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Tea Routine: Grounding
Life is perpetually changing, and it's easy to get caught up in a spiral of stress and emotions. Do you often feel like everything's up in the air? Grounding yourself can help you reconnect to the present moment, reducing stress and promoting calmness.
“There is nothing which heaven does not cover, and nothing which earth does not sustain.” - Chuang Tzu.
Grounding, or earthing, realigns your energy by reconnecting to the earth. Though research is limited, smaller studies suggest grounding offers significant benefits. So, why not incorporate this grounding routine into your daily tea routine this week?
Barefoot Connection: As your tea brews, walk barefoot on grass or sand. Feel the earth beneath your feet and take deep, slow breaths.
Imaginary Roots: Close your eyes and imagine roots growing from your feet deep into the earth. With each breath, feel yourself becoming more anchored and calm.
Body Scan: While sipping your tea, lie down flat on the grass or beach if possible, releasing your whole body into the earth's embrace. Visualise the earth's energy filling you with tranquillity.
If outdoor grounding isn't feasible, use grounding sheets, mats, or socks to achieve similar effects.
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Wellbeing
This clinical psychologist looks at the benefits of spending time in nature to destress.
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Deep dive
Discover what grounding is, including health benefits, the science behind it, and how it differs from earthing.
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Thanks for joining me on our pause for tea to rebalance and thrive. It’s great to have you here and I really appreciate your support. Erica x