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Finishing work for the day, leaving work on a Friday afternoon, or going on vacation are all the perfect times to relax, but do you ever truly switch off and relax? It’s really important for your health that you do and also for your job (or whatever it is that stresses you out). You can perform far better if you have had a break from it, and you can come back with a fresh perspective after having a good rest. So, how can you do this?

Get A Hobby

What? Add more things to your life you need to fit in? Yes, the more you do you’ll find the more you can do and doing a hobby after work whether it’s painting, pottery, gardening or learning a language will completely take your mind away from the stresses of life and work.

Exercise

It might be the last thing you want to do when you finish work or get up in the morning, but exercise has so many benefits and clearing your mind and relaxing you is one of them. You’ve never heard anyone say that they regretted going for that workout or that run or swim, so even if you don’t want to do it and you feel too stressed, keep your eyes on the prize and remember how good you’re going to feel after it.

Meditate

If you don’t know where to begin, luckily for you there are apps which can teach you and help you with meditation techniques now, and they are well worth it. Even if you’ve only got five minutes on the train on your way to work, a little bit of meditation or mindfulness each day can be so beneficial.

Eat Well

A bad diet can have all sorts of adverse internal effects on your body, some which aren’t visible to anyone else. Eating healthy food doesn’t just affect your weight and your skin, but it really can affect your mood. A bad diet can make you irritable, and ultimately, it can make you stressed. Eat well, and you’ll soon see the benefits and find you can relax a lot easier.

Read A Book

Getting stuck in a good book is total escapism and relaxation. It can completely take your mind away from whatever it is that you can’t stop thinking about and transport you to another world entirely. The best thing is that you can read anywhere, you need your book and you, and that’s it. So whether it’s by a pool, curled up on your sofa, in bed or on a train, reading a good book (unrelated to work) is one of the best medicines for stress.

Go Outside

Get fresh air. If you’re stressed during the day at work, then go out for a walk! You’ll be surprised at the difference a little fresh air can make and it can change your perspective too. Nature is a beautiful thing, and it does wonders for your relaxation, also.

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Trip Highlights:

(As found on the Gondwana website)

Start each day off with a morning yoga practice in an ecolodge nestled in the jungle
Travelers interested in surfing, whether renting boards or getting their first lessons, will have the chance to check out various surf breaks along the coast
Wonderful, local Costa Rican vegetarian-friendly cuisine provided by the Yoga Center’s staff
Visit the sloth sanctuary, a center that rescues and rehabilitates native sloths
A guided tour of some of the best hiking and waterfalls in central America
A led excursion to watch and learn about the vast number of tropical birds in the area, boasting one of the greatest number of species anywhere on earth
Work with a naturalist to learn about local plants and their healing properties

Yeah, this is happening. So the question is, who’s joining me?! The deadline to book is August 20, so make sure to reserve your spot ASAP.

If you don’t want to take my word for it, here’s what one traveler said about her experience with the ecotour:

“The trip was perfection. If you want to broaden your horizons and go to exotic places all while feeling taken care of and in good hands I recommend Gondwana Tours. I truly enjoyed the mix of luxury, rugged adventure, great food and enough swank to keep my whole family happy at every turn.”

— Jena Frederick

If that still isn’t enough, don’t forget about the sloths!

If you’re excited about this ecotour, head on over to the Gondwana website and fill out the form!

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Price: All Inclusive; $1, 430 per person

Have you ever been to Costa Rica?

Have you ever attended a yoga retreat? Where?

XO,

Lyndsay

How To Switch Off And Relax