List five things you do for fun. That is the #bloganuary daily prompt today.

• Go for a walk
• Build a puzzle
• Paint or draw
• Play a board game or cards
• Read a book

Those are things I do for fun any time of day. They are fun whether I have 15 minutes to relax or an hour or two. I love walking and running. Walking is a time for me to explore and also time to exercise my brain muscle organizing my thoughts. Although, when it is freezing cold outside staying active can feel like a challenge. I enjoy working on a jigsaw puzzle, but watch out, it’s a slippery slope – one minute I’m placing a piece, the next I’ve lost an entire afternoon. The same goes for reading a book – twenty minutes can easily morph into a full-blown reading marathon!

It took me a while to realize making time to smell the roses and engage in enjoyable activities is beneficial for my overall well-being and it helps me be more productive by allowing myself time to shift my focus away from daily stressors and take a break from the demands of the day. Whether it’s participating in these hobbies, socializing with loved ones, or exploring new experiences, making the deliberate choice to do things simply for the sake of the joy they bring lifts my spirit, leaving me feeling more energized and content.

What do you do for a fun when you need a break?

Bloganuary writing prompt

List five things you do for fun.

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