Loosen Up Day
When is Loosen Up Day? This holiday is always observed on November 14
Are you feeling tense and edgy? Do you have trouble on the job? Have the kids got you frazzled? Maybe the upcoming holidays are causing you to freak out a little bit. Okay, the holidays have you more than “a little bit” tense. The stress of the upcoming holidays is certainly enough to get anyone and everyone freaked out. All that tension, that worry, and stress are not good for anyone. Today is Loosen Up Lighten Up Day. And, this November 14 holiday has come at a good time. You can use this special day to do exactly what this day was created for….to loosen up and to lighten up.
Stress and tension can come from an amazing array of things. It can be something small that just sets you off. Or, it could be some sort of problem that you are facing or anything in between. Today is the perfect opportunity to spend some time mentally identifying the stressors that are currently in your life. Only after you have identified them, can you take steps to eliminate those nasty stressors, big and small. A big way to loosen up and lighten up is to increase your sense of happiness. Think about things that make you happy and focus on them. That includes surrounding yourself with upbeat, happy people, that will elevate your happiness and lighten up your day.
Remember Mom's Sage Advice
Remember what mom told you when went through trying times: “God will never give you more than you can handle”. Mom’s right. So, use Loosen Up Lighten Up Day to help you to live a happier and longer life. Undoubtedly, no one wants tension and stress in their lives. It leads to unhappiness. Tension and stress can cause health issues, too. It can cause high blood pressure, and strokes, and even give you a heart attack. We can’t think of anything good about tension and stress.
Consequently, one quickly realizes there is plenty we can do to make the best of this day. First, don’t take life and events so seriously. Then, take a two-prong attack of eliminating stressors, and at the same time, adding things and people that make you happier.
Today’s Theme Song: Bobby McFerrin is right on as he sings in his song “Don’t worry be happy”. Now, that is the attitude to strive for today.
Tips to De-Stress on Loosen Up Day
- Relax in a hot tub.
- Get some exercise. Take a hike to enjoy the Autumn leaves.
- Have a glass of wine.
- Stay out of heavy traffic, especially rush hour traffic.
- Avoid horror or mystery movies and books that have you on the edge of your chair.
- Go to a spa for a massage.
- Seek positive thinking friends. Avoid the “Debbie Downers”.
- Is the “rat race” getting to you? Take the day off of work.
- Go to a comics club.
- Have a drink with your “bestie”.
- Avoid people who you don’t like, or rub you the wrong way.
- Listen to uplifting music.
- Play a round of golf and don’t keep score.
- Got anger issues? Enroll in an anger management class.
- Don’t worry about tomorrow. Let tomorrow take care of itself…. it will.
- Do yoga.
- Do meditation.
- Do something, anything, that makes you happy today.
The list is endless.
Today's Quote
“In times of stress and adversity, it’s always best to keep busy, to plow your anger and energy into something positive.” – – Lee Iacocca
History and Origin of Loosen Up Day
This uplifting holiday was created by Stephanie West Allen. We have not yet identified the date, why this date was selected, or why it was created. However, we certainly know it is destined to be a relaxing and pleasurable day.
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