If the thought of “self-care” feels like another item you have to schedule… we need to talk.

You don’t need a spa weekend in Bali to reset (although, yes, that sounds amazing).

Sometimes all you need is five unapologetic minutes.

The next time life tries to pull you in ten directions, try this little act of rebellion:

1. Step away from whatever’s screaming for your attention.
2. Light your ScentedVenture “Just Give Me 5” candle.
3. Let the scent fill the room.
4. Breathe.
5. Do nothing.

Five minutes of peace in the middle of chaos? That’s not laziness, that’s strategy.

Those micro-pauses help your brain reset, your stress levels drop, and your mood lift just enough to handle the next wave with grace (and maybe a little side-eye).

So yes, you do have time for yourself. Even in five-minute bursts. And if someone asks why you’re doing “nothing,” just smile and say, “I’m refueling. Don’t interrupt the magic.”