With today’s hurried and hectic pace of life, and  the dwindling level of social interaction, we face ever-increasing negativity. Many people are not even aware of the amount of negativity that permeates their lives. It builds and builds some more, often subtly and gradually until we experience the symptoms such as poor sleep, poor health or an unsettled mind. In most instances, we do not know why we experience such symptoms.

We need to detox our spirit in the same way we detox our internal organs. Our minds and spirits deserve to be healthy and at peace. However, we have to take the steps to care for them.

1. Experiencing nature

Nature allows us to reconnect with the bigger picture and has an immediate and positive effect on our psyches. However, we need to disconnect ourselves from artificial items like phones and gadgets to truly experience it. If possible, stop by a park on your way home, or just squeeze in a short daily walk free from any distractions.

2. Your surroundings

The people you surround yourself with affect your state of mind. You have no doubt felt the effects of group laughter. If the people around you are positive and focused on the present, that positivity will pass on to you. The opposite is also true for the negative people. Seek out those who bring you positive energy and begin to phase out those who don’t.

3. Helping people in need

It is too easy to become bogged down in trying to keep up with the Jones’;always comparing yourself in accomplishments, stations and possessions. The best way to push negativity like this out of your mind is to take a step back and see the people who are less fortunate than you. Rather than trying to keep up with those ahead of you, look for ways to help those behind you catch up. It will not be long before you are grateful for what you have and begin to see your life through a more positive lens.

4. Meditation

Find time for yourself to meditate, even if it is just a few minutes of the  day. Meditation is a necessary pause in your exhausting routine to connect with your senses and reflect on positivity.

5. Remember what good you have received

It does us no use to envy what others have. However, looking at your own life and seeing all that you have will make you realize that you almost always have more than what you asked for. This positive reflection helps in detoxing our minds by giving us a note of gratitude to end on.

Many things in life are difficult. All the same, everything is temporary. Connect with your spirit in order to remove the toxic energy from your life. Treat your mind and your spirit the way you should treat your body with care, love and respect.

In Health,

Angie