Spring is a time when the energy shifts and all beings and
plants wake up from winter hibernation and a new cycle of
life begins. Take advantage of this energy shift and let it
boost your own renewal at all levels of your being.
By becoming aware of your existence at all levels, from the
physical to the spiritual you are able to do spring
cleaning in a truly holistic way.
Health is so much about keeping the flow going, whether it
is in your closet, digestive tract or the thoughts you
think. The input must be balanced with equal output, or
there is congestion and stagnation, which spells trouble.
Here a few easy tips to get you going with spring cleaning
at various levels of your life. Try one, a few or all of
them, depending on what you feel you need right now.
1. De-clutter Your Physical Space
Spring cleaning is that traditional cleaning where every
corner is swept, windows washed, walls dusted and carpets
whipped. I am not sure many have the time to do such a
thorough cleaning anymore... but it is not "all or
nothing", capture the energy of "sweeping the winter out",
and do small spaces in your home, like a cupboard, sock
drawer or a closet. An organized living space is calming.
2. De-clutter Your Schedule
Being over and double booked is exhausting! Take a close
look at the activities you are committing to and be sure
that they really ad value to your life, especially before
renewing or recommitting to an activity. If you have kids,
this also goes for their activities.
3. Clean Out Your Physical Body
In traditional cultures spring and fall are times when
cleansing is done. It seems our bodies naturally begin
cleansing at these "change of season" times. Your body's
attempt at cleaning out may manifest as a cold, which is
really just natures way of detoxing.
Why not beat "yourself" to it and do a detox that is more
pleasant than having a cold. Dedicate 1-14 days to eating a
diet that is extra "clean" consisting of lots of veggies,
quality protein and water. Avoid sugar, processed food,
alcohol and refined grains. To stimulate a deeper cleanse
you can also take an herbal detox kit, like Wild Rose or
Heel.
If your lifestyle doesn't allow you to detox for several
days, try a one day juice fast. Be sure to do it on a day
when you can relax and take it easy. For instructions on
how to do a 1-Day-Juice-Fast go to
http://www.truepurposeliving.com/downloads/1dayjuicefast.pdf
4. Tune Your Organs of Elimination
Your organs of elimination are where your "garbage" in
handled or exits, and include your bowel, kidneys, lungs,
skin and liver. Give yourself a tune up, just like you give
your car a tune up periodically for future good performance.
My favorite way of doing this is with drainage remedies.
Drainage remedies are low potency (low dilution) formulas
from a selected blend of plants and minerals that targets
the various organs of elimination. Ask your natural health
practitioner to help you with drainage.
5. De-clutter Your Mind
The physical clutter in your environment may pale in
comparison to the constant stream of thoughts, relevant or
not, that race through your mind. To get a break from this
flow, begin by becoming aware of your thoughts, pretend to
be an outside observer.
Set aside a few moments every day, they don't have to be
long, where you can consciously quiet your "internal voice"
and just follow the rhythm of your breath. This will clean
your inner space, slow your breathing, lower your blood
pressure and raise your awareness.
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