Monday, 23 March 2020

Nurture yourself in COVID-19 World

In the last week, it seems that the topic of coronavirus is inserted into every single aspect of our lives. It appears to be the only thing everyone is talking about, it’s all over- the news and on every social platform, it’s directly affecting our lives by governments recommendations for their citizens to stay in homes in order to cap the rapid spread of the dangerous Virus. While what purely we can do is, of course, take proper care of hygiene and our immunity but also fully embrace the fact that we need to stay at our homes for at least several weeks ahead, The Social Distancing. And I think the key to how this experience will turn out for us is how we choose to use this time.

In our hyperactive lives, we often forget to take out time truly for ourselves and go within. I think it’s amazing that many people can finally experience the luxury of alone time. Realize that alone time is not something to fear but rather to rejoice about. Meditation can be a great tool to help you with this and there are so many forms you can choose from! Now you finally have the time to try them out and see which one works for you.

Rather than lying on your couch and watching Netflix, Hotstar or Prime the whole day, Find creative and insightful ways to spend your extra free time. Try learning a new skill, read deep insightful books, take up some self-development online courses, try doing puzzles that exercise your brain, listen to music that lifts you up, dance or just simply enjoy it. Do home workouts, Make it your goal to get in the best shape of your life.

Take care of your health and boost your immunity with proper nutrition. Don’t waste this opportunity! Do care for space around. Make sure you keep it clean and hygienic. Show yourself some love by taking a long fragrant bath, putting on a nice aura, a face mask, etc. Just because you’re not going anywhere, doesn’t mean you cannot look like the best. Do it just for yourself. Why? Simply because baby you are worth it! And also take the time to be grateful and appreciate the blessings of loved ones take out time to call them and share some happy moments to rejuvenate the nostalgic.

Let’s be grateful for the extra free time that staying at home gives us and make the most of it. I hope we all come out of this stronger in our minds, hearts and bodies and more united and connected with each other and nature than ever before.

Stay Positive and think healthy, Avoid worrying about the situation, Normal situation will be restored soon and Divert your mind towards the positive essence and spread positive vibes.