I don’t know about you but it still hasn’t quite sunk in that it’s a New Year. With the World still in chaos, the New Year came and went without the usual celebrations or resolutions. January, although usually a long and dreary month, has reached a whole new level of bleak as we went cascading into another full lockdown and another round of home schooling the kids. Honestly, I have just been going through the motions and doing our best to be positive. But now that February is on our doorstep I have realised it’s time to exhale, refocus and feel good! So bring on #feelgoodfebruary
What makes you feel good? For me it’s a good laugh, playing with the kids and hearing those gorgeous giggles, which make my heart sing. A coffee and a good catch up with friends, a break from the kids , being creative and taking time for myself to relax, be mindful, do yoga or enjoy a good book or series. There is no question that doing things we love, playing, exercising and spending time with people we love make us feel good. We are all more than ready for that coffee with friends, a summer holiday and generally some good vibes. Our kids feel the same way and they deserve a gold star for the courage and resilience they have shown throughout the last year.
As we head into February, we are not able to catch up for coffee just yet but we are determined to feel good, be inspired and create some good vibes. And here is how we can help.
When we feel good, our energy increases and good vibes bring feelings of joy, hope, peace and being content, happiness and positivity. Things flow naturally with ease and the struggles and feelings of doubt, fear or guilt become insignificant. So how do we raise our vibrations? There are 7 steps to feeling good. I like to call it our Rainbow Road to feeling calm, relaxed, positive, loved, and confident and the list goes on and on.
Step 1: MOVE
– The first step is a simple one, move your body. Not another walk I find myself thinking. Although there are many ways to move, it should be high energy and lots of fun. A good example: turn on some good music and have a dance party, be as silly as you can. Exercise promotes well-being and a sense of achievement which feels good.
Step 2: PLAY
– Be playful and create a sense of fun and adventure, lighten the mood, play games, laugh, build forts, be creative, be spontaneous (have breakfast for supper). Change the daily routine every now and then.
Step 3: STRETCH
– There is nothing a good downward dog or warrior pose can’t fix. Stand like a superhero and feel your power from within. Stretching helps with balance, inner strength and power.
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Step 4: FEEL
– Give yourself a tight hug or is it time for a spa day? Cucumber slices and a massage is sure to put your world right again and feels good.
Step 5: BREATHE
– Breathe In strength, love and light and breathe out worries and fear. Breathe and remember everything will be fine. You can also blow bubbles and pretend they are love bubbles or power bubbles, so when you blow them you spread love and strength to yourself and the world.
Step 6: BELIEVE
- Close your eyes and imagine yourself in a place where all your dreams are coming true, everything is perfect. You have everything you want and need. Notice how do you feel here? Good, strong, intelligent, special, proud of yourself, happy, content! What do you think here? I can do anything, positive thoughts, what do you believe to be true? You can make this real for you now by taking these thoughts and feelings and using them today. Believe in yourself!
Click here for Affirmations to use every day to remind you how amazing you are!
Step 7: RELAX
– Take the time to visit your happy place and soothe your soul with the magic within. Meditation and visualisations help with deep relaxation, imagination and peace.
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So with all of this in mind we are so heading for a #FEELGOOD FEBRUARY.
1. Kicking off with Children’s Mental Health Week is taking place on 1-7 February 2021. This year's theme is Express Yourself. Creativity is a great way to support your mental health and we can find lots of ways to express ourselves creatively. So, this week is all about finding ways to share your thoughts, feelings and ideas in a creative way. This could be through art, music, drama, writing and poetry, dance, film or any activity that makes us feel good.
We have created a Free Express Yourself Pack to encourage your children to spend the week creating and having fun . We hope your week is full of fun, feeling good and not to mention lots of laughter and family hugs.
2. Valentine’s day 14th February – Do something special for someone you love. Let’s spread love and kindness far and wide.
3. GETTING BACK TO NATURE – Nature has certainly been our silver lining during Lockdown as we all value the importance of being close to nature is. When we are in nature , we breathe better, we think and feel better.
4. BE INSPIRED – Say YES to NEW ADVENTURES and REACH FOR THE STARS.
Let’s #VIBEUP and #FEELGOOD