Health & Fitness
“Nourishing yourself in a way that helps you blossom in the direction you want to go is attainable, and you are worth the effort.” American writer Deborah DayAmidst the uncertainty of living under COVID-19, our brains start perceiving the uncertainty as a threat and this can activate our stress response. Consequently we may feel anxious, tense, find ourselves easily frustrated, challenged with focus, difficulty sleeping and generally feeling stressed physically. Whilst our responses are understandable we also might find they are not helpful right now.In this podcast we share self-care strategies that you can engage in on a regular basis, to support you to make better decisions, stay healthy and make a positive difference to your wellbeing.Our self care strategies include: Reviewing your mental toughness and how you deal with challenges to support youWrite down was is upsetting you and make it a learning experienceWrite a list of what makes you happy and exchange your list to nurture yourself and your relationshipMindfulness meditationsJournaling what you are grateful for and acts of kindnessBody relaxation techniques. Try: https://soundcloud.com/marymangos/body-scan-mindfulness-meditationDr Michael Breus sleep tips from https://calmcom.app.link/b3b8645Gm5Limit media exposure and unwind before sleepExercise – walk / cardio – during day and not 4 hours before bedDaylight – minimum 15 mins morningLimit alcoholLimit caffeine in the afternoonEat sensiblyStick to regular sleep / wake timesIf you need to nap best time 1-3pm – body temperature dropsFor more support, resources, tips or to contact us:https://www.dannyblackford.com.au/https://www.appian.com.au/Social media:https://www.instagram.com/coachuwellness/