Everyone Needs a Vacation, But it's Not Always Possible

 Unfortunately not everyone gets to go away on their dream vacation. Whether it be because of your job, finances or family (Or all three!!). What's even worse is the reason for wanting a vacation is also the reason you want to go. For example: I need a break from my job, but my job won't give me the time off. It sucks I know. Even more reason for you to take a vacation. 

Its the silent killer they say. When your alone do you let out a sigh of relief that you didn't realize you were holding in all day? Then YES you need a vacation.

I've felt that more times than not. Due to health issues (Lupus and RA) and my job which aggravated my health. Unfortunately I needed to work because i needed good health insurance and money because of rising medical bill. It's like being caught in a loop.

So How Did I Break Out of The Loop?

One word: STAY-CATIONS

I know what your thinking... some super awesome way to get to that marvelous 10-Day cruise around the Caribbean. No, sorry. I already know that is a reaching for the stars. Believe it or not you can have an amazing time during a stay-cation.

First all you need is a weekend or a long weekend. I recommend holiday weekends.  Now you don't need to stay home or course. Spa days are worth their weight in gold, and its a great place to start.

My first massage changed EVERYTHING. 10 seconds in and my masseuse told me I had more knots than a sailboat. And i know she wasn't lying. The atmosphere was so peaceful, the aroma, everything. With all this, i still felt the tension, until she went to work. Now i never had a massage before, so i got a standard basic massage. And i suggest you do the same, then next time work in new things you want to try, like hot stones or reflexology. The experience was enough for me to make sure I put aside enough cash and time to get a massage. Even if its 20-30 mins.

Now i know not everyone can do this either. So do it at home. Of course you can't give your self a massage. So maybe go get a mani/pedi. So it yourself. Get your significant other to help you out. What ever you choose make time for your self. Its important, self-care. You can't take care of everything else if your not cared for.

I hope that this inspires you to find some time for you.