I’m so passionate about this topic because following this advice has made such a difference in my life and my health! I want to share some out-of-the-box ways to think about nourishing your body, mind and spirit. This is not “woo-woo”, folks. It really works!
But wait, why am I even using the word “nourishment” if I’m not talking about food?
That’s a great question!
The reason I am using the word nourishment outside of its regular foodie context is because we often find ourselves so over-focused on food that we forget about all the other simple and wonderful ways to nourish ourselves.
What does it mean to nourish myself without food?
We sometimes overlook the fact that taking a walk in a forest with our dog is calming and rejuvenating.
That lying on your bed listening to your favorite song while feeling the breeze kissing your face is soothing and relaxing.
That feeling the grass tickle your feet as you watch the clouds drift by is as good as meditation!
We actually “eat” all day with our senses… we “consume” our environment through touch, feel, taste, sound and sight.
Here are 5 ways to nourish your senses, starting today…
● Relationships: Seek out and nurture relationships with people who make you feel good about yourself and say goodbye to the ones that drain your energy.
● Environment: Remember that your environment affects your mood and energy. So if you are stuck in an office all day staring at a wall, it’s time to kick off your shoes and run wild through a park so you can feel sunshine on your back and breeze on your skin.
● Connections: We spend so much of our time alone or at our computers and yet it’s so important for our spirits to make connections with others. So join a club or an online Meetup … be creative about ways to make new connections! And … don’t forget connections with those pets. They can be invaluable!
● Sleep: There is no way around it—there is just nothing quite like sleep to rejuvenate your body and restore your entire system to better functioning.
● Movement: Movement sparks your endorphins, which make you feel energized and excited and keeps the oxygen circulating through your system, so you can feel refreshed and alive.
What do I do now?
In my health coaching practice, I help my clients realize that there is more to life than food! I call the most important parts of our lives “THE BIG 5”—these need as much love and attention as eating! And if you give them the attention they need, I believe you’ll see those cravings fall away!
If you are tired of feeling like your life is lacking excitement and meaning and you want to find a way to feel nourished in all areas of your life, then grab one of my free Transformation Sessions to schedule a time to talk with me so I can help you feel more energized and more alive than ever before!
To your health!