Four Ways To Feel Lighter This Spring
Spring is a time of renewal – a time when the world around us blooms and sprouts in beauty – and there’s an innate desire within us to do the same. The heaviness of Winter is still lingering, but when the sun starts shining a little warmer, we desire to go into major spring cleaning mode.
This could mean our homes, closets, eating habits, relationships, and maybe even a social media detox -- who couldn't use that every once in awhile?! Needless to say, we are thirsting to feel a little lighter, in more ways than one, when Spring finds us.
Here are my suggestions for how you can feel lighter this Spring…
Simplify
Simplify your meals and you’ll feel like a brand new person. Meal planning, grocery shopping, having to think of what’s for dinner each night… it’s exhausting. Try eating very simply for the next week and see how things shift for you. Eat whole foods, with few ingredients and minimal prep time. Think mason jar salads or roasted broccoli and a small piece of grilled salmon or chicken. Simplicity.
When Life Gives You Lemons
It may sound incredibly simple, but that’s what we’re doing here! Simple, beneficial changes that don’t overwhelm you. Add a squeeze of lemon into your water in the morning (and throughout the day, if you wish) and enjoy the alkalizing, naturally detoxification benefits. Your digestive system will thank you and you’ll enjoy a nice boost of natural energy.
Start Small
Make a list of what you’d like to declutter in your home. Start small, and make a list of which tasks have priority. Can you even remember the last time you’ve worn one whole half of your closet? Start there. Start with whatever is the biggest burden on you. The state of your surroundings has a huge impact on your overall wellbeing.
Improvements
What have you been hoping to add to your life to give it more value? Have you been meaning to start painting again? Have you been promising yourself for months that you were finally going to start working out, or reading more? What instantly pops in your head when you read this? Start by adding one thing in the next week that will improve the quality of your life. Perhaps it’s a new, relaxing evening ritual or a commitment to get bi-weekly massages for stress relief. Pick one thing, and go for it!
Baby steps coupled with consistent, daily action will get you there in no time, without feeling overwhelmed. I’d love to hear what suggestion you picked. Hit reply and let me know which suggestion you’re going to start next week to add more quality to your days, and I’ll let you know which one I picked!
The information in this article is for general educational purposes only, and should not be construed or interpreted as medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new heathcare regimen. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this article or any linked materials.