The levels of global anxiety and panic we are facing right now require unprecedented emotional robustness from us.
This is the time when our personal practices, health consciousness, and mindfulness are being put to the test.
What we do with our emotional state has a direct effect on our state of wellness.
The most important question right now is
How can I stay healthy?
Very little information regarding prevention is being offered. I would like to correct that.
I am going to keep it simple, offer you a list of actions you can take to keep yourself healthy, be your most vibrant self, and stay smart while variants of COVID-19 run their course.
If you have questions about the reasons behind these actions, or more specifics around supplements, please reach out to me directly.
Top 10 ways to stay healthy, right here, right now:
Bundle up and stay warm.
It is cold out there. Wind carries pathogenic influences and our bare skin or wet hair allow them to penetrate into our bodies. The change in the season also is a time when we become more vulnerable to ‘catching things’. Don’t leave home without your coat, even when the sun is shining.
Stay hydrated.
Drink fresh, distilled, filtered room temp or warmed water. Drink at least 70oz per day. Power pack your water with chlorophyl, it is a gentle cleansing nutrient. I recommend Chlorofresh (can get at Pharmica or PCC).
Breathe.
Breathe in the fresh air of the outdoors. When we get fearful, we have a tendency towards shallow breathing. But we need lots of oxygen to stay healthy. Plus, conscious breath creates more space in the body. More space for calm and ease.
Make your home a sanctuary.
At our house, we have a cleansing station at the front door. We wash our hands, then wipe down our phones, keys, and other items with a sanitizing cloth. We spray ourselves with a mixture of lemon/lavender/cinnamon/clove/tea tree essential oils. This is also a spray you can take with you when out and about. You can purchase it in my Apothecary, its called Healthy Shield.
Take some vitamins:
Although I don’t normally take many vitamins, right now I am taking high doses of Vitamin C, a little bit of Lysine, Zinc, Vitamin D, Nettles and Garlic. I also take a chinese herbal formula and a mushroom tincture to enhance external immunity.
Stop eating sugar.
Just do it. Sugar tanks our immune system, leaving us in the vulnerable zone. This includes, simple carbohydrates and sugar-heavy alcohol like wine and beer. Alcohol and sugar tank the immune system.
Meditate.
Stay healthy and grounded in spite of the hysteria. Here is a grounding meditation that also fortifies the immune system. Do this every day. When the world seems to be spinning out of control, we need to practice grounding and steadiness. We become healthy when we do. Stress tanks our immunity in many ways on many levels. Meditation and mindful breath counter our tendencies of tension and allow for more space in the system to heal. Even just a few minutes will make a big difference.
Sleep.
If you are tired, take a nap. Don’t let yourself get run down. Get at least 8 hours of sleep per night. More sleep in the winter is appropriate. Practice basic sleep hygiene. No screens at least 90mins before bed. No eating 2 hours before bed. If your system has trouble settling, incorporate a guided meditation or yoga nidra body relaxation. Have Questions? Just ask.
Slow Down!
We slow down and we literally slow the spread of the virus. This is the least we can do for the well being of the collective. As much as you can, take advantage of this pause and put unnecessary things in your life on hold, or let them go all together. When you can, create time to reassess, and resource yourself. Time to take care of your body and the space around you. Clearing, cleaning and cleansing.
Spread Love... not germs
We all know that washing our hands will minimize contact with the coronavirus. And everyone is doing a pretty good job. Actually, I am very impressed with the systems instated within our city. The department of public health is doing a great job. Seattle public schools are doing a great job. Small businesses and clinics are doing a great job. Many details are getting ironed out - not only helpful now, but will be in the future. At least we are not washing our groceries anymore before we bring them inside. You still are? That’s cool. You do you.
"Spreading love can even help fight the virus itself - because love and connection can help strengthen our emotional health and immune systems. Humanity has a common enemy, a common cause. Let's come together, and rise to the challenge of the coronavirus with love and determination."
~Avaaz..org
A grounded centered state improves the function of the immune system. Return here as much as possible (meditation practice, breath practice) Have Questions! Let me know, I can help you.
If you get sick. Get tested. Stay home.
The best non-emergency medical resource for Covid19 times:
Virtual Clinic at the Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine
(For patients testing positive for coronavirus, or people with coronavirus-like symptoms)
Work with top practitioners in infectious disease.
Click on the link below for more information or to make an appointment.
Hopefully this information and these practices will help you feel more robust and resilient. Feeling this way can reduce some of the fear that we carry about the state of the world. What do you actually have control over right now? Focus on that and let the rest go. Keep yourself healthy and do what you can to make your slice of life better for the people around you. Kindness goes a long way right now.
Be smart. Be responsible. Be well.
Questions? Email Me.
