Day 1322

Ranger certainly knows how to relax. I believe our sweet boy feels no angst or need to accomplish anything when he snuggles in. It comes naturally to a Golden.

Humans rarely find that kind of uncomplicated repose. With our commitments, jobs, tasks and other items on our Daily List, those “Ranger Moments” are rare indeed! However, it is my growing belief that we need those times to rejuvenate and rewire our thoughts. The question becomes, HOW do we accomplish that Nirvana?

For me, I have found that I actually need to give myself permission to relax. Although the needs of the day float around my head, I tell myself to sit and just “be present.” There are times when a timer is almost necessary to keep me from escaping my self-imposed “Time Out," but I emerge calmer and more focused each time.

Give yourself permission to relax. Set a timer. You really are worth it. I could ask Ranger if I am right about this, but he is sound asleep at my feet!