During times like these it has never been more important to make time for self-care. Here are our top 5 wellness ideas during covid – they may seem super simple but we swear by them and are sure to make you and the whole family feel better.
Do you want to improve or start a self care routine in order to make time for yourself and just feel better?
Do you want to learn natural techniques such as meditation and yoga to achieve more positivity in your life?
Self Care
This is a very broad form of wellness as self care be different to everyone, but it is essential in stressful times like these and self-care is for everyone at any age! Engaging in a self–care routine has been clinically proven to reduce or eliminate anxiety and depression, reduce stress, improve concentration, minimize frustration and anger, increase happiness, and improve energy.You may find your work, school, relationships and other life aspects flourish due to your internal happiness. This wellbeing and positive energy is being reflected in your life as you are attracting positive experiences and energy.
Wellness ideas during Covid through self care:
- Take a warm bath, with epsom salts, bubbles or your favourite aromatherapy oils. During this time you can put a warm or cold cloth over your eyes and listen to your favourite calming music or even just silence while focusing on your breathing.
- Have a spa night with the family with a foot bath, trim and file nails and then paint them. You could do a foot massage or back massage, while watching a movie, chatting or listening to music. Don’t forget a milkshake for the kids and some wine for yourself 😉 its all about balance!
- Pick up a face mask or make your own and get comfy with a warm tea. Grab a new book or your favourite book (sometimes you just need to reread a book you love!) and cuddle up with your animals while you immerse yourself in another world.
Here are some related products for self care:
Jade Gua Sha Set – this stone roller has amazing benefits and can be added to your daily routine! It can help diminish wrinkles, fine lines, puffiness, and bloating; it works to improve blood circulation and lymphatic drainage. You can see this Jade roller soon.
Rose Quartz Gua Sha – this set has cooling benefits cells to soothe inflammation, reduce wrinkles, and flush lymphatic waste and puffiness. Pop it into the fridge and use during your daily skincare routine! Shop here.
Soft Plush Fluffy Blanket – you owe it to yourself to get this blanket for yourself, your friends, family or an aging pet. Wrapping this blanket around you will relax and comfort you! Coming in different sizes and colours, you can check it out yourself here.
Under Eye Gel Pads – with collagen, this all natural and free of Parabens and toxins eye gel pads can help sooth your tired and puffy eyes! Curl up with blanket, book and tea and give yourself some self care time. Grab your own set of 18 pairs here!
Yoga
If you or someone you know is feeling lot of internal stress, anxiety, having a hard time sleeping or concentrating, yoga may be able to help. This natural technique helps energy to flow and benefits have been seen in those who do this anywhere from a few times per week or daily. People of all ages can do yoga (even kids!) and each pose is held for 10 – 30 seconds depending on the person.
If you notice how you feel after moving your body, either from yoga or other activities, often times there is increased mental clarity and calmness, body awareness and centres attention while sharpening concentration. When moving your body regularly these positive benefits will start to show in your everyday life which can be very life changing to some.
Yoga ideas for Wellness during Covid:
- Do a quick google search for the type of yoga you want to do (relaxing, restorative, sun salutation, etc), yoga for beginners, yoga for kids or yoga in 15 minutes etc., to find the best routine for you. You get to choose what you would like to do and if you want to switch it up every time!
- Choose a quite spot inside or outside in order to focus on each movement. If you enjoy sun rays on your face then choose a spot that allows that, just ensure for your safety there are no tripping hazards and you are on a flat spot.
- Get creative with it and try out new spots such as the beach, various yoga routines to see what works best for you, and if you enjoy having some music in the background.
Here are some related products that may help you:
Exercise Mat – an eco friendly option that gets highly rated reviews. Great for stretching, yoga, pilates, and floor exercises. Get yours here.
The Yoga Bible – a comprehensive guide for beginners and experts to practicing yoga and finding a mental and physical balance in life! Get this graphic yoga paperback here.
Meditation
Meditation is similar to yoga where you focus on your breathing and inner self, however unlike yoga you are not necessarily doing movement (unless you are more experienced and can do yoga AND meditation). Meditation can help bring perspective and inner calmness that can transform your wellbeing and mental health. Meditation is a technique that requires consistency to see results, so don’t get discouraged!
Many find it hard to sit with their thoughts and focus on their breathing and just exist in the moment, therefore the first sessions are a work in progress that can take time to really see the benefits. However, if this is made part of your daily routine even if you start with 5 minutes and build up more time, it can help increase your mental health, wellness, and create a calm environment.
Related products that can inspire you:
Himalayan Salt Lamp – known for its therapeutic and relaxing properties. Ambient and atmospheric, that casts a warm, orange glow to create the perfect environment to relax, unwind and de-stress. Get your own unique salt lamp here.
Chakra Healing – this beginners guide teaches self healing techniques that balance the chakras. This can help put you on the path to healing pain, allergies, indigestion, headaches, fatigue, and even emotional turbulence like loneliness. See this useful guide here.
Socialize
Humans are social beings and enjoy the company of others even if you are an extrovert and/or introvert. Now an extrovert may enjoy either a longer duration or more often time around others compared to an introvert who enjoys small doses of social outings, however, both types of people have in common the sense of wellbeing when connecting with others. Socializing can help promote a sense of safety, belonging and security due to human connection by voicing life joys, fears and experiences. A positive social environment can create peace through confiding in others and by letting them confide in you and can decrease any feelings of loneliness.
Improve your Wellness with these social ideas:
Due to the pandemic there may be rules in place about social bubbles or you may simply not feel completely comfortable with non-distanced meet ups, therefore distanced coffee walks, driveway meetups, or car meet with a friend or family member can be a great alternative.
Jump on Zoom or Facetime with friends or family to celebrate Birthdays, play a virtual game or just chat. It may feel strange having to do things virtual but it can be nice to see a familiar face 🙂
- Have a virtual movie night! Get some snacks, your drink of choice and choose a movie together. You both watch the same movie from where you are and also are on Zoom or Facetime with each other by using another device.
Movie Night
Gather the whole family or just yourself and get super cozy for a relaxing evening (unwind from covid thoughts and any other worries). This may seem obvious for some but making time to spoil yourself a little and indulge in some snacks you might not normally are all part of Keeping Balanced! Not only do nights like these help decrease stress, it can take your mind off things and even put things into perspective. At any age it’s exciting to have a movie night and can be a shared experience, let out your inner child! Related post 10 date night ideas!
Epic movie night ideas for overall Wellness during covid:
- Choose your movie spot (living room, bedroom, floor, outdoors, trampoline, or even your vehicle!
- Make the space cozy, gather blankets, pillows, or even make a fort if you want too. Dont forget to put on your favoruite pajamas and cozy socks to feel more relaxed.
- Gather your snacks and drinks – some inspiration for a snack board. Here are great drink ideas for your movie night .
- Decide on a movie or two, or even a new show (Harry Potter will always be a favourite).
- Enjoy! Theres nothing left but to unwind and remember you are meant to be exactly where you are now; good things are coming to you.