Wellness Wednesday – 5 Ways to Invest in Your Spiritual Well-being

 

Family Relaxing - Brothers with their Grandma

Is your spiritual bank account running low? Don’t let it lead to insufficient funds, make a deposit today. Spirituality has been described as the belief in something greater than yourself. Just as you would take care of your mental and physical health, your spiritual health should be included too.

There are benefits to investing in your spiritual well-being. Here are 4 benefits listed by The Hartford:

·         Feeling calmer, more centered, more mindful

·         Decreasing anxiety

·         Giving you a sense of community

·         Developing your values and feeling more attuned to your emotions

We have to be intentional about our well-being. I say we because I have to remind myself to make time for self-care. The Hartford article also listed 12 Ways toinvest in yourself, I will share my top 5, in no particular order.

1.      Meditate – meditation can reduce symptoms of stress and possibly reduce headaches.

2.      Spend Time in Nature – reduces stress and increases happiness.

3.      Digital Detox – take time away from technology.

4.      Practice Mindfulness – focus on the present moment without worrying about the past or future.

5.      Do a Good Deed – helping someone else can give you an emotional boost.

Don’t let your spiritual bank account lie dormant, take action today. Round out your mental and physical well-being by activating your spiritual well-being.

What tips do you have for investing in spiritual well-being?