{"id":3180,"date":"2023-07-28T18:47:45","date_gmt":"2023-07-29T00:47:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.happysimpleliving.com\/?p=3180"},"modified":"2024-09-02T17:22:55","modified_gmt":"2024-09-02T23:22:55","slug":"13-simple-ways-to-add-a-little-more-peace-to-your-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.happysimpleliving.com\/13-simple-ways-to-add-a-little-more-peace-to-your-day\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Simple Ways to Have a Peaceful, Calm Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Here are some simple things you can do to enjoy a more peaceful and calm day<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes when life is especially stressful or hectic, it can help to take specific actions and invite peace into the equation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are some strategies that have helped me, and perhaps they will be helpful to you, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.” ~ Anne Lamott<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

We all have seasons in life when we are called upon to do challenging things. One of my dear girlfriends, who is a single working mom, faithfully visits her mother every Sunday–even though her mama no longer recognizes her. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another friend is launching a new business and caring for her toddler, all while recovering from breast cancer treatments and surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My challenges feel decidedly puny by comparison:  Parenting a wonderful son, who lost his dad a few years ago. Maintaining a great 1970’s house, where something breaks down weekly (this week: busted washing machine). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

E-mail. Deadlines. Long days. Embracing life with a funny dog who likes to grunt nocturnally. (Note:  I’ve been waiting my whole life to gracefully weave the phrase “grunt nocturnally” in a sentence.) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

(Also: Don’t you think the Nocturnal Grunters<\/strong> would be an excellent name for a rock band?)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The effects of a little too much on my plate and not quite enough good sleep<\/a> caught up with me this summer, and I could see it in my face, too — the weary smile, and dark circles under my eyes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I finally had to admit that I couldn’t just take my good health for granted during a demanding season of life. I realized I had to actively seek more peace and take care of my own health if I wanted to be strong and rise to these challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are some of the things I’ve tried that seem to help<\/p>\n\n\n\n

13 Ways Have a More Calm and Peaceful Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1.  Begin and end the day quietly and unplugged. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In the morning I wake up an hour before my son, pour a cup of coffee and head for my favorite easy chair. I read a devotional, think and pray. Sometimes I meditate. Sometimes I write in my journal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes I just sit and watch the sun rise. It’s all good. At the end of the day, I love to read a book until I fall asleep. Nothing positive ever comes from being online first thing in the morning or last thing at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Speak and think words of peace.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Wayne Dyer suggested saying these words every day: “I am well. I am content. I am at peace. I am at ease.” I wrote them on a card that I attached to my computer monitor so I see and repeat them daily. I also have favorite scriptures and quotes that I like to say aloud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Batch e-mails and text messages, and write shorter replies.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Probably just like you, I receive a lot of e-mails and messages. Now I’m trying to take just two or three breaks a day when I answer them, and not constantly check my phone or click on the InBox throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brevity is a good thing, so I’m trying to be more concise in my replies. I also like the old-school approach of picking up the phone and talking in person, instead of sending one more e-mail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Accept some limitations.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is tough, because I don’t want to miss important events or gatherings for people I care about. I frequently wish I could be two places at once. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We all have seasons when juggling and trying to balance everything is so hard<\/strong>, and sometimes we simply can’t do everything or be everywhere we wish we could. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Hire and ask for help.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We could not live in this house without our lawn guy Kevin Lombardi, who cuts the grass so beautifully and cleans up the leaves in the autumn<\/a>. Paying someone to help is easier for me than asking other people for help, but I’m trying to get braver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Swish and swipe.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Flylady coined this term, which means simply to give a quick polish to a room each time you’re in there. I always feel more peaceful in a clean, tidy space — which is not to say that our house is clean and tidy. But swishing and swiping helps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Clear some space.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The less stuff we have, the less overwhelmed we feel, and the less time we have to spend cleaning and maintaining things. Decluttering<\/a> means we have more open space and serenity in our homes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of my favorite decluttering quotes<\/a> is by William Morris, who said, “Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” This will always be an ongoing project, but I try to give things away almost every week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Practice gratitude.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Saying thanks always changes my heart. Being glad for what we have and focusing on good things helps me stay centered and less grouchy. I keep a gratitude journal<\/a> and love reading back over the entries I’ve jotted down over the years, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Do your own thing.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When you have multiple responsibilities to many other people, I think it’s especially important to have something you do just for you. This might seem like an odd example, but some years ago I joined Toastmasters to practice public speaking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I was practicing and giving speeches, I couldn’t think about anything else but the task at hand. What hobby or pastime helps you focus and forget about the cares of the world for a bit? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Talk to someone.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When I feel stuck, I love going and talking with our wonderful family counselor. She always helps me sort things out, and it’s like a spa day for my soul. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

My mom is the wisest woman I know, and I often turn to her when I need help. (Thank you, Mom. I love you.) My sweet sister and several dear friends are great at nonjudgmental listening, which is such a gift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11. Write a Victory List.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you sometimes feel like you’re not doing enough<\/a>, perhaps writing down your accomplishments throughout the month will be an encouragement. Here’s why and how I started a Victory List<\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

12. Do something good for your body and soul.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Just for fun, I stopped at one of those chair massage stations the last time I was at the store and had a 15-minute massage. It was heavenly! Whether it’s a steam shave at the barber or a pedicure, do something nice for yourself occasionally and reap the benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

13. Take a walk.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A middle-of-the-day walk is so therapeutic. It’s good exercise, the fresh air clears my head, and I often come back with a new idea or a solution to a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How About You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What do you do to maintain balance in your day and stay centered? I’d love to hear your thoughts and suggestions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s to more peace — in ourselves, in our families, and in our world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This post was originally published on October 8, 2016 and updated on July 28, 2023.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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