Congratulations!
You've taken the first step (often the hardest) to nourish and take care of your mental health, as well as your physical health!
Years ago I was diagnosed with a stress-induced autoimmune condition that was, in part, triggered by excessive worrying about everything! I tried to take care of my worry with a "workaholic" approach to everything, but it didn't stop the fact that I couldn't sleep, and worry was what ruled my actions.
I now sleep restfully, wake up refreshed and energized, and have learned how to take care of my mental health and eliminated all meds for my autoimmune issue. I, personally, do all the things I'm going to share with you, and I attribute my ability to stabilize my mental health and worry to what I'm going to share with you.
I now sleep restfully, wake up refreshed and energized, and have learned how to take care of my mental health and eliminated all meds for my autoimmune issue. I, personally, do all the things I'm going to share with you, and I attribute my ability to stabilize my mental health and worry to what I'm going to share with you.
May your journey be successful ~ and know that I'm here to help!
In these stressful times we could all use some help with our mental health! This page is dedicated to give you tips and recommendations that have been proven to be beneficial for supporting a healthy mental attitude.
It seems as though we are surrounded with doom & gloom in the world today. I hope to offer you some tried and true strategies for creating more balance and emotional stability for everyone in these most difficult times. The following tips and recommendations are things that I personally have found to be beneficial for me in maintaining a healthy outlook on life and hope for the future. I hope you find them helpful, too.
Excessive Worrying ....
- I recently wrote a blog on this topic you can access HERE
- If you can't change or control something, learn how to "let it be" - becoming consciously aware when you are worrying about things you cannot control or influence is the first step in stopping the cycle of worry.
- Meditation & Mindfulness practices are worthwhile things to develop
- Take a walk in nature
- Drink lots of water (yes, dehydration can create foggy thinking, and when you can't think clearly, you can't choose your thoughts).
- Eat a healthy diet with lots of fruits & vegetables. Stay away from processed foods & sugar-laden ingredients
- Turn off the News! (Seriously, this one tip could change everything)
Inflammation Linked to Depression & Anxiety
When you research into causes of depression and anxiety, one the things you will see mentioned is an underlying cause of 𝙄𝙉𝙁𝙇𝘼𝙈𝙈𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉.
When there is inflammation:
- the body does not get enough rapid eye movement (REM) aka deep sleep
- the level of cortisol increases at night, making sleep unrestful
- the sleep center of your brain (the hypothalamus) becomes suppressed.
Inflammation will cause sleep loss. Period. Just one night of sleep loss can further spike inflammation. Can you see how vicious this cycle of sleep loss and inflammation is, if not addressed properly?
Here's where my digging led to - an essential oil called COPAIBA; contains one of the highest level of anti-inflammatory properties in nature called beta caryophylene . Young Living has Copaiba available for topical, aromatic, as well as internal use. I've ingested it, dripped under the tongue and/or kept applying it to support the body when I know I am dealing with inflammation.
When there is inflammation:
- the body does not get enough rapid eye movement (REM) aka deep sleep
- the level of cortisol increases at night, making sleep unrestful
- the sleep center of your brain (the hypothalamus) becomes suppressed.
Inflammation will cause sleep loss. Period. Just one night of sleep loss can further spike inflammation. Can you see how vicious this cycle of sleep loss and inflammation is, if not addressed properly?
Here's where my digging led to - an essential oil called COPAIBA; contains one of the highest level of anti-inflammatory properties in nature called beta caryophylene . Young Living has Copaiba available for topical, aromatic, as well as internal use. I've ingested it, dripped under the tongue and/or kept applying it to support the body when I know I am dealing with inflammation.
Take a Walk!
Getting outside in nature is one of the most powerful ways I have found to help me clear my mind and shift my outlook on life. It's important to take time to notice everything around you when you walk.
I, personally, don't like to listen to tunes, or podcasts or anything else when I'm taking my walks.... I want the full benefit of being mindful of all the beauty around me and taking in the fresh air with a grateful heart. This is truly my "therapy time," and it works.. EVERY time!
Nutrition & Mental Health
Here's an article from the National Institute of Health on the correlation between mental health and nutritional deficiencies CLICK TO READ which basically states that Nutritional neuroscience is shedding light on the fact that nutritional factors are definitely linked to human cognition, behavior and emotions. The article points out that Omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, Minerals and Amino Acids are important for emotional health.
Others recommend a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, and avoiding processed foods and refined sugar... yes, those desserts may make you happy for a moment, but they have blowback!
Genuine Essential Oils Make a Difference!
I cannot emphasize enough how much essential oils have changed my life, and specifically my mental health, as well as my husband's. We use them every day, without fail, because without them, we are not thriving like we do with them.
Be sure to grab your FREE Guide "Essential Oils for Emotional Support" if you haven't yet, and get all the details about how to use the Feelings Kit. And don't stop there! Diffusing oils in your home can work wonders for the mental health of everyone who enters. Got questions? Contact me.
My Mental Health Supplement Recommendations
These are the supplements my husband and I both take for our mental health, as well as physical health support. They speak to the recommendations by the NIH, and they are the highest quality supplements following Young Living's guidelines for Seed to Seal!
MindWise™ supports normal cardiovascular and cognitive health using CoQ10, ALCR, and GPC ingredients, along with fruit juices and extracts, turmeric, and premium essential oils.*
OmegaGize³® combines the power of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D3, and CoQ10 along with essential oils to support normal brain function and normal heart, eye, and joint health.*
Super B™ contains all eight B vitamins and bioavailable chelated minerals to help you maintain healthy energy levels, support cardiovascular and cognitive function, and ease feelings of everyday stress.*
AminoWise™ enhances muscle performance, reduces fatigue, and supports muscles during and after exercise using a triple-targeted formula that features branched-chain amino acids, premium essential oils, antioxidants, and minerals.*
Mineral Essence provides essential ionic minerals, which are the most fully and quickly absorbed form of minerals available. It’s an excellent source of magnesium in a convenient, easy-to-use bottle.*
Add a daily shot of NingXia Red to your diet to enjoy the benefits of this powerful, whole-body supplement and antioxidant super food.*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Young Living products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
I would love to help you find very specific, targeted solutions for your very individual needs. You can schedule a FREE consult with me & and I would be happy to help you narrow your focus to get even better results.
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Supporting Emotions with Essential Oils
