last [type] ..The Clock is Ticking – Do Not Squander Your Time Any Longer
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
May 15th, 2011 at 10:54 pm
Hi Larry,
You are so right, recharging IS so vital for our health in so many ways. Something so simple (yet seems so hard to do) as carving out a few minutes a day can make a world of difference. I too, practice meditating. I’m hoping to help as many people as I can, find inner peace and recharge their mind, body and soul, as I am currently pursuing my certification in becoming a yoga instructor.
Regards,
Sharon
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July 12th, 2010 at 12:25 am
Great Post Sharon, It is so easy as an entrepreneur to forget about caring for ourselves and work, work, work. Our minds need the relaxation and opportunity to just let our thoughts flow. Meditation is daily practice for me to re-charge my batteries. Maybe I will work on meditating that I am in Aruba!
.-= Wendy MacKay´s last blog ..Law of Attraction – Working For You =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 12th, 2010 at 1:28 pm
So true Wendy how often we forget about ourselves. Meditation is great practice for re-charging. I posted that picture of Aruba so people can get lost in it…enjoy and thanks for sharing
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July 11th, 2010 at 6:16 pm
Hi Sharon,
I always make to to recharge my mind body and soul by going to the gym, studying personal development and taking time out at the beach or harbour.
Aruba looks nice.
Chris
.-= Christopher Reid´s last blog ..Help Me Find Chris Barber =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 12th, 2010 at 1:25 pm
They gym is one of my biggest re-chargers too! Thanks for sharing Christopher
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July 10th, 2010 at 8:20 pm
Absolutely spot on, Sharon!
I always remember a running coach I once had advising that it’s precisely when you “don’t have time” to exercise, that you need to exercise most of all.
Same here. Too busy to work on yourself? Then that’s got to become your top priority. Good stuff, Sharon.
.-= David Merrill´s last blog ..Blogging Alliances – Building The Bonds of Tribal Community =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 12th, 2010 at 1:21 pm
Presicesly David! What good are we to anyone, let alone ourselves, if we are running on empty!
Sharon
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July 10th, 2010 at 9:43 am
Thank you for sharing Sharon.
Meditation, deep breathing and visualization are the practices that make me feel better. They always work, no exception.
Walking near the river and basking on the beach are among the other practice that I use to relax.
Gratefully,
Francesco
.-= Francesco´s last blog ..Make it happen or let it happen The Power of the Undivided Attention =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 12th, 2010 at 1:22 pm
Those are some great ways to re-charge Francesco! Thanks for sharing
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July 9th, 2010 at 8:54 pm
Sharon,
Definitely a great idea to recharge and regroup ourselves. I find when my mind gets cluttered and muddy, getting outside does wonders. The open spaces allow me to release the energies to the elements and find balance in the thoughts I hold close.
I’ve done this ever since I was a kid. Nature draws me to come and be in the moment, letting everything else go.
Perfect timing,
Val
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July 8th, 2010 at 9:34 pm
Thanks Sharon,
This is a hard lesson for me, I usually don’t stop until I HAVE to because my energy is so limited due to Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue. I feel like I’m always behind everyone else, but this is very wise advice & I need to remember it
Blessings,
Karla Setchel
http://www.KarlaSetchel.com
.-= Karla Setchel´s last blog ..Reducing Pain and Inflammation with Natural Antioxidants =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 9th, 2010 at 8:50 pm
I sympathize with you…manageing your business and illness has got to be tough. Maybe try taking a break when you are feeling good and reflecting on everything. Then you will be able to focus on things other than not feeling well. And maybe it will give you alittle more energy to push through?
Regards,
Sharon
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July 8th, 2010 at 9:31 pm
Perfect “charging” Sharon!
Nothing like places connected to nature to re discover ourselves…
As you say, to take the time to reconnect ourselves to the important principles that move us, is like “feeding” the engine of our intentions.
Thanks a lot for your insights!
.-= Omar Estrada´s last blog ..Trafico Generico vs Trafico Calificado =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 9th, 2010 at 8:52 pm
Yes Omar,
We must constantly keep feeding our engines…otherwise we will ‘burn’ out. As important as it is for us to take ‘action’, its just as important to take a break.
