Find Comfort in the Outdoors

Cut connections to find comfort in the outdoors


Between conference calls, cooking dinner and clipping coupons, women are escaping to the outdoors this summer for an everyday oasis from stress.

In fact, nearly nine in 10 women say they are likely to spend more time outdoors this year compared to last year, with gardening as one of the most popular stress solutions, according to the OFF! Clip-On Mosquito Repellent Survey.

“More and more women tell me that they need to step back from their daily routine and recharge,” says Jennifer Louden, life guide and author of “The Woman’s Comfort Book." "A quiet spot outdoors is the ideal place to get refreshed. You’ll be amazed how energized you feel just spending a little time in nature without any interruptions.”

Louden provides the following tips to create small breaks to find daily peace:

* Start the day right.

Take a few moments for yourself in the morning and think about your goals for the day. Set your alarm clock for five minutes earlier so that you can consider what you want your day to be like instead of letting your mind chatter with a list of tasks.

* Claim an outdoor space.

Find a personal nook, in a park, public garden, beach, sculpture garden or even your own backyard. “To ensure my outdoor breaks aren’t spoiled by mosquitoes, I use OFF! Clip-On Mosquito Repellent, a personal, odorless bug repellent device that clips on to your belt, purse or chair and offers head-to-toe protection from mosquitoes without spraying anything on your skin,” says Louden.

* Let nature relax your mind.

Put petty annoyances aside and focus on the beauty of the natural world, the feeling of the breeze against your skin and the warm sun on your face. Step outside and let nature quiet your mind. Take the time to stop and truly smell the roses.

* Avoid multi-tasking.

Listening to music, walking the dog and taking the kids to the park are things that can prevent you from experiencing real relaxation because you're doing something rather than simply being.

* Focus on your accomplishments.

At the end of the day, instead of dwelling on what you didn’t get done, acknowledge what you accomplished.

Use these easy tips to help you find comfort. For more information about how to protect quiet outdoor moments from mosquitoes, visit www.offprotects.com.

Courtesy of ARA Content



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