Ideally
it would be a room, but it can also be a sun porch, backyard patio, or the
corner of bedroom, where you can create your “moment of Zen”. Include yoga mat,
blankets, soft music, soothing sounds, simple furniture and soft lighting. Make
sure it’s free of distractions such as phones, tablets and computers. Add
things like:
•
Aromatherapy-scents of lavender or chamomile are relaxing. Use essential oils
• Water
feature-These are easy to create but a sound machine can duplicate
the sound of the ocean or rain falling
• Elements
of nature-Use only natural textures for things like blankets. A wooden bowl full of pebbles is restful on
the eyes and you can use the stones for gentle self-massage. Art can reflect
various aspects of nature. A noise machine to duplicate whispering winds and
other sounds can be very soothing. Plants have a very calming effect and
provide oxygen
•
Candles-Use soy or beeswax
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Hide the electronics-If your TV room is going to double as your spa space, find
a way to hide the TV (cabinet, screen)
•
Include a Zen Garden: Make your own. Use
a shallow container, such as a bowl or tray. Fill it with fine sand- playground
sand is fine or check your local craft store or even local gardening
center. Select an odd number of small
polished stones for the garden. A tiny rake can be found at hobby and craft
shops, should be placed by the side of the garden so you can rake different
patterns. You can also make your own rake with dowels. In a pinch, use a small
fork.
The view outside a window
can be enhanced with bird feeders as well as shrubs and flowers that attract
bees and birds.
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