The art and practice of self-soothing

The art and practice of self-soothing Self - soothe as defined by the Free Dictionary by Farlex is a deliberate effort to calm oneself. It is an alternative to the use of medications alcohol or drugs for managing anxiety and stress,eating disorders or insomnia.To self soothe we need to become aware of a desire to find balance and restore a sense of peacefulness in our hectic busy schedules. We can accomplish a sense of self soothing by accessing our senses in a variety of healthy ways. Our sense of self touch can be very comforting when we need a bit of grounding. Begin by using a high quality lotion such as Epicuren Avocado soothing lotion. Rub the moisturizer into your hands and onto your forearms, doing so slowly & gently. Take your time, enjoy the sensation of exploring what feels good to you while you are applying the lotion. Manipulate your musculature in a deliberate way thus promoting a sense of well being. Have fun make little circles, place the palm of your hand on your forearm and gently rock your arm to and fro.This act is more about calming and treating yourself well then simply about applying a moisturizing agent. A simple effective means of self - soothing is to take both hands place on top of your head and slowly work your way down your skull you can include gentle squeezes to your neck region. Face it, we live busy lives. The more we are able to access ways to help ourselves find peace in the simple things, the better we can handle life’s inevitable challenges. Slainte Mhaith Gaelic for Good Health Trish T., LMT La Bella Derma