The past few days and nights had been intense. My seven-month-old son was going through a growth spurt, waking up constantly during the night, and needing extra attention during the day. On top of that, I had a mountain of tasks to manage—household chores, kid duties, and admin work related to building our new home and attending various functions. I was utterly exhausted.
To give me some time to rest, my husband took the kids out for an outing. I sprawled out on the couch, determined to relax and unwind. Everyone had been telling me I needed to take time for myself, to recharge and just do nothing. But as I sat there, watching a show, I felt anything but relaxed. I was agitated, frustrated, and jittery. My mind kept racing through the long list of things I needed to do: cleaning the kitchen, organising dinner, doing the laundry, tackling emails, and creating content. The guilt of not being productive gnawed at me.
Finally, I decided to get up.
I started chipping away at my to-do list—cleaning the house, doing laundry, prepping dinner, and putting everything back in its place. Without the usual interruptions from the kids, I managed to finish it all in record time. As I folded the last towel and tidied the downstairs area, I felt a wave of peace and accomplishment wash over me.
With the house in order and the laundry in progress, I lit a naturally scented candle, brewed myself a cup of tea, and sat on the couch to admire my work. This, I realised, was my moment of calm. After lunch, I headed to my study to tackle the admin mountain that had been weighing on my mind. I felt genuinely happy and energised.
When my husband returned with the kids, he was surprised to find an immaculate house and me glowing with pride at how much I had accomplished. “Did you rest?” he asked, likely worried I’d continue being tired and grumpy. I smiled and reassured him, “This is my version of rest.”
That evening, I noticed a difference in myself. I laughed more with the kids and was more affectionate with my husband. Even though my son woke up three times that night, I handled it with ease because I felt recharged. I realised part of my exhaustion wasn’t just physical—it came from the overwhelm of unfinished tasks piling up in my mind. Having that uninterrupted time to get on top of things made all the difference.
The Lesson I Learned
There’s no “one-size-fits-all” way to relax. For me, relaxation comes from having time to myself to get things done, work on my goals, and enjoy the peace of a clean house. That’s what recharges me. Sure, I enjoy watching a movie or having a cup of tea, but those are things I love sharing with others—like cuddling with the kids for a Saturday night movie.
If your idea of relaxation is curling up alone with a book or binge-watching your favourite series, that’s perfectly fine too. The key is to find what works for you, what truly leaves you feeling recharged and at peace.
So, whether it’s taking a nap, getting things done, or spending time with loved ones, own your version of relaxation unapologetically.
What’s your version of relaxation? Do you thrive on getting things done like me, or do you recharge by taking it slow? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below—I’d love to hear how you unwind!
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