How often do we approach stress to understand it and how often do we approach it to remove it? Take a moment to focus on flipping the script to understand your stress.

Seasons change in nature and life. Consider how an area of your life will change season in some way and focus on one positive part of that change.

Family can be our biggest source of support (and stress). Find one time this week to have a safe and connected moment with a family member you cherish.

Sometimes when stressed, we eat more than we would like. Slowing down can help. Time how long it takes you to eat your next meal. Then, intentionally take longer to eat the following meal.

Stress has a way of storing itself in our body. Stretch for a few minutes each day to relieve your muscles and then take a breath to filter out the stress.

When in a rush, we can easily make emotional decisions (good or bad). Try taking three full breaths before making a decision.

Love is something that is valued above all else. However, it is very easy to only practice that toward others. Take some time to contribute a purposeful form of love toward yourself today.

It has been said that we are a product of our environment. The turmoil from our environment comes from when we have no power or say over staying or leaving that environment (during childhood, for example). Consider the power you hold in choosing your environment.

Listening can be hard to hear. It is not uncommon in romantic relationships or friendships to be planning out the next thing we want to say, while also listening to what our partner/friend is currently saying. Since it is easy to fall into this pattern, we risk the chance of only focusing on what we want to say and need. Try listening only to what your partner or friend says at least once a day to practice healthy listening skills. Soon you may find that you need to say less to connect more.

Quality & Quantity. When we desire to connect with others, we turn towards the relationships that mean the most to us. However, all relationships need balance between how much time they are given and how much time they are used. Consider how you are balancing out the quantity of usage in your quality relationships. This helps reduce burnout and exhaustion in the places where you are cared for the most!