Following is a list of daily (if you can!) practices that I recommend to
my clients and students who are in the midst of major life
transitions. They come in handy for any of us - even if we're not in
the middle of major change - as an act of daily self-care. If you
can't manage to fit them all into a daily routine, pick one that's
"non-negotiable" and add that to your current schedule.
1. Eat healthy food. This means eating organic
food when possible, lots of fruits and vegetables, and a pharmaceutical
grade multi-vitamin. Organic food is widely available from health food
stores as well as membership community farms.
2. Drink lots of water. Especially during times of
concentration, it’s important to drink plenty of water. The harder our
brains work, the more quickly we become de-hydrated. Drinking water all
day long will help you to think more clearly and feel more energetic.
3. Get enough sleep. In my workshops, when I ask how
many attendees are getting enough sleep on a regular basis, only a few
hands go up. Sleep is a high priority for maintaining health and
emotional well-being. You simply can’t function at your best without
enough sleep. In addition, lack of sleep leads to higher levels of
stress as your mind and body strive to compensate.
4. Get exercise. This could be walking, going to the
gym, doing yoga, or anything that increases your energy and gets your
heart-rate up. Exercise is a great way to feel good, maintain a healthy
body weight, and reduce stress.
5. Engage in a spiritual practice. This could be
meditation, being in nature, or anything that’s meaningful to you. Once
in the morning and once in the evening “book-ends” your day in a centered,
grounded manner.
6. Get outside daily. Spending time outside in nature
and getting fresh air is so important to mental health and a positive
outlook. Notice how much better you feel after spending time outdoors.
7. Write in a journal.
It’s a good idea to get your thoughts down on paper at the end or
beginning of the day. In the beginning of the day, journaling can be
used as a way to set intentions for the day ahead. In the evening, it
can be used as a way to give thanks for all the good things that
happened that day.
8. Get and give hugs. Connect physically to loved ones
and friends. This act alone can provide instant feelings of love and
affection, both important for mental and physical health and well-being.
9. Share a meal with family or friends. This is a great way to connect with others during the day, a great ritual whose benefits are numerous.
10. Use essential oils. Pure essential oils can be used daily to rejuvenate, calm, and provide emotional and physical support in a number of ways.
For resources for multi-vitamins and essential oils, please contact me for details.
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