Creating a Shift in Our Routines & How We Can Prioritize Self Care

Creating a Shift in Our Routines & How We Can Prioritize Self Care

Author: Tracey Benson August 25, 2020 Duration: 23:46

Our routines are certainly not what they used to be. As so much has unfolded around us and our personal and professional rituals have started to shift dramatically, it’s safe to say that many of us have neglected to prioritize self-care. It’s not an easy feat, particularly right now, but it’s so vital that we do remember to incorporate time for ourselves in whatever way that looks like for us. 


In today’s episode, I share how these shifts have affected me and some of my clients’, why recognizing what brings us joy is so important in keeping a steady routine, and why practicing gratitude is necessary and can be accessed by everyone, no matter what our personal circumstances may be. 


Join me on Episode 17 of Joyful-Souls to hear more personal development insights and useful advice for how we can truly utilize this newfound free time! 


In This Episode You Will Learn:

  • How Covid-19 has shifted people’s routines and schedules (1:14)
  • How a shift in our emotional, physical and mental state can be beneficial to us during this time (2:47)
  • How my own weight gain made me more conscious of the elements in my routine that I was neglecting (3:58)
  • My experience using sensory deprivation tanks & Why the pandemic has made me realize how much I need to be using them (4:45)
  • How the effects of the Coronavirus on my business made me lose track of the things I needed to be doing for myself (6:53)
  • The importance of prioritizing self-care (7:54)
  • How we can become better accustomed to the change in our routines as a result of the pandemic (9:14)
  • Why we need to remember to do things that bring us joy right now (11:23)
  • Why our bandwidth for resourcefulness is increased when we make things in our life a must (13:26)
  • Tips for my listeners on how to ease stress mentally, physically and spiritually  (17:20)
  • Why gratitude is such a universal concept, despite our personal situations (20:41)


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Tracey Benson hosts Joyful-Souls with Tracey Benson, a space where conversations flow into the many facets of a life well-lived. Rather than offering quick fixes, this podcast explores the deeper connections between our physical well-being, spiritual practices, and the cultural frameworks that shape our daily existence. You'll hear genuine dialogues with people who are thoughtfully navigating their own paths, discussing how intentional choices in fitness, health, and personal belief systems can coalesce into a more resonant and fulfilling experience. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation, one that acknowledges the complexities of modern society while seeking out moments of clarity and purpose. Tracey guides these discussions with a natural curiosity, drawing out stories that are both personal and universally relatable. The result is a collection of audio experiences that encourage you to reflect on your own alignment and intentionality. For anyone interested in the intersection of mindful living and active engagement with the world, this podcast provides a consistent and thoughtful touchpoint. It’s a series dedicated to the idea that joy isn't just a fleeting emotion, but something cultivated through conscious attention to the body, the spirit, and the communities we inhabit.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 29

Joyful-Souls with Tracey Benson
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