We are in our third lock down, it's been a real struggle to continue to feel motivated and think of new ways that I can be creative, the world has been a very different place and I've tried not to mention the current situation but, how can I when it has become a recent way of life. So how do I support myself while still keeping my mental and physical health in tact.
Essential oils & Diffuser
Recently I discovered essential oils and how they can help to enhance my mood, emotions and feelings. Essential oils can be used if different ways, that's consist of aromatic use, topical use and internal use. My preferred options is currently aromatic use as this allows me to connect more with my emotions and mental wellbeing.
I've noticed that certain scents have a calming effect on my mind I feel a sense of relaxation. My routine has consisted of using a few drops of essential oils in a diffusers before I go to bed, normally I set the diffuser while I shower so the aromas can be inhaled as I enter the room, this helps set the mood creating a relaxation of the mind, soul and emotions for my meditation practice and has helped to enhance better sleep habits.
ASAKUKI 300ml Aromatherapy Oil Diffuser
KESOVI 400ml Essential Oils Diffuser Ultrasonic
Sunrise clock radio
I'm an early riser and few years I've suffered with seasonal effective disorder (SAD) which has had a dramatic effect on my motivation to be productive during the winter. It's been such a struggled to get out of bed and start my day, I purchased a sunrise clock radio and this had transformed my daily routine dramatically. The clock works by simulating a sunshine gradually 30 minutes before your alarm. Depending on the brand there are many features and sounds that can help to create a ambience helping you to arise and feel refreshed.
FITFORT Alarm Clock Wake Up Light-Sunrise/Sunset Simulation Table Bedside Lamp
Alarm Clock Wake Up Light- Light Alarm Clock with Sunrise/Sunset Simulation Dual
Mediation
Mediation does allow you to reset your throughs and relax the mind and body. There is almost a mediation practice for every situation the process of being mindful whether you choose small movements during guided mediation or finding a comfortable place to relax and drift away can bring a sense of calm.
