Spring is an opportune time to embark on a gentle, all-inclusive cleanse to refresh our emotional,
physical, mental, and spiritual
well-being.
Why Not Set the Intention to:
Release toxins from mind, body, and spirit
Increase energy and vitality
Relax nervous system and calm the mind
Reset one's natural state of balance
Make choices that promote optimal health and
well-being
Spring clean our eating plans as well as our bodies, minds, homes, offices,
closets, and spirits.
With some research and planning, self-discipline, and a little elbow grease we can add more whole food choices to our meal plans and set aside adequate time for additional self-care.
Then as we dust,
scrub, and organize our living space, even tiny steps along the way help us feel more self-empowered.
Be mindful to shop for and/or grow foods that refresh, heal, and enhance wellness and make us glad to be alive.
For best results, eat more fruits and vegetables and less animal products, sugary foods, fried foods, and highly processed foods.
Feature salads and dishes that include cleansing ingredients including celery, parsley, beets, avocados, spinach, garlic, onions, cucumbers, broccoli, berries, and dark leafy greens that are in-season and local.
Look for the freshest produce, the kind that's brightly colored, organic (not sprayed with toxic chemicals or comes from seeds that are genetically modified), and hasn't spent days or weeks coming to us from distant lands.
Fresh fruit and vegetables are powerful foods that improve our outlook as well as satisfy hunger. Read additional tips to help us discover wholesome foods that elevate mood .
Reserve time each week to look inward. Deep breathing, tai chi, or other meditative arts calm our minds, soothe our nervous systems, and reduces information overload
that builds up and contributes to our stress.
Develop and maintain a meditation practice, as it helps reduce negative thoughts, detox our being, and improves energy over time.
Unplug from electronic devices, email, phone, and other
distractions for a set period of time each day.
This is a direct, uncomplicated way to improve mental and physical well-being, focus attention on our priorities, reduce
stress, and allow for better sleep and relationships.
Look at less TV
and use that time for relaxing activities like walking or hobbies. Time spent
with loved ones, engaging in physical or social activities, and in learning new
things, does much to enliven living.
Fit movement and exercise into each day. Reap benefits of physical activity including improved cardiovascular
health, better flexibility, weight management, enhanced mood and cognitive function,
and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
For ideas read Benefits of Walking Every Day and Phenomenal Reasons Yoga Enhances Health.
Create healthy outlets
for emotional expression. Use journaling, art, yoga, dance, or music to help us get stuck feelings (energy) out.
Be proactive and participate in leisure activities that restore balance or shift our focus to something positive and calming.
Remember there is no
one-size-fits-all detox method. We need only try ones that appeal to us.
Aim for 7-8 hours of quality sleep per night to support our body's natural detoxification process. For motivation we can read this article from WebMD, How Much Sleep Do I Need?
Get a dose of sunlight (Vitamin-D), exercise, and fresh air in the morning hours, as this combo stimulates feel good hormones, lifts our mood, and gives us more energy throughout the day.
Stay hydrated. Water helps flush out toxins,
supports the body's natural detoxification processes, and aids in maintaining
proper organ function, especially the kidneys and liver.
Check-in with our body, mind, and spirit at some point during the day (I like to take a few minutes at the end of the day to do this) to review the day's learnings, insights, and areas where we still need work.
Use this check-point to note our progress, and discover how we are responding to the changes we're making. Then we can adjust our approach accordingly.
When we are trying out new behaviors, struggling to overcome something, or working on improving self-care routines, treating ourselves with self-compassion is essential.
Self-compassion means being kind and understanding, especially when we face challenges or setbacks,
rather than being critical or judgmental.
Make it a point to acknowledge the positives
in our lives by writing out a daily gratitude list and counting our blessings often.
Note: The information in this blog post is shared
for entertainment and educational purposes only.It is not intended as medical advice. If you seekmedical attention, consult with your health careprovider.
Have you thought about doing a spring detox
this year?
Which of the tips resonate with you?
Please comment below. Feel free to mentionpractices that help you detox.
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