Self-care

[Ms. Down-to-Earth]

Self-care is the act of taking care of yourself. It doesn't need to be complicated, time-consuming, or expensive.
-Read. Just about anything works, as long as it isn't something that causes you stress.
-Go Outside. A short stroll can clear your head and re-energize your mood.
-Call A Friend. Take the time to call someone who helps you feel good and who will brighten your day.
-Colour. Colouring can act to calm you down and clear your mind as you focus on the task at hand.
-Listen To Music. Choose music you enjoy;it can energize, relax, or inspire you>it doesn't matter. Focus on the music and enjoy the time to yourself.
-Practice Mindfulness. Sit in a comfortable position and focus on your breathing. When thoughts enter your mind, let them pass through without judgement and refocus on your breathing.
-Take A Nap. Take the time to add to your sleep bank. A nap of 15 minutes can do wonders.
-Think Positively. Soon you'll notice, by making this conscious effort, that you are feeling better about things and life in general.

[Jorgelito Hagens]

What I do when feeling low, "less than" or negative in any way is repeat to myself ... LET MY THOUGHTS AND FEELINGS REST AWHILE IN ME BY HOLDING A SPACE NEITHER PRO NOR CON. It dissipates the negative energy and re-centers myself immediately without resorting to any judgement.

[Jorgelito Hagens]

Naps and sleep are great for problem solving. Knotty problems so often are solved when I wake up!

[Ms. Down-to-Earth]

Last night, my daughter was stressed about her upcoming exams and has a tummy ache - used lavender oil and had a great nights sleep. Getting adequate sleep makes you better able to cope with stress.

[Jorgelito Hagens]

I can verify that going outside is the ticket. Just about everyday I go sit under the trees at the park. It feels like whatever needs healing is being healed. The outside knows what to do even when I don't.

[Ms. Down-to-Earth]

Thanks for your reply! Take your morning cup of coffee (or tea) and sit outside with nature before starting your day.

[Jorgelito Hagens]

It's going be tea this morning with sunbeams in the window!

[Jorgelito Hagens]

My doctor used to say something like get plenty of rest and lots of water and I'll see you in a week. But a better one is GET LOTS OF REST, PLENTY OF WATER AND SUNSHINE. 'Cause sunshine can make all the difference.

[Ms. Down-to-Earth]

Take a relaxing bubble bath. Use aromatic bubbles, perhaps darken the lights, play music, whatever cares for you and your soul.

[Jorgelito Hagens]

Sounds wonderful!

[Jorgelito Hagens]

Here's a word from Spirit Doctor . . .

[Jorgelito Hagens]

I believe there's vitality in the air coming from the sun, still there several hours after the sun goes down. So my plan to ward off a sore throat is gargle with salt water and get a bit of sunshine too. It seems to energize me too.