Looking for a pick-me-up or something surprisingly sweet to watch this weekend? This well-written and beautifully filmed French movie is sure to lift your spirits. Check out Angel-a. Great for date night, girls night in, or enjoy on your own. Tissues optional.
I recently went to an art therapy presentation and learned about art as a form of meditation and healing. Linda Shanti McCabe is an art therapist who works with recovering addicts, alcoholics, and women recovering from eating disorders and body image issues. I think she’s amazing! Within one short presentation she helped me to hear my heart and gave me the confidence to draw what I was feeling. She led the group through a short meditation focusing on the heart and then passed out paper and pastels so we could draw. I am definitely not an artist, but it felt so good to express my thoughts in color. Afterwards, we wrote down what the picture said to us when we looked at it and what our heart said when we listened. This simple exercise can be practiced at home whenever you’re feeling down or stressed. Don’t worry about what your drawing looks like, just let your heart guide your pen.
On Thursdays we take you to the well - your source for inspiration and how-tos.
Lets try a 2-minute experiment. Sit up straight and tall (and relaxed) in your most confident posture. Let every part of your body exude confidence and reflect it by the manner in which you are now sitting.
Now, keep this posture (dont change it) and think of a fearful thought.
Pretty difficult, isnt it?
Now let go of your confident posture and think of that fearful thought. Give in to the emotion of fear. What had to change? Did you shoulders slump? Did your head fall forward? Did your chest cave in or stomach tighten?
Go back to confident posture again to tune into the difference.
The purpose of this exercise is to illustrate how posture can be preventative medicine. The more youre able to keep a confident and relaxed posture, the less likely youll get thrown off, upset or defensive throughout your day.
Simple, right?
Easy to do? Not always.
Step one: Pay attention to your posture as much as possible each day this week.Put a post it on your monitor at work to remind you.
Step two: Each time you catch yourself slumping remember your confident posture and snap into it immediately.
Step three: Let us know how it goes. (because we love comments)
Wellness on Wednesday is all about the natural you!
Feeling emotionally, physically or mentally worn out after a long day? Take the plunge.
One of the best ways to pull toxins out of the body is to go for a dip in the ocean. The salt water helps the body cleanse through the pores of your body.
If you dont live by the beach, stock up on 3 staple and affordable detox ingredients: Epsom salt, baking soda, sea salt and do a little detoxing at home.
1/3 C Epsom salt
1/3 C Sea Salt
1/3 C Baking Soda
Soak time: 15-20 minutes
3 drops lavendar essential oil (optional, for added relaxation)
About a year ago one of my yoga teachers introduced me to this little bottle of liquid healing. The ambrosia of all essential oils. Di-Gize is an essential oil blend of tarragon, ginger, peppermint, juniper, fennel, lemongrass, anise, and patchouli, and works by aiding the digestive system. Its made by Young Living, my favorite essential oil company. Anytime I have an upset stomach I simply put a few drops on my hand, rub it on my stomach, and within thirty minutes or less Im cured. Its amazing! I like to take it with me when Im traveling and trying new foods or whenever my stomach is feeling a little off. Heres a little secret- after you rub it on your stomach, lick your hand to speed up the process. If rubbing and licking isnt your style, just pour a few drops in a glass of water and enjoy.
