“I feel my days are on a rinse and repeat cycle – of the same ole, same ole”
“I am no longer feeling excited regularly – and I really miss that feeling”
“I am worried that I am in a rut, that I can’t seem to get out of”
Is this all sounding familiar?
Or you are fighting hard to not have it be familiar?
In this Fun Quickie episode, I’m diving into the power of what I call a “life exit”—stepping away from the motherload of demands to reset your energy, creativity, and zest for life.
I’ve just returned from Europe and can feel the difference in every part of me—more clarity, more fire in my belly, more creativity buzzing through my veins.
And here’s the thing: these exits don’t have to be epic vacations. They can be small, intentional breaks woven into your week.
Science shows that stepping out of routine and detaching from daily stressors can:
Boost overall well-being by 20%–40% immediately after the break
Increase vitality by 20%–30% after just one play day
Improve mood by 65% and energy by 35%
Life exits don’t have to be dramatic. Try:
Weekly play rituals → Saturday play days, community classes, or even a spontaneous YES day
Midweek resets → No-tech Wednesday nights, reading at a café, or unplugging from social media
Seasonal getaways → A vacation or mini break to recharge more deeply
The key is to break the routine and build in psychological detachment.
Detachment – mentally switching off from work and pressures
Relaxation – letting your body and mind recharge
Mastery – learning or trying something new
Control – choosing how you spend your time
When you combine these, you create a powerful formula for re-energizing your life.
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Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert
Teaching people and organizations how to make fun a habit in their lives or workplaces to improve their wellness, performance and vibrancy. www.minddoodles.ca
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