I know this feels counter-intuitive, especially as things begin to pile up. But when you slow down, take a few moments to breathe, you can (re-)gain your focus and find clarity.

Write a list of what needs to be done and prioritize. Make sure to include yourself and your self-care in your schedule (read about my four foundations of self-care here). Take a moment to tune in, examine your thoughts, actions and reactions to certain situations. Listen to your gut feeling, your intuition, your inner GPS.

To listen means to become silent – and that’s the most difficult part… believe me I know, because before Reiki came into my life I couldn’t even sit still. But becoming silent doesn’t mean that you have to sit in meditation in a sound-proof environment or stop your mind from wandering. Maybe it’s listening to your favorite song, maybe it’s going for a walk (even if it’s only around the block), maybe it’s turning on the do not disturb function on your phone for a little while.