April showers bring not just the promise of warmer weather, but also an opportunity for emotional and life balance. As the days become longer and the weather improves, we bid farewell to winter and it's a great time to start fresh with a focus on personal development after so many have let New Year's Resolutions fall to the way side.
During the month of April, notice how gloomy rainy days and bright sunny days affect you emotionally. Do you react differently based on the weather? Can you appreciate what each day brings in its own way?
Rainy days may be gloomy to some but they bring new life with trees and flowers blooming.
Sunny days may be bright and comforting but they can bring bugs and pollen to the forefront which some may perceived as a negative to others.
Everything has its equal perceived negatives and perceived positives. As do our emotions and thoughts. Understanding and appreciating all spring has to offer can help us to find our balance.
Spring is the balance between winter and summer.
There is no better time than spring to focus on finding a sense of emotional balance and stability within ourselves which may have been lacking in winter months. It’s a great season to work on our emotional health by engaging in activities that promote both physical and mental wellbeing.
Get Outside
Taking a walk in nature can have a calming and restorative effect on the mind. It can help to reduce stress, anxiety, and depression by promoting emotional balance and well-being. Studies have shown that walking in nature can help to decrease rumination - a process where an individual is prone to focus on perceived negative thoughts or memories - thus improving overall mental health. Furthermore, engaging with nature has been linked to improved physical health, as evidenced by increased heart rate variability and improved sleep quality. All these benefits can be attributed to the calming properties of being surrounded by lush greenery and fresh air.
Going a step further, you may want to consider one of my Forest Therapy sessions. I offer public walks monthly or you can schedule a private session with me for up to 4 participants. During these sessions, I guide you through several invitations that allow you to slow down, connect with nature and yourself so that you can more deeply experience the benefits of nature on your emotional and physical health. Affects of a Forest Therapy session can last a few days to a month depending on how deeply you connect.
Try Something New
Trying something new has a number of benefits for our emotional balance. It can help us move out of our comfort zone, reduce stress and anxiety and improve the symptoms of depression. It allows us to challenge ourselves, learn new skills and build connections with other people.
By trying something new we open up to possibilities that are outside our normal routine. We can experience different cultures and perspectives, which can have a beneficial impact on our emotional well-being. We also gain greater confidence in ourselves as we push ourselves past boundaries. This increased self-esteem helps us cope with stress and depression better.
Trying something new also encourages mindfulness, helping us stay present in the moment rather than worrying about the future or ruminating on the past. This helps to reduce feelings of anxiety and improve emotional balance overall.
Trying something new like volunteering can be a great way to improve emotional balance. Volunteering can help reduce stress, anxiety, and depression by providing a sense of purpose and connection to something larger than yourself. It can also help boost self-esteem and confidence as you feel a sense of accomplishment from helping others. Furthermore, it keeps you socially engaged and encourages engagement with the community which has been shown to lead to better overall mental health and wellbeing.
This month I’m trying something new maybe you’ll join me. I’m hosting a free weekly Mindfulness Meditation Book Club starting April 13th. Learn More Under my Upcoming Events page: https://www.livelihoodspiritbalance.com/upcoming-events During our first session, we'll be reading from Change Your Thoughts, Change Your Life: Living the Wisdom of the Tao by Wayne W. Dyer (ad)
Speaking of Meditation, I absolutely love my new bluetooth headband (ad). I’ve recently started using it when I do my nightly meditation and it's so comfortable. You can see all the different varieties by searching (ad) to see which might be best for you if you haven’t tried one yet.
When all is said and done, April Showers are just part of nature's balance and it is the start of a new season where you might find some inspiration to continue on your journey to find balance, emotionally, spiritually and physically.
Love, Light and Blessings
Dawn-Marie
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