Stressless Summers
With warmer weather and longer hours of day light it seems natural to slow down just a little and take time get outside and free yourself from the tight schedules and intensity of a busy year.
If this sound like a good idea but somehow does not come naturally to you here are a few ideas to keep on your refrigerator or bathroom wall to remind you how life could be if you could…
- Stop and smell the flowers, be in the moment. Get out into nature listen to her sounds and be nourished by her colors.
- Remember the three R’s : Rest, Relaxation and Recreation – do it!
- Choose to exercise at cooler times of day or if you go to the gym leave time for a long cool shower after your work out.
- Abandon the evening news and listen to peaceful music.
- Meditate as regularly as you can. Little and often is better than hours on retreat.
- Sleep on your right side and close your right nostril. This naturally cools your body according to Ayurveda.
- Wear light clothing made of natural fabrics that breathe e.g. cottons, linen, bamboo and hemp.
- Surround yourself with cooling colors such as creams and the pastel shades.
- Visit places where you can swim or see an expanse of water. If this is not possible, a forest is the next best choice.
- Get a wide sun hat, carry a colorful sarong to cover your shoulders and wear sunscreen.
Along with these general suggestions pay more attention to your diet. Certain foods are naturally cooling whilst other are heating.