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Back To Basics Self Care Practices

For the times when life feels completely overwhelming.

Here are some self-care practices that I like to call getting back to basics for those times when life feels completely overwhelming. Your rescue remedy awaits.

BACK TO BASICS SELF CARE PRACTICES

For the times when life feels completely overwhelming.

Here are some self-care practices that I like to call getting back to basics for those times when life feels completely overwhelming. Your rescue remedy awaits.

  1. Take an Epsom salt bath with aromatherapy oils.

A nurturing relaxation recipe to soothe the soul & drain away negative energy to leave you feeling refreshed & renewed. Fill a bath & add some Epsom salts, mix in a good 10 drops of rose geranium pure aromatherapy oil & 10 drops of lavender oil. This combination is like magic & will soothe your cares away. If you don’t have a bath you can still benefit from the magic of this aromatherapy blend by putting a few drops of each in the corner of the shower. Let the fragrant steam permeate your senses & visualise all the negative energy washing away as the water cascades down your body.

  1. Soothing Music

Play calming relaxation music, music that soothes your soul. My favourite is the spa radio channel on Pandora. Music has a powerful healing effect to change the vibrational frequency of your body at a molecular level.

  1. Light some candles

The calming effect of candlelight can be a simple yet sacred tool to help reduce stress. The gentle glow it creates helps to ease and soothe the mind & soul.

Create a cosy, nurturing atmosphere by lighting a few well-placed candles in your home. Adding a candle here & there will create softness in your room, which will instantly make it feel warm & welcoming, perfect for when you’re feeling overwhelmed. So, if you haven’t already, bring the tranquil & restorative light of candles into your life.

  1. Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy is most efficient when inhaling essential oils from a tissue, diffusing them in a vaporiser, or adding them to your bathwater. The aroma sends a signal, directly through our senses, which in turn influences our emotions. Aromatherapy can help to lift depression, soothe irritable nerves and generally encourage a better state of mind. This is why essential oils have such a powerful effect on our moods and general state of mind. Relaxing oils such as lavender, sweet marjoram, clary sage, sandalwood, frankincense & ylang ylang work by stimulating a neuro-chemical called serotonin that is naturally produced by the body to help relaxation & induce sleep. A dream remedy when feeling completely overwhelmed.

  1. Chamomile tea

Soothe your nerves with a cup of chamomile tea. Research has shown that chamomile is not only relaxing, but it can significantly decrease anxiety & even fight depression. To read more on this click here.

  1. Yoga

The next time you are feeling completely overwhelmed try practising a gentle yoga sequence. Yoga is well known for reducing anxiety & stress. The focus on breath within the practice of yoga has been seen to reduce the release of stress hormones & lower cortisol levels. Ease into a gentle session & stretch out any tension in your body to help induce a soothing, calming effect in your body & mind.

  1. Journal

Find a quiet space & write your heart out. Journaling is a very therapeutic way of releasing pent up energy. Vent & get it all out so there is no need for any negative emotions to stay trapped inside of your body. Once you’re done, simply tear it up, release it & let it be done & over with.

  1. Gratitude

Write in a gratitude journal all the things you are grateful for, as many as you can. This will help shift your energy from negative to positive & allow for more positive energy to usher into your life.

  1. Affirmations

Repeat out loud in front of a mirror a releasing affirmation. This is very powerful practice, as you are signifying to the universe that you are ready to be free of this thing, situation or person. Repeat “I am willing to release the need for ……… insert what you need to release here …….”, & watch as whatever it is you need to release begins to leave your life.

Go soothe & nurture your mind, body & soul

 

Create Your Sacred Healing Space

You can use this sacred space as a place to heal, find clarity & escape the pressures of the daily grind. Use it to receive inner guidance & knowledge as well as to write, draw, paint, chant, meditate or simply listen to birds sing outside. Your own private Oasis. Sounds like bliss right?

Why create a scared healing space of your very own you ask? Because it is one self-care practice that will serve you every time you feel the need to escape the hectic modern world time & time again. You will have a special place to go to, to heal, find clarity & escape the pressures & stress of the daily grind. You can use this sacred space as a place to receive inner guidance & knowledge as well as to write, draw, paint, chant, meditate or simply listen to birds sing outside. Your own private Oasis. Sounds like bliss right? Read on to create your very own sacred healing space.

  1. First of all, you need to find a place where you won’t be disturbed. If you live in a busy household investing in a lock on your door, a decent set of head phones or ear plugs is a great place to start!
  1. Next in your chosen space clear the clutter! This will eliminate old stagnant negative energies & allow for fresh new positive healing energy to flow through your special new healing space.
  1. Now the fun begins! Time to decorate your new special scared place! You could hang a screen, beads, or a billowy curtain to emphasize the importance of the environment as a place of solitude.
  1. Place a special rug & pillows on the floor to induce a state of comfort & nurturing.
  1. Next, set up an altar with spiritual objects to bring in the energy of spirituality. Each object can be placed with an intention for going deep within your heart and soul. Crystals are great for this.
  1. Creating your altar can be as simple as draping a small table with a special fabric. On top of the table, place items such as a scented candle, incense burner, essential oil diffuser, or natural objects like rocks and seashells that bring in the earth element.
  1. Add plants and flowers for energy, colour and increased oxygen. Lavender and purple symbolize spirituality, pink opens the heart, green brings in nature’s balance and yellow stimulates health. Read up on chakra colours & trust your inner guidance while choosing your colours.
  1. Hang pictures of gardens, mountains, angels, spiritual symbols, meaningful quotes & affirmations to impart a feeling of peace and harmony. There are many beautiful ones to choose from, pick the ones that sing to your soul.
  1. It is also a great place to play soft music (the spa radio channel on Pandora is great for this) Keep your personal development books & any spiritual guidance cards in this special place to offer you inspiration & further guidance.

    This sacred place you’ve just created is a perfect place to ask for guidance, connect with your higher self, do yoga, practice deep breathing & meditation to create a positive vision for your life. As you refocus on your inner life, you’ll find yourself calmer, clearer, happier and more inspired to follow your heart.

Enjoy your new scared healing space!

Healing Meditation

The healing benefits of meditation are countless, research shows that it not only decreases stress, depression & anxiety but will actually boosts your immune system & overall well-being.

The healing benefits of meditation are countless, research shows that it not only decreases stress, depression & anxiety but will actually boosts your immune system & overall well-being.

Boost your positive emotions & gain clarity & peace of mind by incorporating meditation into your routine on a daily basis.

To begin with as little as 5 minutes per day will show results! Slowly increase this time for extended benefits. As an established daily practice the benefits are limitless!

To meditate, all you need to do is sit or lie comfortably in a quiet area, close your eyes & focus on your breath. All kinds of internal chatter may arise while trying to do this & that’s ok, just let it pass & come back & focus on your breath.

Another great way to meditate is to focus on a particular word or phrase like ohm, love, let it go etc. Choose something that resonates with you, relax & go with the flow. Again if any internal chatter arises just observe it, release it & return to your chosen word or phrase.

There are many great guided meditations out there that are also wonderful. I find the best time to use these is before getting ready for a restful night’s sleep. It helps release the day & enter a peaceful slumber.

If you haven’t already, give it a go & experience the healing benefits of meditation for yourself, your body, mind & soul will thank you for it!

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