Operation Getaway: Don’t Let Stress Rob You of Your Mental Health
RootedOnTheVine deals on self-care based on biblical principles so you can fulfill your God-given purpose. Photo by Unsplash In the 1970s and 80s, a personal products company created an advertising campaign with a slogan that became embedded in American culture: “Calgon, take me away!” Whether the idea that a luxurious bubble bath could mentally transport you away from stressful triggers fomented with a popular commercial from 40-plus years or not, we now know that it can indeed be an effective self-care strategy when you need a brief mental respite. Nonetheless, the tub soak is no substitute for being able to physically remove yourself from your daily routine, which makes the mental separation much easier to accomplish. Experts have long advocated taking vacations as essential to our overall well-being…