Page 28 - August 1 Retreat
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Me Time
“Me Alone Time” is when I honor myself, -1 cup salt
my body, my mind, and spirit. Here is one -1/2 cup olive oil
of the ways you can do that. -5-6 drops of essential oil (There are many
options: lavender is relaxing, lemongrass
Imagine a trip to the beach and swimming is refreshing, and rosemary is stimulating.
in the sea - how good we feel afterwards! Experiment with more but choose quality oils.)
You may be surprised, but a big factor
of that good feeling is salt water. It is an Salt Baths
example of wet salt therapy, which has Salt baths are great for skin, muscles, and
many healing benef ts for our body and is the respiratory system. To create a salt bath,
also great for our skin. mix 2 cups of coarse sea salt in warm water,
2 cups of Epsom salt and ½ cup of baking
Salt Scrubs soda. Add 5-8 drops of essential oil and enjoy!
Making your own salt scrub at home is Make sure your bath water is of comfortable
easy. Simply mix sea salt, essential oils of temperature so you could soak in for 15-20
your choice, and add either olive, almond, minutes.
or grapeseed oil. Use it in the shower and Play some nice relaxing music while you are
enjoy breathing the aroma of the oils. Not taking a bath, add bubbles if you would like.
only does this clear your nasal passages, The main purpose is to relax, and be mindful
your skin gets exfoliated, rejuvenated, and of the experience – smell, feel, listen, enjoy.
silky smooth! Tip: hot water can increase your blood
30 pressure. If you have high blood pressure,
take a shower with a salt scrub instead.
