Treat Yo Self

As a fan of Parks and Recreation I like the episode with the first Treat Yo Self. Ben breaking down and crying because he bought the Batman suit is because we forget to take care of ourselves or do things to make us happy.

You have to be careful when treating yo self because as Donna and Tom said it’s the best day of the year. Treating yourself too often can be harmful. I used to keep Hershey Kisses in my freezer as a snack but soon found myself having more and more each night.

The best day to treat yo self, your birthday. That’s what I did recently and going to do from now on. A money saving tip that I’ve been using for a while can be applied to this also. It will be fun to put money into a ‘Treat Yo Self’ and watch it grow.

A Silver Lining...

to being unemployed is that New York State offers free classes on Resume Building, Networking, and Stress Management. Each class taught me something new, and using the lessons has made me feel better. During the stress management class, I suggested meetup.com after everyone agreed that they feel isolated due to their situation, present company included.

Another suggestion that the counselor made was one I already read on lifehacker.com, keeping your routine. It's tough to keeping one when I'm unmotivated, but that is a vicious cycle in itself and glad I see when I'm stuck in it.

I can break out of it, by socializing with friends, getting out of the apartment, and treating myself. That doesn't mean I spend a lot of money, an everything bagel with vegetable tofu makes me happy.

Listening to a playlist on iTunes, reading a book of poetry, and of course a walk in the woods are my ways to deal with stress.

Getting back to my Sunday blog too.