Between coastal walks, morning dips, and a cheeky midday outing to get a second cup of almond milk latte – takeaway as covid oblige – we are craving now more than ever the little things that keep us in a positive mindset.
For some, it’s moving our body every chance we get – especially when the sun pops out. For others, it’s embracing something a little more slow and mind-nurturing. It’s no secret that mindfulness is a trendy topic when it comes to freeing up brain space, igniting motivation, and embracing life as is. Recent studies have shown that being mindful can help alleviate stress and nurture mental wellness.
And at Purely Polished, we strongly believe that indulging the body results in pampering the mind. That said, we also love to embrace in our day-to-day some inspirational techniques to enhance our mental health and set ourselves in a positive flow. So here are five books, mantras, and hacks for you to pamper your mental health.
Find Positivity And Perspective.
Whether that’s using them on-repeat or writing them with lipstick on your bathroom mirrors – we’re guilty, inspirational mantras are a loving tool that can gently remind you that positivity, perspective, and wellbeing can be found within yourself. Here are five that we’ve loved lately.
“You are worth the quiet moment. you are worth the deeper breath. You are worth the time it takes to slow down, be still, and reset”.
“You spend most of your life inside your head, so make it a nice place to be”.
“Taking care of yourself is productive”.
“You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first”.
“You owe yourself the love that you so freely give to others”.
Nourish Your Mind With Inspirational, Hopeful, and Self-love Centric Books.
Brew a green tea, find a cozy nook, and nourish your mind one page at a time. When you’re seeking an inner shift and looking for that first step towards self-love, books are like the perfect treatment menus for you to nourish and inspire your mind. Pick and choose as you need from our favourites.
The Power of Now. Eckhart Tolle
The perfect read for those nights where a handful of inspiring pages is enough to doze off. This book is about mindset, presence, and the potential that can be found within it. Enjoy and ponder as you please.
101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think. Brianna Wiest
When you need a roadmap to intuitively reframe the flow of your thoughts, this book is the ideal tool to achieve it. From morning routines and negative thinking to mind hacks and habits, it’s everything you need.
Cringeworthy. Melissa Dahl
Taking a dive into the subtle emotion that is awkwardness, the author takes you on a witty, compassionate, and inspiring journey towards finding your bravest and unfiltered self.
You Are A Badass. Jen Sincero
How to stop doubting your greatness and start living an awesome life. That’s the promise this how-to guide makes – filled with inspiring words, funny stories, and the occasional mindset exercise.
The Four Agreements. Miguel Ruiz
A practical guide to personal freedom. If a little more mental-health-related spirituality is your thing, this book embodies four ways to shape your mind and find more happiness within.
Embrace Mental Health Hacks For Next-Level Wellness.
Rejuvenating your mental health is like getting a fresh manicure. It’s not just about the colour – in this case, the mind nourishment – but it’s also about the base coat, or the foundation habits that intricately enhance your mental health. Think of hacks for your day-to-day that can take your wellness to the next level.
Journal
Much like you would talk to a therapist (or a hairdresser) about what makes you sad and angry, journaling is an easy way to express your emotions. By washing away what’s filling up your mind, you get to feel clearer and lighter. Start with a single word or a thought, and let the rest flow.
Breathe
When you take the time to pause, close your eyes, and notice each inhale and exhale going through your nose, there’s a sense of calm that gently settles in, ideal for boosting your mental health. There’s an array of techniques available, but we found that breathing in and out counting to 4 is a good place to start.
Cook
Mental health can be nurtured through cooking. Think of mindfully stimulating your senses while blending spices, noticing the taste of delicious foods, and paying attention to how the body reacts. Cooking makes for the perfect way to reconnect with your body, and that’s always good for the mind.
Go Outside
Sometimes, the best thing we can do for your mental health is to enjoy a sunset, take an ocean dip, or breathe with the trees. Spending time in green and blue spaces has shown to alleviate stress and elevate mental wellbeing.
Get Pampered
You’ve experienced it before. When a kind and skilled therapist nurtures your body towards its best glow, it undeniably makes you feel rejuvenated physically and mentally. So book that mani-pedi and schedule that massage. Your mental health deserves it.
The skilled therapists that make up Purely Polished are here to pamper your body and your mental health.
