5 Relaxation Ideas with Tommy Bahama

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Something I’m not the greatest at is taking the time to indulge in some true rest and relaxation time. As I’ve mentioned before, I tend to be pretty high-strung and anxious (at least on the inside!) I’ve learned that sometimes I really just need a breather. Relaxing is good for my own sanity and for others around me, too.

With National Relaxation Day coming up on August 15th, there’s no time like the present to share a few of my favorite relaxation activities and get prepared, right?

5 Relaxation Ideas for Relaxation Day / hellorigby!

5 Relaxation Ideas with Tommy Bahama

ONE: Relax with a Good Book & the Chillax Cocktail

Chillax Cocktail with Tommy Bahama / 5 Relaxation Ideas / hellorigby!
There are so many great books coming out this month, and first up on my list is to read Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty. To get your relaxation on, grab a blender and throw together 1 part mango, 1 part Coco Lopez Coconut Cream, and  1½ parts orange juice to create the Tommy Bahama Chillax smoothie, or kick it up a notch by adding 1 ½ parts Cruzan® Mango Rum and ¾ parts Cruzan® Vanilla Rum to the mix. There’s nothing like a nice cold beverage and a good book, right?

TWO: Go for a walk in a new place.

Rigby the Shiba in the Grass / hellorigby!
I’m not one to hit the gym, so my preferred exercise of choice is taking the dog for a nice long walk. It’s always a nice way to clear your head, take in lots of fresh air, and there’s nothing like finding a new secret spot in your ‘hood!

THREE: Treat yourself to lunch out, or coffee and a treat.

Cupcake Royale Cupcake and Latte Coffee / 5 Relaxation Ideas / hellorigby!
Sometimes it’s nice to just get out of the house and enjoy a lunch by yourself (especially if it includes sitting on a patio for a little Vitamin D!), or a cup of coffee (iced or hot, pick your poison.) Nothing says relaxation to me like a nice chocolate-y dessert to go with that coffee!

FOUR: Treat yourself to a nice facial, or a foot massage.

Indulge in a Facial at Skoah Seattle / 5 Relaxation Ideas / hellorigby!
Full body massages can be pretty expensive, so I like to treat myself to a facial or a foot massage instead. Ask around or check out Yelp for hidden gems. A lot of smaller massage places will give you a foot massage (and sometimes they include more than just your feet) for a steal!For a budget-friendly facial, try to find a cosmetology school in your area. I’ve been able to score a decent facial for under $30! If you’re not feeling that adventurous, you could always have DIY spa day at home! Try a new facial mask, pick up some nail masks, or just give your feet a nice soak.

FIVE: Reorganize your closet.

Reorganize Your Closet / 5 Relaxation Ideas / hellorigby!
Okay, this one does not sound relaxing, but bear with me. Cleaning is one of the most relaxing activities for me. Something about purging the old, making room for the new, and the feeling of accomplishment at the end of the whole thing. Now I’m not telling you to go scrub a toilet, that’s just gross and no one likes doing that. But purging your closet of stuff you aren’t wearing, or going through a junk pile that you’ve been meaning to take care of can be pretty rewarding (especially if you find money or something you thought you’d lost!) And it is one less thing on your future to do list. Win-win right?

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5) $50 Uber Credit

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1) Air Transportation for 4 anywhere Alaska Airlines flies
2) 7 night stay for 4 at the Fairmont Orchid Hawaii
3) $1000 Tommy Bahama Gift Card
4) Dinner at the Tommy Bahama Restaurant on Mauna Lani
5) $200 Uber Credit
6) Summer of Go Travel Pack

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Thank you to Tommy Bahama for sponsoring today’s post. All ideas and thoughts about relaxation are my own.
Would you try any of these relaxation ideas? What’s your favorite way to relax?

54 thoughts on “5 Relaxation Ideas with Tommy Bahama

  1. Kristen

    this is a great list! personally i love cleaning as well, and there is nothing more relaxing than sitting back with a good book AFTER the whole house is clean lol. just nobody move, or do anything that will make a mess. haha! i really need to reorganise my closet soon, its starting to overflow, normally i am way on top of it!

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  2. Krystal R.

    Ahh this list (sans reorganizing the closet which is pure torture) sounds so relaxing!!! A walk in a new place is just the best and relaxing with a book? doesnt get better!

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    1. Jenn Post author

      Haha! I know, its definitely not for everyone. Sometimes I tackle smaller cleaning projects instead. Love relaxing with a good book though, it’s hard to beat!

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  3. Nancy

    Feels so good to relax after a long day of work, or chores around the house doesn’t it? I love getting a pedicure or mani to relax, or simply watch a movie on netflix, in bed.

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    1. Jenn Post author

      Absolutely! Watching movies in bed is one of my favorites too, nice to just take a load off and not have to work your brain too hard ;)

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  4. kendall

    I am totally with you! When I’m feeling stressed out I clean too – and it somehow calms things down. I think it’s something to do with feeling completely in control over the task at hand.

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  5. Neely

    I love the coffee treat. Hello coffee addict here. I try once a week to go get myself a special coffee and sit to read a book for an hour.

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  6. Nikki Spencer

    I am loving all these relaxation ideas! My favorite is to take 20 minutes and start by freeform writing for 10 minutes, anything that pops into my head… coherent or otherwise. Clear my head and take a deep breath… and curl up with a hot cup of something and just be. This rarely happens with 3 littles running around, though. ;) Lovely share!

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