Skip the expensive self-care products. This holiday season, strengthen your spirit with the oldest ritual in the book: lighting a candle. Here's why it works: the simple act of lighting a candle signals your brain that it's time to pause. That flame becomes focal point, a micro-meditation. The simple act of lighting a candle can… Continue reading Daily Candle Rituals for Stress Relief This Holiday Season
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Box Breathing Technique
Calm your nerves with this easy breathing exercise: 1. Breathe in for 4 seconds 2. Hold for 4 seconds 3. Breathe out for 4 seconds 4. Hold for 4 seconds 5. Repeat Let it all go, relaxing deeper with each exhalation Imagine your chest is a screen that allows feelings and energy to flow through… Continue reading Box Breathing Technique
Spend time in nature
Hi all! I’m writing to you from a tree hammock that I set up in Pennypack 🙂 I just finished up doing my daily mile - today was hiking hills! The park is so refreshing with all the plants and animals, the fresh air is unmatched. I always leave feeling happy and inspired. Whether it’s… Continue reading Spend time in nature
Find your sacred spot
It could be a little nook in the corner of the house, your bedroom, a writing desk, where ever you feel relaxed and inspired. Fill your space with things that bring you joy… Plants, pillows, a candle, blanket maybe, some good books, incense, a journal. Use your sacred space to set morning intentions, as a… Continue reading Find your sacred spot
Legs on the wall
Hi all! I’m currently writing to you with my legs up on the wall. 🙂 When we sit or stand for long periods of time, it can hurt our blood circulation. Our legs and feet can even become swollen, or worse… So when we put our legs above our heart we are encouraging happy blood… Continue reading Legs on the wall
Breathing Stress Away
Can deep breathing really help ease my stress? Yes! When you find yourself getting worked up in a stressful situation... Taking a few deep breaths is an easy way to calm your mind and nerves. Deep breathing = natural stress reliever Here’s how to utilize deep breathing to help reduce stress: 1. Find somewhere quiet… Continue reading Breathing Stress Away
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