1. Nourish with beauty. If you want more beauty in your life, then spend time in beauty. Try “forest bathing” and immerse yourself in nature and fresh air.
2. Tidy up. Since clutter and disorder heighten our stress levels, the simple act of cleaning and simplifying can naturally relax your nervous system and refresh your life.
3. Move with fluidity.
When stressed, intentionally move smoother. Stand tall, relax your face and shoulders. Move with ease and confidence. Your mind will follow what your body does.
4. Play. Happiness, laughter and play are powerful antidotes for stress. When we were kids, we were taught to work – as adults, we need to be taught to play again! We remember how to, right?
5. Eat to nourish. Eat beautiful, colorful, organic, local fruits and vegetables for vitality and health. Fast food, sugar, processed foods, empty calories and too much caffeine will stress out our systems.
6. Breathe. Practice breathing during your daily actions, such as driving or doing the dishes. When you feel tension rising, breathe in like you are smelling a flower, breathe out like you are blowing out a candle and relax.
7. Nourishing time. Create nourishing morning routines that set the tone for the day. You don’t always have time or resources for big vacations, so daily TLC is like a micro-vacation and a vitamin for the soul.
8. Sleep. Sleep is crucial! Wind down with a relaxing cup of chamomile tea, unplug from your electronics and reflect on the best moments of your day. Then settle in for a good night's sleep.
9. Practice acts of beauty. By being kind to others, connecting and acting beautifully, we are naturally nourished. We can’t wait for our lives to be perfect to take care of ourselves. Self-nourishment is not a selfish act, but an act of love. Consistency and persistency create powerful habits.
Denise Frakes is a Home and Life Coach and Facilitator of the Puget Sound Asthma Coalition. She specializes in vibrant living, clutter clearing, healthy homes and practices that uplift your life. Visit Denise’s website and blog at www.DeniseFrakes.com or email her at dfbluesky@yahoo.com
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