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Self care is giving the world the best of you, rather than what is left of you.

It’s been a hectic couple months here at Little Mis-Fit . In fact this first part of 2019 has just flown by so fast!!. Do you guys think the same?? .

Between work and birthday celebrations and various other celebrations it’s definitely been pretty full on since the start of the year.

So I have loved last weekend of having nothing in the diary and just being able to hit the pause button , Once I had finished teaching my Saturday morning class . I felt so much better for it too. .

It’s so important, even more so when you are in a busy season to make sure you are taking time for yourself each day , just to catch your breath and recharge your batteries . We charge our phones daily , so be sure to do the same for yourself! . .

I’ve actually started writing on my daily to do list – my own workout , time for meditation and time to read. These are three things that I find when I incorporate them in to my day, help me find balance and calm. When they are on your list or in your diary , it helps you incorporate them into your day better too.

So this week be sure to add something you love to do on your own list and that you know will go a long way in helping you find some balance and calm in your day – though I’m not talking about that glass of wine or two mind guys!! 🤣, . Maybe make time to catch up with a friend, or do your own workouts. Maybe curl up with your book or take a walk or a long bath . Get your hair/nails etc done . Just something that makes you smile and feel content and peaceful.

What are you guys going to include in your self care list this week? 💕. Use our checklist below for inspiration!

My Self Care Pact

Hello guys,

Well its been quite a week here at Little Mis-Fit HQ . Last week my boiler was condemned – they actually stuck a danger – do not use sticker on it! . To be fair the fact I had to give it a whack every time I wanted it on , did give me a small clue that it was on its way out. But still a new boiler eek! The up side is I don’t have to whack this one, its much quieter than my old one , which used to sound like it was taking off and also my house is once more nice and toasty – hurrah!.

Last weekend I took a trip to Busy Bee studios in Durham https://busybeestudio.co.uk with my friend Erin – it was so pretty! . she had some gorgeous things. I got some gorgeous smelling Orange Cinnamon candles – they smell divine and very festive!.

I did have a little trip up in the loft this week aswell to get some of my autumn/Halloween things down so I could start decorating in the house . I’ve also been using my halloween mugs from Tk Maxx – loving those!.

What with boilers , dental check ups – does anyone else get Dentist dread?? 😳. I had meetings , aswell as trying to keep on top of housework , and still juggling the two jobs alongside doing a business mentor programme , it is so easy to get a little overwhelmed – and I know a lot of you guys are the same – juggling Work/kids/looking after elderly parents – our own self care does seem to go out the window at times. So I am making a huge effort to make sure I am prepping and organising food and eating healthy meals , aiming to get enough sleep ( a work in progress) and fitting in my own workouts aswell as taking a little time out in my week to just be. I do find though that when I do take time out – my creativity increases and the ideas flow so I know – when I think I am too busy to stop and take a breath and get some time out , that is actually when I need it more than ever!.

Some of my favourite ways to get some self care time are below. I would love to hears yours too!. Add them in the comments!

💕 Getting outside – I think fresh air is a brilliant tonic for the mind and soul. going for a run or walk or just taking my book in the garden instantly soothes my spirit.

💕 Take time to relax before bed – I am terrible sometimes for working late into the night , but I am trying to cut off by 9pm and doing something other than work related – watch some youtube videos – loving Grace Denny’s channel – if you love makeup, clothes and TK Maxx and drinking tea – her videos are brilliant! . plus She loves Halloween and Christmas so combined with her love of makeup – I love her ha. I also love to listen to podcasts too.

💕 Curling up with a book – I love to read and have done since I was a little girl . So taking time out to curl up and lose myself in a book is heaven – especially if we add a large cup of Lemon and ginger or peppermint tea and a bag of chocolate buttons (shh).

💕 Meeting up with friends – This is a big one, I think all of you fellow Girl bosses running their own business’s will agree that it can be a lonely journey at times and sometimes you do get so caught up in work and getting overwhelmed with your to do list and sometimes just talking things through with someone on a similar journey can help you feel much better.

💕 A good Netflix binge – Or a boxset or Movies 24 – especially when it becomes Christmas 24 (can you tell I’m a bit of a Christmas elf) . We are currently watching Making a murderer on Netflix – It is so good!. if it is just me watching though, I love Good girls – amazing!!!! and Cheasepeake Shores.

💕 Working out – something that often slips down the To Do list when we get busy . I promise though taking even 15 / 20 minutes in your day to get moving – doing a workout – hiit, yoga/pilates, Dance around your living room, taking a walk – I promise you will feel so much better for it! . exercise really is a brilliant mood booster, it will also help boost your energy levels so you can tackle that to do list more efficiently . It also helps boost your immune system – something that lowers if we run ourselves down too much.

