Out of hibernation and into new ideas and energy! How about a bit of spring-cleaning around the home and even something for body and soul? Leave the old behind and create space for the new. The ideal time for this process is actually spring. Our mood is lifted because our body once again produces more of the happiness hormone serotonin.
The sun warms our minds and bodies with its first warm rays! New ideas and dreams dance around in our heads, waiting to become reality. Why not start in the here and now? But where should we start?
The thing that screams loudest inside you is probably the most urgent. Is it a long-awaited wish? Is it simply a matter of tidying up? Every person has plans that are just waiting to be turned into action!
With our following tips, change is easy!
Tip 1: Make a wish!
Make a list of all the thoughts and TO-DOs that have been buzzing around in your head for ages! Once you have everything down on paper, read through it again line by line. Distinguish between a wish or dream that can be achieved in the long term and write it down on a separate sheet of paper. Now take a look inside yourself and try to write down the steps you need to take to fulfil your dream or long-awaited wish. Create a schedule to keep track of how much progress you have already made!
Tip 2: Climb the "TO-DO summit" with small steps!
It’s now time to focus on all the other TODOs on the list you have created. All the small and large everyday issues that plague us all. For some people, this list is so long that they no longer want to even look at it, because the sight of all the many tasks simply makes them feel overwhelmed. Where should I start? You'd prefer to bury your head in the sand. But we're not giving up that easily. Our tip: Firstly, decide what is urgent and what is important on my list. Complete the urgent tasks first! From now on, divide all the "only" important things on your list into small portions. You can't climb a mountain in one step, but in stages. For example, take on one or two tasks every day and watch the TO-DO mountain get smaller and smaller. A wonderful, light feeling!
Tip 3: Less stuff - more time
Without question, we live in a time of abundance and many of us live in a state of prosperity. We have a lot of stuff, but little time. And indeed, these two things influence each other significantly. The more we own, the more we are bound to it. Our tip: Create more free space and time again by getting rid of things that are actually unused but still take up space and time. Get rid of superfluous items by giving them away or donating them to charity, for example. And if you are overwhelmed by this alone and find it difficult to part with certain objects or items of clothing, invite a friend to help you decide what can go.
Tip 4: Skin care
Now it's time to think of your body. Why don't you do something good for your skin? The skin is our largest organ and yet it is usually very neglected but especially after the cold winter months, it needs more of your attention again. That's because the air in winter is usually dry and the heated air indoors is particularly hard on our skin. An appointment in a beauty parlour would of course be wonderful! However, when time is short, our skin can be revitalised with simple methods that can be used at home. A natural scrub made from olive oil and sea salt, for example, is quick to prepare! Massaging your skin with a towel to gently remove dead skin is even easier. Gentle, circular movements ensure good blood circulation and make the skin appear fresher.
Tip 5: Start every day with a little exercise!
The sun salutation is probably the most beautiful way to welcome the sun and start a new day! The sun salutation originates from yoga and is a flowing sequence of asanas, i.e. certain postures that warm and stimulate your body and vary depending on the yoga tradition. Ideally, you should practise the sun salutation immediately after getting up. It gets your cardiovascular system going and activates all the important muscle groups. In just a few sessions, your body and mind will be energised to start the day feeling stronger and able to cope with the demands of everyday life more easily. In this way, you can create the basis for your perfect day in under 10 minutes!
We wish you lots of fun and perseverance!
Your VOSSEN-Team
