Health & Wellness is not only a part of the experience in a hospitality setting but also a part of our daily lives. Over the past month and half, many of us are looking to re-create our self-care practices during the quarantine at home, as many of us find it just as necessary as home improvement. 

It is also extremely essential to feel normal during not so normal times. Here are 7 things that allow you to go inward that is a part of our Founders Daily/ Weekly routine.  

Time to unwind

1-     Epson salt bath infused with essential oils of your choosing; add some ambiance to your bathroom by adding your favorite non-toxic candle or burn some Palo Santo to bring in the good vibes. A magnesium bath is traditionally known as essential mineral, crucial for proper muscle function. Research suggests that transdermal absorption of magnesium can provide therapeutic benefits for chronic muscle aches, cramping, or stiffness. Our founder likes to alternate between these two options being an athlete for many years she found it essential for recovery between races.

2-     Add to your morning routine extra step by creating your own home-made body scrub, take sugar place in a glass jar and mix it with olive oil or coconut oil, and drop in some essential oil.

Where all sitting around these days so we can all use little more circulation in the body. 

 Ingredients

·       1/2 Cup Coconut Oil

·       1 Cup Raw or Granulated Sugar or mix

·       1/2 tsp Cinnamon

·       1/4 tsp Ginger

·       1/8 tsp Clove

Hand mix all ingredients together and place in an airtight container. Experiment with different spices and essential oils.

3-     Weekly hair mask you ran out don’t worry, here is nurturing hair mask you can make yourself:

Ingredients

·       1/2 avocado

·       1/4 tsp olive oil G

·       1 egg 

 Mash the avocado, mix in olive oil, and egg applies root to tip to damp or dry hair. Besides moisturizing benefits, the combination is rich in protein, which helps strengthen the hair and protects against split ends.

4-     Our founder has been working with Pari Ansary Naturaphtic Herbalist, Unani Tibb Practitioner and Holistic Hijama Therapist, Pari is the owner of Pure Earth and for the past 2 years part of her daily recommendations is using Copaiba Oil and recommend doTERRA which Sarah had been introduced to during members lunch- and learn a month prior at Neuehouse. What she loves about doTERRA is that it is certified pure therapeutic grade essential oils that can be ingested and used topically. Copaiba oil can help soothe anxious feelings during times of stress or nervousness and, when taken internally, supports a healthy immune and cardiovascular system.

• Diffuse two drops each of Copaiba, Vetiver Lavender, and Wild Orange to promote restful sleep.

• Place one to two drops of Copaiba under the tongue to encourage a sense of well-being.

• Apply two to three drops and cover with Deep Blue Rub to soothe sore, tired muscles.

5-     Journaling – keeping both a gratitude and daily journal that you can freestyle in both upon rising and before bedtime provides a place for you to release any feelings or energy picked up throughout the day. 

 6-     Foot massage, feet are sacred in chines medicine they have acupressure points to all of your major organs. Place small balls on roll them on the bottom of your foot. 

7-     Easy Pose (Sukhasana) with a forward bend – Strengthens the back and stretches the knees and hips, groin, and outer thigh muscle. Sitting upright a with your spine aligned also reduces stress and anxiety. 

Mindfulness takes you through to the other side

Be mindful of your thoughts, what you watch and what you are saying they are powerful tools for creation – choose to watch something funny or fun to uplift your mood – skip the scary or drama movies during these times -  And as a friendly reminder as we all know we are what we eat – eating healthy meals helps the immune system.

Choose a daily ritual

Most of us New Yorkers create, breathe, and move close to the speed of lighting compared to our counterparts living in the suburbs or the countryside. We are given time to truly pause so nurture yourself and unwind during the pandemic of 2020. No matter what you decide to do be it a salt bath to release tension in the body - burn a candle and pop open your favorite wine choose a daily ritual that gives a moment to center your energy, your thoughts, and your feelings all into one by going inward.