Weekend Design & Wellness Project

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Photo by: Kelly Sekkema @kellysikkema

Create and execute an act of kindness this weekend. What is something that you could do that would bring joy, happiness or relief to someone else? Here are some ideas to show kindness in simple and inexpensive ways; bake something for a friend or neighbor that could use some cheering up, pay for the coffee or meal of an unsuspecting stranger, donate to your favorite charity or for purpose foundation… Use your natural skills to express kindness in your own unique way. You will impact someone’s life in ways you’ll never understand. Be kind.

Heal Your Body

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Photo by: Elia Pellegrini @eliapelle

There are many natural ways to help your body heal with natural foods, herbs, spices, movement and meditation to name a few. A healthy lifestyle is created with small gradual shifts followed by minor course corrections over time. There are so many healthy practices that can be implemented while receiving conventional treatments prescribed by medical professionals. We have more power over our physical and mental health than we will ever realize. Always ask questions when it comes to treatments whether it’s natural, holistic or conventional. Tune into to your intuition to hear your body, ask your body what it needs from you and practice loving yourself they way you love your family, children and pets. You are worthless to them if you’re unwell so make your health a priority…it’s for you/for them!

Cheat sheet of anti-inflammatory foods and spices:

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY FRUITS AND VEGETABLES:

Broccoli, Spinach, Kale, Dandelion, Wheatgrass, Collard Greens, Celery, Peppers, Blueberries, Aronia Berries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Cherries, Oranges, Red Grapes

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY HERBS, SPICES, GRAINS & OILS: 

Turmeric, Garlic, Red Onions, Ginger, Ginseng, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Cloves, Sage, Thyme, Basil, Oregano, Marjoram, Spirulina, Moringa, Cacao, Chamomile, Green Tea, Horseradish, Rosemary, Barley, Amaranth, Oats, Olive Oil, Grapeseed Oil

Meditation:

Here is a meditation to heal the body…this is the full audio book, “Heal Your Body” by Louise Hay, the godmother of self-love and healing the body.

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Photo by: Corina Ranier @corinarainer

Watch a scary movie this weekend and forget about your real life fears for a moment. If you get inspired by the rollercoaster of emotions and drama filled suspense, come up with your own horror movie idea. Share it with a friend, partner or family member and let them add to your idea. Some of the greatest movies, products and business ideas come from silly banter. Enjoy scaring the bejesus out of yourself!

Creating Alignment

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Photo by: Susanna Marsiglia @sushimi

Creating alignment within the mind, body and home takes practice. Alignment is in constant movement, wherever your focus is, everything else in your environment shifts in that direction.

Alignment in the mind happens during meditation or when you stop a negative thought with a pivoting counter thought. Alignment in a literal sense for the body affects posture and organs while also reflecting your state of mind. If you’re depressed and slouched then your spine is curved and your organs are compressed. Standing straight with an imaginary string pulling from the top of your head, chin parallel to the floor, pelvis slightly tucked and weight evenly distributed on the feet will create automatic shifts in mood and joint pressure. Alignment in the home is effected by the placement of furniture and the arrangement of your favorite items that bring a sense of comfort mixed with safety. Now would be an appropriate time to take a deep breath, say your favorite mantra (use Sat Nam if you if your mind just went blank) correct your posture and walk around your home tidying up and adjusting items until they feel refreshed. Doing these three things are the mental and physical acts of creating alignment. Anytime you feel off, repeat these steps…oh and drink water too.

Here is a meditation for alignment

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Photo by: Rana Sawalha @ranasawalha

This weekend get your life’s story started by writing an intro to your autobiography. Yes, you have a unique story and it IS interesting. One day you can look back or share this record of your life’s legacy with your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews. You will also be pleasantly surprised at how much you’ve overcome and achieved in your life. With every life, there are ups, downs and many tragedies that confuse the triumphs. Nevertheless, these are your stories and they make up your whole existence. Most people will never know how much they have touched another’s life through a ton of small yet very impactful actions. Writing out your memories will prove to be enlightening and most likely humorous exercise that will bring you and your family and friends joy for years to come. To get started, make your favorite beverage, put some of your favorite things around and get to writing your awesome adventures. P.S. Maybe keep some tissues handy for those bittersweet memories.