Sharon
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July 8th, 2010 at 7:47 pm
Hi Sharon,
Step back and relax is a must from time to time, specially if you are really busy. Our mind and body need to drain all the toxins, so unplug as Donna says is the better option
I’m glad you are back.
Cheers
Raisa
.-= Raisa Garrido´s last blog ..Google Caffeine- Seo y Marketing en Internet =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 9th, 2010 at 8:54 pm
Hi Raisa,
Taking time to drain the toxins from our minds and body is so important…and unplugging from the outside world is so good for our health.
Glad to be back
Sharon
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July 8th, 2010 at 7:08 pm
Hola Sharon!
I agree with you! Once in a while we need to take a breath and recharge our energy! It’s also a time to think about our lives, our business, our stuff in general… and it’s really helpful to get more focused in order to reach our goals!
Nice to have you back!
Saludos,
Marco
.-= Marco Amaro´s last blog ..Cómo Ganar Dinero Con Google AdSense =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 9th, 2010 at 8:56 pm
Thanks Marco!
Absolutely, taking a break from time to time will definately help us get more focused for whatever it is that we want to accomplish in life.
Sharon
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July 8th, 2010 at 5:39 pm
Hi Sharon!
The good that you had a good time in Aruba
That good that experienced renewed energy and air exchange both claim the body.
Like eating or sleeping, rest is an essential biological need and mental after long hours of work. The body needs to disconnect from the routine and take a joke it is not advisable to postpone or change economic incentives.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful photo ..
Regards
Magali
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 9th, 2010 at 8:59 pm
Thanks Magali,
Rest is definately an essential mental and physical need. Alot of people don’t take a moment to stop and that eventually leads to burnout or possible health issues.
Glad you enjoyed the photo…what an amazing place!
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July 8th, 2010 at 12:21 pm
Sharon, I’m happy that you’re back. I hope you had a great time in Aruba! How fun that must have been! I wholeheartedly agree with your statements here. Taking time to recharge will do someone more good than almost anything else they can do. I know it helps me. Thanks for sharing. When are the pictures going to be available? :O)
Sincerely,
David Haines
(215) 268-6696 Anytime!
.-= David A Haines´s last blog ..You Don’t Have to Get it Right… =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 9th, 2010 at 9:01 pm
Thanks David!
I couldn’t agree more in the fact that taking time will do wonders for us all.
I’ll share some photos soon
Sharon
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July 8th, 2010 at 10:44 am
Hi Sharon, Happy to hear you are enjoying Aruba! I did the same as you during the weekend of July 4. I actually found myself unplugged for four days. We all know what that is like. First, anxiety, then guilt – but I needed to step back, in the midst of all I was doing and just reflect.
I too found things crystal clear. This is why we need vacations. To get away from it all. To unplug. I even shut the cell off. I live in the middle of “vacation land” so I joined the tourists and swam in the natural waters. At one point, early in the morning, I was at a crossroad in my thoughts. I was sitting by the waterfalls and keeping in tune with the flow. All at once a Blue Heron flew right near me. (they are pretty big) I stared at him as he flew onto a rock that trickled water on him from the falls. Message: Rebirth. That’s when things came crystal clear for me.
Anyone reading this post, I urge you to take out the time and re-adjust things.
Thanks Sharon for bringing up this important part of growth.
Donna
.-= Donna Merrill´s last blog ..MARK HOVERSON’S Q-A WEBINAR BLEW MY MIND- =-.
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Sharon Hartman Reply:
July 9th, 2010 at 9:07 pm
Hi Donna,
Glad to hear you were able to ‘unplug for a few days!! I know, the guilt is alittle hard to get past sometimes, but we have to do it and we will be all the better for having taken a break. Just shutting of the cell phones can do wonders for the mind!
What a great message you received. And just think, if you kept going, didn’t take a break, you might still be struggling with your decision and would have missed that amazing message!!
Thanks for sharing Donna
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