As the days get longer and the temperatures start to warm up, it‘s time to start thinking about how to get the most out of spring. Here are some health tips to help you make the most of the season:

 

1. Get Moving: With the warmer weather, now is the perfect time to get outdoors and get your body moving. Take a walk, go for a bike ride, or just get outside and enjoy nature. Exercise not only helps improve your physical health, but it also has mental health benefits.

 

2. Eat Seasonally: Eating seasonal produce is a great way to get the most out of the season. Spring is a great time to enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables that are in season. Eating seasonally can also help reduce your environmental impact.

 

3. Get Enough Sleep: With the changing temperature and the longer days, it can be tempting to stay up late and get less sleep. Getting enough sleep is essential to good health. Aim for at least 7-8 hours every night.

 

4. Stay Hydrated: As the temperatures rise, it’s important to stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day will help keep your body and mind functioning at their best.

 

5. Take Time to clear the decks and do some spring cleaning for your mind. If you are feeling overwhelmed and bogged down by clutter in your mind, it can be difficult to focus and make decisions. Clutter can cause stress and anxiety and make it hard to enjoy life.

 

Fortunately there are some simple steps you can take to clear your mind and declutter your thoughts.

 

First – practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is the practice of being present and aware of your thoughts and feelings without judgment. When you become aware of your thoughts, you can observe them without getting caught up in them. Spend some time each day in quiet reflection and focus on your breath. This will help you to become more mindful and present in the moment.

 

Second –  write down your thoughts. When your mind is cluttered, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the different thoughts running through your head. Writing down your thoughts can help to organize them and make them easier to process. This will also help you to identify which thoughts are important, and which can be dismissed.

 

Third –  practice self-care. Taking care of yourself is essential for mental health. Make sure to take time for activities that you enjoy and that relax you. Take regular breaks throughout the day to release stress and clear your mind. Finally, practice gratitude. Beginning or ending your day with gratitude is a wonderful way to keep the positivity flowing as well. What are you grateful for right now?

 

For more information, or to design a mindful self-care plan for yourself, reach out in the contact form and let’s chat!