Resources

This adult version of coloring is a great way to calm the mental busyness. Here are two websites that offer free printable Mandalas. 

LeeTowleDesigns.com

https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/free-mandala-coloring-pages-4027232

Slow deep breathing has been scientifically proven over and over again to calm the nervous system. Use these techniques daily to improve your overall nervous system response for improved resilience. 

Breathe in deeply through your nose to fill your abdomen with oxygen. Exhale fully through your mouth. Repeat three times. 

This breathing is particularly helpful during stressful times. 

Place your tongue against your front teeth and breath in through your nose while counting to four. Hold your breath and count to seven. Blow out the breath while counting to eight. Repeat a minimum of three times. 

I know that meditation sounds a bit "woowoo". But it has been scientifically proven to improve our overall well-being. Meditation teaches us how to drop into the non-doing and stillness that our mind, body, and spirit rarely get and desperately need. Meditation helps us relate to the present moment by focusing our attention on the present moment with compassion.  

There are many really great apps but one of my favorite is the FREE all ages and level friendly Smiling Mind app. 

This is the perfect drink for when you're stomach is feeling heavy from a previous meal and you need to clean out some of the ick naturally. 

Recipe:

Fill a jug of your choice with water.

Add slices of lemon, cucumber, fresh mint sprigs, and a small piece of peeled ginger to the water (add as much of each ingredient as you like for your taste).

Let the water sit for an hour or two before drinking. 

*The ingredients will turn bitter after a day so throw out the leftovers.