I don’t know about you, but nearly everyone I know is freaking out. Watching the daily news is enough to shake anyone up. Plus, nearly all of us have everyday pressures at work and home that never seem to let up.
Here’s 4 ways to stop freaking out and refresh yourself …
Refresh your mind
a. Take a news fast. Turn off the tube and shut down the smartphone for a while. You’ll be amazed by it.
b. Practice mindfulness. Why jump into a future of doom and gloom. Instead anchor yourself in this moment and enjoy the outdoors, cuddle your pet, have a good laugh.
c. Listen to Guided Mindfulness Meditations: Practicing Presence & Finding Peace. The net effect is calmer nerves, a brighter outlook, stronger memory, sharper focus, and a more balanced perspective. Or get Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation and Stress Relief as a book and audio set (New Harbinger, 2015)
Take charge – Chaos or calmness is up to you
a. Quickly reset your nervous system and brighten yourself up with breathing better. It makes a world of difference
b. Completely relax yourself physically, mentally, emotionally and more. Experience bliss with yoga nidra. See a list of yoga nidra benefits here.
c.Take a “2-Hour Nap in less than 10 Minutes.” (free video)
Practice self-care
a. Get some sleep – Oh, can’t sleep? Practice yoga nidra. (1 hour = 4 hours sleep). Listen to Yoga Nidra: Guided Meditations for Relaxation and Renewal It will help you get to sleep too.
b. Eat and drink with good nutrition in mind (mindfully of course). Avoid excessive food, alcohol, caffeine, and sugar.
c. Treat yourself to beauty – outside in nature, museums, get a treatment at the spa
d. Do something you enjoy – exercise, color, sports, see a movie, call a friend, hobbies, etc.
Ask for Help
Lavender water is so refreshing and it’s long-lasting. It can be used to freshen up the air or try spraying it on your yoga mat or bed sheets. It can even be used to spritz your clothes while ironing. I like to keep a small bottle in my car for cooling off on hot days. Lavender water is for external use only. Do not spray into eyes or other sensitive areas.
