Mental Awareness And Self Care

No matter what is going on in the world, you can always choose to take good care of yourself. During times of stress or great concern, it can seem like there is a lot of negativity surrounding you, but just taking a minute to practice mental awareness – looking for the good, the beautiful, the peaceful, and the kind things that are always present in our lives – can be an extremely helpful practice that brings balance and keeps us healthy. 

In our busy lives, we have so many responsibilities, and it can be really tempting to take care of everyone else before we care for ourselves. Yet it is actually a better choice to care for ourselves first, although it can feel selfish. If we are not in healthy mental and spiritual shape, how are we going to adequately assist someone else in need? And today, with all we are facing and concerning ourselves with, it is even more important to take good care of ourselves so that we can lend a helping hand to those who are struggling. 

Adequate exercise, a healthy diet, good sleep, nurturing love, and friendship – all these aspects of our lives are vital to maintaining a good balance. Fostering your mental awareness is another important part of this, as well. Yoga, reading books of wisdom, listening to peaceful music, observing nature – these practices can help you support your mind in its functions, too. 

Here at Urban Oasis Nashville, we know that massage can be an effective way to practice self-care. The power of touch is known to have an amazing effect on both the body and the mind, and working the specific reflex points we all have will stimulate the production of dopamine and serotonin, which are the transmitters that promote feelings of well-being and happiness. Serotonin also stimulates the production of melatonin; this regulates our circadian rhythms and helps us to get to sleep. 

We offer several different types of massage packages to our clients, from an offering for expectant mothers to one that is perfect for a couple to enjoy.  Our skincare and facial products and services can be helpful to you as you practice self care, too. We care about your health, inside and out, so call us or visit us online and learn more about how we can help you. It might be a good time for a spa day!