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Episode 2 – Getting Social Beyond Social Media – Building Better Relationships at Home and Work with Angela and Patti [Podcast]

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Episode 2 – Getting Social Beyond Social Media

People are losing face-to-face contact. There is homeschooling, working from home, solo entrepreneurs, single parenting, and much more. Distance over the internet makes people bold; they feel comfortable behind electronics. Interacting face-to-face makes shy people feel more uncomfortable, and they are not forced to socialize.

How do you get social away from the phone?

Recap:

  • Go face-to-face with others and put the phone away.
  • Go to the same place and time every week, and you may see the same people and make a connection.
  • Start going to meetup groups.

Patti’s view:

  • Stretch out of your comfort zone.
  • People cut themselves off from social opportunities before they even get there.

Strategy: Pick a place and go once a week. Get past the “what if” of past fear of rejection. Sometimes, you may never know who you may meet by taking a chance. Take the risk and leave the what-ifs behind. The most fun times have been talking to strangers about the weirdest things!

Angela’s view:

Connecting to your heart and writing exercise.

What do you want to experience socially?

  • Not everyone wants romance.
  • If someone invites you to go somewhere.  Say yes.
  • Find people with the same interests as you.

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Episode 1 “When to say No and When to say Yes” Building Better Relationships at Home and Work [Podcast]

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If you enjoy listening to podcasts, Angela Ambrosia, a Love and Relationship coach, and I have started a once-a-month podcast called Building Better Relationships at Home and Work.

To listen to Episode 1, “When to Say No and When to Say Yes,” click on the link “Building Better Relationships at Home and Work.“

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Angela and I would like to thank our sponsor, Brandless, for supporting our podcast. To learn more about Brandless, click here.

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The Floating Experience for Work/Life Balance

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The Floating Experience for Work/Life Balance

One of my friends told me about floating a couple of years ago and how it can help relieve stress.  I tried it out and really saw the change in my body after the float.  I wish I did it more often and I am guilty of not making it a priority when I really should.  I usually wait until my body is in knots instead of a monthly or every other week schedule.  I went a few days ago and after the float, I was sitting in the relaxing area talking to one of the employees and said to her I don’t know why I didn’t do this sooner, it sure does make a difference.  She laughed and said she automatically schedules her times because if she doesn’t it won’t happen.  I said, the world would be a happier place if everyone would float more and relax.  She smiled.  I commented back, I probably should do automatic scheduling too and make it more of a priority in my life.  After the float, I felt so refreshed, renewed and at peace.  My skin felt soft and my muscles much more relaxed.

What is floating?

It is laying down (floating) in a tub or pod of epsom salt water with ear plugs in your ears.  

Why float?

One hour of resting the mind in the salt has all kinds of physical benefits:

*Increases Blood Circulation

*Pain Management

*Increased Immune System Functioning

*Diminishes the Effect of Jet Lag

*Reduce Lactic Acid Build-Up

What to do while floating?

*Meditation

*Breathing Techniques to Relax

*Self-Reflection

*Spend Time in Prayer

*Listen to the Calming Music

*Do Nothing, just Enjoy the Peace, Quiet and Alone Time

Different ways to enjoy the experience: 

*Lights on

*Lights off

*Relaxing music on

*Relaxing music off

*Lid closed

*Lid open

I personally like the music on with the lid closed and the blue lights on, however sometimes I turn the lights off.  

My Takeaway:

For me the experience is relaxing and helps me get balanced.  It calms my spirit and releases the build-up of stress in my body by spending time alone through meditation, silence and prayer.  I know I should do it more often before my body turns into knots.  My personal goal is to start floating at least once a month.  How about you?  Is this something you would be willing to try?

Reflection Questions:

Do you like spending time alone?

Have you ever tried floating? Yes or No

If you have, what was your experience? Did you Like it or Not Liked it and why?

Affirmation:

Click on the link to order your Work/Life Balance Affirmation Cards.

Do you want even more work-life balance strategies? Come and join the Facebook group called Work-Life Balance with Patti

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