5 Ways to Take 5 at Work & DIY Zen Garden

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When you’re working hard, it’s super important to take afternoon breaks to recharge – both mentally and physically. Sometimes, working in an office can present a different set of challenges when it comes to ‘taking 5. I’ve put together some ways to take an afternoon break, whether you need to recharge your mind, rest your mind/body or spark creativity.

Office Chair Stretches

Sitting at a desk all day takes its toll on your body. There are so many office chair stretches you can do. Don’t worry – most won’t freak your co-workers out!  One that I like to use is a simple seated twist. With your spine tall and straight, you’ll turn from the bottom of your spine to one side. You can use the arms of your chair to hold onto. Inhale/exhale and then repeat on the other side.   This is great at relieving an achy back.

Indulge in Something Sweet…..

…..without the calories or guilt. Diet Dr Pepper® is the perfect reward to enjoy during a hard earned afternoon break. Enjoy this sweet reward while you take 5 at your desk, or take it with you on a stroll outside.

When you’re working hard, it’s super important to take afternoon breaks to recharge – both mentally and physically. Sometimes, working in an office can present a different set of challenges when it comes to ‘taking 5. I’ve put together some ways to take an afternoon break, whether you need to recharge your mind, rest your mind/body or spark creativity.

Go For a Walk

If you can actually take a lap around the building, the fresh air will do you well. Otherwise, a walk to a different part of the building will do, too!

Clear Clutter

Clean out that top drawer or organize the file holder on your desk. Do one (small enough) task that will help recharge your mind. I always feel better when I’ve decluttered something.

Relax Your Mind

Change your desktop image, listen to music or try this DIY Zen Garden.

Tinkering with the sand, stones and rake may be all you need to clear your mind a bit.

Making DIY Zen Garden

What You’ll Need:

• Picture Frame with Deep Border
• Fine Granule Sand
• Miniature Items (You can find these at the craft store) – rake, zen items, small stones, Buddha, etc.
• Towel to work on

To Make:

Lay down a towel so you don’t get the fine sand all over your working space.Place the frame right side up, glass intact. Make sure the back is secured tightly. You’ll want to fill the area on top of the glass with sand.

This is why you want to have a deep inset frame so that you can create a “pool” of sand without spilling over the sides.

Spread out the sand and place your items. And that’s it!

You’ll love relaxing with this zen garden while at work – and so will those that stop at your desk or in your office! Pair it with a cold Diet Dr Pepper and you’ve got yourself an instant afternoon break right at your desk.

You can also relax your mind with this digital adult coloring book! Coloring can be equally as relaxing as this zen garden. But you can’t break out an adult coloring book and markers at your desk. Thanks to Diet Dr Pepper, you can combine the sweet taste of Diet Dr Pepper with an awesome free digital adult coloring book brought to you by Lil’ Sweet.  Visit this website to create your own.

Choose your image

And color!

Here is mine – so much fun! You can even add fun stickers, share or print out!

You can find Diet Dr Pepper  at Walmart – and best of all you can win a sweet reward when you buy Diet Dr Pepper at Walmart by uploading your receipt at drpepper.com/Walmart – a fun new online experience to try during your next afternoon break!

You can also take advantage of the Walmart eGift Card offer: Buy $10 worth of Diet Dr Pepper in a single transaction, get a $5 Walmart eGift Card. Such a great deal!

How do you recharge during the work day? What is your favorite way to take an afternoon break?

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