Go on a mind diet, let go of what you have no control over. Accept what comes your way in life as a gift or an opportunity to learn.. even if you don’t always agree.
Learn to relax. Doing nothing is good for the soul, and an important part of the balance in our lives.
Watch what you eat. A healthy mind needs food which is grown, picked, reared or caught from the sea. Avoid processed food.
Exercise that’s right for you. Yes, ideally, we should all exercise 3 x per week, BUT one day you may only be able to fit in a 10min power walk and another day you may be able to do an hour. Work out what you can fit into your lifestyle.
Sleep when you’re tired. If your body is crying out for a mid-afternoon 10 min power nap and you can do this. Do it. Don’t have too long a sleep during the day though, and don’t nap early evening as that will distort your sleeping patterns. It’s not the best to have lie-ins, you’re better getting up and starting the day well. (more on sleep in future blogs).
Engage your senses. Being able to touch, smell, listen and taste are natures senses. Don’t take them for granted. Anything that makes you feel good will invoke good thoughts. This may be the nicest breakfast ever (like me the other week in Searcy’s champagne bar at St Pancreas London) or the sound of waves on the beach when you’re on holiday.
Appreciate what’s good in life. It’s important to have a few things in your life that you’re grateful for.
