The hustle and bustle of the holiday season has really been taking its toll lately.
As you can imagine, I don’t get a whole lot of “me” time as a mom of five, so I’ve learned to work in short bursts of relaxation when I can throughout the day to prevent myself from being overwhelmed by everything.
One of my favorite methods for relaxation lately is just taking a few minutes to listen to Seal’s latest CD, Soul. I close my eyes and just become one with the music, and after about 15 minutes I’ve regained most of my sanity and am ready to tackle life head on again.
Soul features eleven classic soul songs, and I truly feel like there’s something here for everyone. If you’d like to hear a taste, just check out the widget in my sidebar!
One lucky Deal Seeking Mom reader will win a copy of Soul so he or she can kick back and relax a little, and as an added bonus, you’ll receive these great little Lego iPod speakers from Delight.com. (I’m so jealous of these – I think they’re just adorable!)
If you’re not familiar with Delight.com:
Think of Delight.com as a unique boutique that stocks the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Delight features eco-friendly tote bags, gadgets for guys, kitchen gear that is smart and saves time, travel essentials, one-of-a-kind baby gifts, stocking stuffers for holiday gift shopping and unique jewelry and décor accessories with most under $50.
So tell me how do you unwind after a rough day? Can you tell when you haven’t been taking enough time for yourself? How have your learned to make time? I know I struggle with this, so I would assume a lot of you do as well, and I’m looking forward to you sharing your tips.
Methods of entry:
1. Leave a comment. Share your tips on how to unwind and relax when you’ve had a difficult day.
2. Add Deal Seeking Mom to your blogroll or add my badge to your sidebar. I’ve got some surprises in store during the month of January for readers that help me spread the word about Deal Seeking Mom! Get a head start by adding my site to your blogroll or my badge to your sidebar now. Make sure to come back and leave the link to your site in a separate comment!
Prize:
Seal Soul CD + Lego iPod Speakers
This giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. EDT on Friday, December 19th. I’ll use Random.org to select the winning comment. The winner will be posted on Saturday, December 20th. Good luck!
While you’re in a contest entering mood, don’t forget to check out the Giveaway Gathering for a variety of contests being hosted on Deal Seeking Mom readers’ blogs!
Cindy Dickerson
I like to go into my sewingroom and work on a project mostly for my grandchildren. It only takes about 15-20 minutes for me to start to unwind and then I am refreshed.
Jean F
Go upstairs, shut my bedroom door, and read.
Yvonne
First I start with a nice long walk. When I get home I shower, than sit down & watch some TV.
Diana
I like to read a book while soaking in a hot bath. thanks!
Erma
I get my pj’s on and either watch tv or read. Thanks for the chance to win.
Littlemissknowitall
I learned long ago to schedule in times of quiet. Every morning I have 15 minutes set aside while the kids eat breakfast to be alone in my room. I get time to pray and just have some quiet. I love to sit in my chair and look at the tree right outside the window, watching the birds play in the tree. That simple 15 minutes really grounds me and reminds me its the simple things, the things we can’t even really provide ourselves, that really bring peace and happiness!
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Littlemissknowitall
I added your site to my blogroll!
Leona P
put on a movie and relax
Linda Lansford
After a stressful day I surf the net
djp
yes i’d like to win this because i grew up on this stuff and i lost my 8 track
veronica sandberg
quiet hot bath
janeh
bubble bath, music and/or a good mystery novel…..
Sue Farrell
I like to relax by just laying on the couch petting my cat and listening to some good music.
Vicki Wurgler
take a warm blanket, a good book and curl up on the couch
Angela J
Just kick off your shows, put on some easy listening music, and relax and meditate.
Terri D
I listen to soft, calming music on the way home in the car.
prplrush
Thanks for the great giveaway! The way i relax is by grabbing a drink and turning my speakers on full blast and blasting music according to my mood! ;)
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Susan Ledet
My favorite way to unwind is by either taking a walk or a nice long bubblebath.
I love Seal’s voice and listening to his new CD would help me to relax too.
Honey
I enjoy the quintessential bubble bath with candles. Or a little yoga followed by a hot cup of tea…Thanks for the giveaway!
Chris
I like to listen to some light music and have a glass of red wine. I would love to Seal. Thanks.
Tammy
I like to cuddle beneth my quilt on the sofa and read a good book
jenny
I unwind after the kids are in bed by getting on the computer and catching up on all the blogging I have missed all day! It always relaxes me to read about all the money saving everyone is doing! Thanks for the give a way!
Monique Rizzo
I love putting on some music and enjoying a glass of wine by the fireplace!
Kimberly L
For me I try to take a 15-20 minute walk – it does wonders
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Noreen
eat ice cream and read a trashy novel
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Ed Nemmers
I stretch and then go running.
Catherine KingChuparkoff
I play on the floor with the girls and then we do some stretching and tickling and all of the laughing is very therapeutic.
Susan P
quiet time
ann
i unwind and relax by drinking a big cup of green tea and soaking my feet in a tub of hot water. this is soo relaxing, especially at this time of the year when the weather is so much colder!
TIMMY
Sex works for me…what can I say…I’m a horndog!