28/01/2024
Are you striking the right balance? ⚖️
In life we can often become unbalanced in our priorities. This can be seen with our work or home life split, our eating habits and a multitude of other areas, but especially so in our self-care habits, if we have any at all.
You know as well as I do that self-care can quickly get pushed to the bottom of that never ending ‘to-do’ list that we all have.
The mind, body and soul are all all parts of us that make us whole. I saw this great quote earlier that shared about 3 daily wins: the mental, physical and spiritual.
~ your mind
1. Pick up a good book
2. Turn off your devices for 15-60 minutes
3. Mindfulness - be present in the moment, take stock.
4. Meditate a little - close your eyes, focus on your breath and just notice the thoughts that enter your mind without getting carried away in the story, view them as clouds passing by the sky.
~ your body
1. Movement - go for a walk, stretch or workout even for 10 minutes
2. Focus on your breathing for 60 seconds
3. Eat a healthy snack, re-fuel and keep that blood sugar stable
4. Take a nap (after a Sunday roast, even better) 😍
- your soul
1. Write, whether you enjoy to write or whether it is a brain dump, get something on paper.
2. Gratitude, take stock of all the wonderful things you have in your life.
3. Savour / Create your own calming ritual - even if that is your first cup in the morning, or a skincare ritual at night. Simple, unrushed moments especially at the start and end of the day can really soothe the soul.
4. Connect with those you love - in any way you can, a message, call or visit. If not someone you love, smile at a stranger and feel your heart fill 🥰
As the beautiful Francesca from reminded us on Friday, “nobody is more worthy than your time” than you. Caring for yourself helps us grow and bring light into the world in a way that we can’t if you are feeling depleted and low.
So what do you need to prioritise? Which area needs a little more love and nurture this week?
COMMENT what you will be incorporating this week 💫