Stress Awareness Day

 Raising Stress Awareness At RITUAL Skin & Beauty Clinics In Hampshire

We want to talk about stress at RITUAL Skin & Beauty Clinics in Alton & Alresford.

Stress is a word that is used a lot in everyday life, but we know that it can actually have a devastating impact on our mental health and physical wellbeing, as well as our relationships with friends and family too.

We also know that we’ve got a big month coming up… When the festivities begin, we’ll be busy seeing friends and family, eating out all the time, drinking more than usual and perhaps exercising less.

We know it's coming... So this November, let’s be proactive! Let’s make sure we feeling strong and rested in advance. Let’s focus on self care, mindfulness and prioritising ourselves now.

And to help with that we’ve created a little "Feel Good Guide” for 10 quick and easy tips and ideas help us enjoy the festive season and limit overwhelm.

RITUAL's Feel Good Guide

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1. Set Your Alarm A Few Minutes Earlier

The morning routine can be busy, hectic and stressful. Why not set your alarm just a few minutes earlier than usual and take a moment with your own thoughts to get set for the day.

2. Talk Yourself Up With Daily Affirmations

These are positive, impactful and meaningful words and statements that help us think in a more positive way. Some of the ones we like are “I am full of love and joy”, “I am confident” and “My positive thoughts create positive actions”. Feel free to borrow ours whilst your come up with your own.

3. Ditch the Caffeine

Yes, really. Try it for a week and see how you feel and how much better you sleep! There are great alternatives available from herbal teas to fruit infusions. We love our homemade Lemon and Mint tea for a tasty Vitamin C injection and a great alternative for an energy boost.

4. Breathe

Yes, of course we doing this to stay alive, but we’re talking about deep breathing exercises, proven to strengthen lung function, stabilise blood pressure and lower stress. We enjoy the the 4-Square breathing technique and use this in our Mindful Massage treatment.

Breathe in for the count of 4. Hold for the count of 4. Breathe out for the count of 4. Then, repeat. It doesn’t have a to be a large portion of time out of your day. Little and often works well with these types of exercises.

5. Get Out And Get Some Air

Being stuck working from home, behind a desk all day, inside with your head down can really take it’s toll. We need to feel the breeze through our hair, the sun on our face or sprinkle of rain on our skin.

6. Stick It In The Diary

It can be easy for us to set great intentions for the day, but then life gets in the way sending the whole plan off-piste. Actually carving out time for self-care is the most valuable meeting you’ll have all day.

7. Plan Your Meals

When the stomach rumbles, it’s easy to grab whatever is available and quick to eat. The problem is those snacks can often be unhealthy, high in salt and low in nutrition. Planning lunches and snacks in advance can help you make good choices that will boost your energy and help you feel fuller for longer too.

8. Be Mindful

We’ve all heard of this term (we go on about it enough at RITUAL we know!) but what does it actually mean? The essence of mindfulness is enjoying the here and now. Let go of thoughts of what happened yesterday, or what may happen tomorrow. Take a moment in your day to be fully present.

9. Switch Off With No Tech Before Bed

The blue light emitted from our devices causes havoc with our body’s ability to prepare for sleep. It stops our body producing melatonin, which is the hormone that makes us sleepy. Current guidance is to avoid blue light 2-3 hours before you go to bed!

10. Write It Down

92% of us feel stressed before we sleep. Keeping a notebook by the side of your bed allows you to jot down any bits and bobs you’ve not managed to complete today, ready for a new day tomorrow. Your brain will relax more knowing you have a plan to tackle those niggles once you have rested and reset.

We hope you’ve enjoyed our little Feel Better Guide RITUAL!

Book A Relaxing Appointment At Top Skin Clinics In Hampshire

If you want to really relax, make sure to book in for an appointment at RITUAL Skin & Beauty Clinics in Alton and Alresford. To book your appointment, please call your local RITUAL clinic or book online.