Your well-being

It’s summertime and time to take a break  — to rest, recharge and enjoy your free time. But some people find it difficult to enjoy the summer. If that’s been your tendency, there are ways to plan for — and prevent — a summer slump from lessening your enjoyment of the season.

In a world that rarely slows down, learning how to relax and unwind the mind is essential for maintaining both mental clarity and emotional well-being. When you realize you are feeling irritable and overwhelmed, don’t just push through: Step back and take a few moments to simply follow your breath and find your inner calm. 

As winter recedes and we embrace this new season, it can feel as though we are emerging from a time of hibernation and stepping out into the light. While the shorter days and colder nights of winter create a perfect setting for reflection and dreaming, spring is the time to set new intentions into motion.

There’s always more to accomplish, one more item to check off your list and no task done without multitasking. Five hours of sleep is plenty. Or is it? Turns out, you will be happier, healthier, more creative and — here’s the surprise — more productive if you lean into the power of rest.