Self-care is any action or decision that you make to improve your mental, emotional or physical health & wellbeing. Aromatherapy offers a simple & effective way to make self-care an accessible, achievable part of your everyday life.
Self-Care for the Body is all about ways we can take better care of our physical being, including rest, relaxation, movement & exercise. Read on for two simple self-care rituals to help you refill your cup and rewrite a new, kinder relationship with yourself.
Bathtime Bliss Ritual
Let the worries of the day slide away with this soothing ritual to nourish and nurture your body, mind & soul.
This ritual uses: A naturally scented candle, Aromatherapy Bath Salts and Aromatherathy Bath + Body Oil
(Or keep it simple with our gorgeous B.blissd Bathtime Bliss Ritual Kit)
Why we love it: It helps create a simple, inexpensive evening ritual – perfect for pampering yourself, letting go of the day and giving a bit of love & kindness back to yourself. Plus it just feels great on every level: body, mind & soul. For those who prefer a shower, this ritual can be easily modified for use in the shower – look out for the easy ‘how to’ tips below,
What to do:
Step one – Light your candle & set your intention.
Place your rose quartz in view of your bath (or shower) then light your candle with the intention, “I make time & space to nurture & nourish my body.”
Step two – Run a warm bath (or shower)
Add 4-6 drops of nurturing Bath+Body oil to your bathwater (if showering: add 2 drops of essential oil to the shower floor, directly beneath the stream of water, so that the steam vapours are released) and/or a scoop of bath salts. Trace a heart shape into the running water with your fingertip, setting the intention that this is a time for self-care and kindness.
Top tip: If showering, or if you simply love a body scrub, combine a scoop of your bath salts with a tablespoon of carrier oil for a delicious, scented scrub!
Step three – Soak it in!
Submerge your body in the water, repeating inwardly, “I radiate with the energy of love & care” and allow yourself to rest, visualising that you are surrounded with vibrations of care, peace & ease.
Step four – Nourish & Nurture
After your bath or shower, step out and dry yourself before smoothing Bath+Body Oil over your skin – leaving it, smooth, scented & beautifully hydrated.
Self-Soothing Massage Ritual
Meet yourself exactly as you are with this balancing & harmonising self-massage ritual.
This ritual uses: A scented candle, Aromtherapy Bath+Body Oil , Sage & Paolo Santo smudging set, Clear Quartz Crystal
(Or keep it simple with our B.blissd Self-Soothing Massage Ritual Kit)
Why we love it: Great for giving a bit of self-love & kindness to yourself, this practice gently warms the body, getting the circulation and lymphatic system moving, whilst simultaneously soothing the nervous system. In Ayurvedic tradition self-massage is called abhyanga which translates from Sanskrit to glowing body. Accordingly, this ritual will leave you feeling soothed, pampered and glowing, inside & out.
What to do:
Step one – Create a soothing space
Clear the energy of your space, either smudging the area around you with sage, meditating, humming – or doing whatever you need to release any sense of agitation, lethargy or stress from your body.
Step two – Set your intention
Light your candle with the intention, “Every cell in my body vibrates with energy, calm and wellbeing.”
Step three – Warm your massage oil
Sit or stand comfortably. Pour a little oil into the palm of your hand, warming it between your palms.
Step four – Apply the Oil
Starting at the crown of the head, massage the oil into your scalp, face & ears using upward, circular motions. Using long strokes, work the oil into your arms and the legs – with circular strokes on the elbows and the knees – always moving in the direction towards the heart. Rub the abdomen and chest in a clockwise circular motion. Finish by massaging your feet.
Step six – Let the Oil Absorb
Allow the oil to absorb for five minutes, then take a soothing shower or bath (avoiding soap so the oils can continue to do their magic!)
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With much love,
Katy Ananda x
