Written by Kelly Brennan
First Things First… Self Reflection
Ask yourself these questions to check in with yourself and your spirituality:
What gives my life meaning and purpose?
What gives me hope?
How do I get through tough times? Where do I find comfort?
Am I tolerant of other people’s views about life issues?
Do I make attempts to expand my awareness of different ethnic, racial, and religious groups?
Do I make time for relaxation in my day?
Do my values guide my decisions and actions?
Basic Ways to Practice Spiritual Wellness
Meditation or yoga
Practicing and praying with your organized religion
Gathering awareness of yourself
Setting intentions and affirmations
Giving back to your community
Connecting with nature
Other Ways to Practice Spiritual Wellness
Use crystals to help heal yourself
Clear Quartz for balance
Obsidian for strength
Rose Quartz for love
Jasper for empowerment
Citrine for optimism
Turquoise for grounding
Moonstone for inner growth
Ruby for vitality
Clear negative energy and refresh your space through smudging
Smudging is a practice that burns sacred plants to cleanse any negative energy in your body or space.
Sage is a classic ingredient to use for smudging. It purifies, relieves symptoms, increases spirituality, and releases negativity. Sage will also cleanse or charge objects, boost moods, relieve stress, and improve sleep quality.
Use oracle or tarot cards to give yourself a reading
When you’re feeling unsure about something or can’t make a decision, you may feel like you want the answer to knock on your front door. Oracle and tarot cards can help with this.
These card decks use source energy and serve as a guide to interpret the outcome based on the forces at play at the time.
Practice monthly moon rituals
Many spiritual people use the moon phases as a type of calendar for their practices. For example, many people set their intentions for the upcoming month at the new moon phase. It is the perfect time to release any stagnant energy in your life.
Moon rituals are a great time to work with your crystals, smudge your space, journal your intentions and affirmations, and take salt baths.
Use essential oils to uplift your spirit
Lavender to ease emotional stress and relax you
Jasmine to bring feelings of energy, optimism, and confidence
Peppermint to invigorate the mind and boost energy
Chamomile to soothe your mind and body
Lemon to calm and clear your mind
Cinnamon restores energy and stimulates mental focus
It's important to stay in touch with yourself and check in to make sure you're taking proper care of your mind, body, and soul. We sell sage and crystals at The Makeup Studio and are here to assist you in every way we can for your spiritual wellness. Have a healthy and happy summer!
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