💕 sleep!. Making sure we get enough sleep. Aiming for a good 7-8 hours a night. It’s when we sleep , that our bodies repair themselves , our cortisol (stress hormone ) levels lower and our energy levels replenish.

So I am making my Self care Pact here – to make sure I look after myself so I can continue to make sure you guys are all looking after yourselves too. Especially as we head into this last quarter and probably the busiest few months of the year! Comment below with what you are going to aim to do for your own self care pacts!

Joanne x

Self Care Summer!

Hi Guys,

Happy June! , so Summer is just about here. Who else is excited??. Mind as I write this currently , its chucking it down and I definitely heard thunder just now!! – so yep its British summer time alright lol. Though we have had some glorious sunshine of late so I can handle a little rain, and hey my little garden plants will be happy anyways – silver linings!.

I love Summer, I mean you guys know I absolutely love Christmas but I also love summer (and Autumn too ) . We always think of Christmas as been a really busy time of year, but honestly I find Summer is just as hectic – there is so much always going on – holidays to take, nights out, impromtu afternoon drinks , Day trips out, lovely long summer days to enjoy,

Juggling work plus taking care of our loved ones and balancing a social life though can feel so overwhelming at times. I speak to so many of you who feel like they are juggling so many plates and its exhausting and can really have an effect our mental health and well being , This can often manifest itself in our physical bodies . For example when I get run down , a lot of you know I suffer sore throats and can lose my voice. For one friend she gets really bad ear ache. others it might manifest as back pain , or maybe migranes/tension headaches. It may be that you just feel so drained and don’t really have the energy to do anything . My friend Marita bought me the Fearne Cotton book – Happy for my Birthday and its really good!. full of lots of useful tips and tricks for finding the Joy in everyday life. if you haven’t read it, definitely check it out.

So this month lets find time in our days and/or week to focus on showing ourselves a little self love and care! . Its only when we do this, that we then have the energy and patience to take care of those around us too. I’ll be posting up tips and challenges on my Facebook (www.facebook.com/lilmisfit1) and Instagram @littlemisfijojo throughout the month so be sure to come follow along!.

This month we have also launched our virtual classes , We have a private Facebook group, where we have at home workouts. At least two new workouts will be posted each week, building up a little library of classes for you to access and workout as and when you can, especially if you are struggling to get to our live classes due to work , and/or childcare issues. . We will also be sharing healthy recipes in the group and I’ll be adding in some meditation practices too. just £10 per month. Its not too late if you want to sign up for June, just ping me a message – info@littlemis-fit.co.uk. or see me at class.

Our Kids after School Yoga programme is back this week too at Believe and Be. For kids age 4-9.

we have twice weekly sessions as follows :-

Monday afternoons 4.15pm-5pm
and
Wednesday afternoons 4.15pm-5pm

£25 per child for the 4 week block for June or pay as you go
£6.50

We also Have our Pilates for Mam and Baby starting this Monday 4th June x 4 weeks. £30 for the 4 weeks. Suitable from 6 weeks plus.

Mondays 1030am-1115am @ Dance Max, Consett .

Taking the time to fit in a workout is a brilliant way of getting some time in for yourself that will benefit your body, mind and spirit! Check out our class Timetable for this week :- Please do remember to book for all classes, if you can’t make it please let me know as soon as possible, as it may mean someone else can come in your place.

So our classes this week are as follows:-

Monday 04th June

10/10/10 6.30-7 pm @ North Durham Academy £4.00

Pilates 7pm-7.45pm @ North Durham Academy £6.00

or do both evening sessions for £8.00

Tuesday 05th June

PIIT – 7pm-7.30pm @ Tesco Community room, Consett £4.00

** Sold out, waitlist available **

Wednesday 06th June

Pilates 0945am-1030am @ Annfield Plain Church £6
and
Pilates for mams and Toddlers 1030am-1115am @ Annfield Plain Church £7

Thursday 07th June

PIIT 6.45pm-7.15pm @ Delves Lane Village Hall
£4.00
and
Stretch & Relax 7.15-7.45 @ Delves Lane Village Hall £4.00

or do both classes for £6.50

Friday 08th June

PIIT 6.30pm-7pm @ Annfield Plain Church £4
and
Pilates 7pm-7.30pm @ Annfield Plain Church £4

or do both classes for £6.50

Saturday 09th June

10/10/10 9am-9.30am @ Delves Lane Village Hall £4

and

Family Yoga 1015am-11am @ Delves Lane Village Hall £7 for 1 adult and 1 child

Have a great week guys and lets get focusing on our own self care this week as well as looking after those around us!

Joanne xoxo