Self-Care Rituals to Bring Back Balance in the Body

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 oneLight 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 twoRun 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 threeSoak 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 oneCreate 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 threeWarm your massage oil
Sit or stand comfortably. Pour a little oil into the palm of your hand, warming it between your palms.

Step fourApply 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 sixLet 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!)

Let us know how you enjoyed these ^ rituals!

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I’d love to create a bespoke aromatherapy ritual just for you – Get started now with a FREE 15 minute self-care consultation.

With much love,

Katy Ananda x