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One of my greatest strengths is my appreciation for what is aesthetically pleasing. It's no wonder that I seek out places of beauty as sources of recreation and energizing. I find this especially true when I visit the Hawaiian Islands. My entire being is enveloped by the sights, sounds, and smells of my surroundings. In Kauai I stayed at a vacation site that is just a stone's throw from the ocean. The lapping of the waves against the shore lulls me to sleep each night. Plumeria fills the air with its fragrance. I gaze in awe at the incredible sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. I remind myself that I can always take a vacation in my mind whenever the stress of the day starts to overcome me. After a short break I return refreshed to the task at hand. Where do you go when you need a mental break in your day?