Vision In Blue

Today I was reminded that not everyone knows how to relax. Some people have so much on their plate that they don't know how to maximise time to chill out and enjoy a do nothing day. So for those of you who are looking for enlightenment, or those of you who are simply looking to hone your skills, here are my top tips for a complete relaxation optimised day. NOTE : You can't just enter a do nothing day halfheartedly, to do it properly you need to commit and pre-plan the essentials. So where should you start? Here are my top tips for what needs to be done in the... Run up to a do nothing day Snacks : During the week when you go to the supermarket pick up some essential munchies. Remember to make it a variety because you never know what might take your fancy. Go for savoury and sweet [together if you're so inclined... sweet and salty popcorn is awesome, as is salted popcorn with a side of peanut M&Ms], crisps, ice cream, chocolate, biscuits, pastries, fruit [i...

... or How I'm Still Sitting On The Sofa Playing On The Internet. I am an expert at procrastination. Although to be fair I did come in from work and do more work... madness I know! At the weekend I had twenty things to do... I managed to achieved four things. Yesterday I achieved another two. I have to do all the rest by Saturday. I just keep thinking, "I've got all this time off at Christmas, I can do it then." Although that is not true of everything on the list. I'm always amazed at how many ways there are to procrastinate in the evening when I have things to do. So many things that when push comes to shove are much more fun than chores. TV Films A box of maltesers [that was tonight's distractions]. Playing on Pinterest. ... and Twitter. ... and Facebook. ... and candy crush. Thinking about all the things I have to do. Writing a blog post about all the things I'm doing instead of doing the things I should be. Planning the blog posts ...