Let’s go Om
City slickers just don’t know how to relax. There are 101 things to be done and you’d rather be a super-duper multi-tasker than sit around twiddling your thumbs. But if you’re starting to forget things, lose your appetite or can’t sleep through the night, it’s time to go for a massage, take a work sabbatical, or try these simple ways to recharge the mind and body.
1. Rejuvenate with a massage
Massaging the face or body can aid in blood circulation and relieve tension. All it takes is an extra five minutes on top of your daily skincare ritual. When applying your body lotion, use slow, luxurious strokes (upward and circular motions). Avoid doing this in an air-conditioned room so as to keep the body temperature warm.
2. Refresh the body
If crashing in front of the telly and raiding the fridge are high on your agenda, be sure the fridge is stocked with healthy bites like yoghurt, carrot and celery sticks, and melon cubes - this way, you can also ensure that you get your daily intake of fruits and vegetables. If you’re craving savoury munchies, snack on pretzels or baked tortilla chips and pair them with salsa instead of sour cream. Your body will feel much lighter and fresher and it’ll love you for it.
3. Read a book
One of the best ways to take your mind off the strains of the day is to snuggle in bed with your favourite book. Whatever the genre, it helps to be transported to another time and place - even for an hour. Sure beats worrying about all the stuff you’ve to do tomorrow!
4. Reinvigorate with a hot shower
If you’ve been working in an air-conditioned room all day, take pleasure in a hot shower and feel the heat soothe those sore muscles. To further enhance your bathroom experience, add a few drops of lavender essential oil in bowl of hot water and leave it in the bathroom so that you can breathe in the relaxing aroma as you shower.
5. Relax with soothing music
Nightly ritual like brushing your teeth and saying prayers creates a pattern to help prepare the mind and body for bed. Similarly, listening to soothing music every night can help the body relax before bedtime. If classical music isn’t your cup of tea, try a compilation of music inspired by nature instead.
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