here are my favorite somatic practices to keep me calm, grounded, and regulated. go ahead and enjoy these activities on your own or with your loved ones.
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meditation
i love starting my day with this morning tapping meditation practice by Gala Darling 🩷 it sets the tone for the rest of the day ✨
Morning Manifestation Tapping
for times when i need to be reminded that ✨ i am a lucky girl ✨ this is my favorite affirmation meditation from Lavendaire 💜
Lucky Girl Energy Affirmations ✨ Manifest Luck, Success & Your Dream Life
for times when i feeling under the weather, i listen to Marissa Peer to remind myself how strong and powerful my brain and body is! 💞
Heal Your Body Now Hypnosis | Marisa Peer
for when anxiety hits, i tune to this 10 minute guided body scan by Michael Westgate ✨ it keeps me grounded and more connected with my body.
10 Minute Body Awareness Meditation
this non-sleep deep rest meditation by Andrew Huberman is my go-to when i lack sleep. it immediately makes me feel recharged like if i had 8 hours of sleep! 😴
10 Minute Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) to Restore Mental & Physical Energy | Dr. Andrew Huberman
this beautiful calming music by Malte Marten is my favorite thing to listen to just to get that good energy flowing the rest of the day. 🎶
Calming Meditation | 1 hour handpan music | Malte Marten
practices
i love love grounding in nature! my husband and i spend a few minutes per day to get reconnected with mama earth.
Grounding: Can Walking Barefoot on the Earth Heal You?
did you know that just by being in nature or even looking at pictures of nature relaxes and lowers your cortisol? yes it does! this is my perfect way to unwind in the middle of the day.
10 Ways to Relax in Nature and Stress Less
different breath work techniques calm or activate your nervous system. i love having the power to control my mind and body through breathing.
Breathwork Meditation: Benefits, Exercises, and Tips
i love love this practice! dancing releases stress and releases endorphins - the happy hormones! great to do by yourself of with your loved ones.
Dance emerges as a powerful tool for stress relief
do you know why you sing in the shower? it's because you're relaxed! so why not do it on a regular basis to keep the happy energies going.
10 Ways That Singing Benefits Your Health
i looove walking! the energy i get from walking outside or in my walking pad lasts throughout the day. plus! it's easy to do and it won't make you feel too tired.
Endorphins: What They Are and How to Boost Them
during the pandemic, i rewatched Friends soooo many times that it helped me eased the anxiety i was feeling. turns out, it did my mind and body so well!
Why Rewatching TV Shows Feels So Good
watching Pixar and Disney movies helped me so much! it kept me company, entertained, and inspired!
Pixar Movies and Shows | Disney+
gaming in general, specially cozy games, helps you deal with your emotions. it also helps you with creativity! i love my island and my villagers so much.
Does Animal Crossing help your mental health? : r/AnimalCrossing
resources
i LOVE this chart / guide by Michael Westgate! It keeps me informed when I don't understand the state I am in. Plus! this PDF version is so handy, i can just pull up my phone anytime i need help.
Polyvagal Self Awareness Guide - Digital PDF Download
i'm an optimistic girlie through and through but for days where there's a cloud above my head, this Glimmers journal helps me to find joy in the small things.
How noticing ‘glimmers’ helps you train your brain to not turn away from suffering
this book is beautiful. inspiring. meaningful. Marilyne Verschueren did a great job! flipping through the pages just makes me feel so light.
Beaming: Visualizations to Expand Mind & Heart
the calm app keeps me… calm! amazing selection of meditation practices all in your pocket.
How to regulate your nervous system and restore calm: 12 proven techniques — Calm Blog
writing / journaling is the best way to know yourself better. i haven't finished this course yet but i am loving the discoveries along the way.
Self Authoring
such a fun way to list down glimmers from everyday life. this is also such a fun new year's activity! unpack and read the jar to remind yourself of all the beautiful things that made up the year.