colour HACKS
Summer is now well and truly in retreat and we should expect a combination of wet & cooler weather over the next few months. We have had that all save up summer holiday and embraced the warm long days. But now we're likely to feel it is time to reflect on how the year has gone so far and possibly worried how the cold might rob us of our positivism.
Autumn can bring a range of diverse feelings. We might find it harder to affirm that we are valuable at this time of year as the days shorten and we have to contend with more darkness. The chemical Serotonin found in our brains which normally contribute to healthy thoughts and happiness, are harder to find in the cooler months, thus helping to facilitate an already disturbed hormonal, sleep or energy level.
Equally, we can love the natural vegetables associated with cooler months such as carrots and turnips. These foods are orange in colour and will help instill a warm sensory feeling when they eaten hot.
We also have more freedom to wrap ourselves in heavier footwear or clothing like jumpers or boots. These can take away the worry of showing our bodies which often comes with the sun or summer and holidays.
We should continue to embrace and train our mindset by drawing on this season that can help us to prepare for Christmas and spending time with our loved ones. For those who suffer from the Seasonal Effective Disorder, it can be a challenging time and we should support those who experience the condition.
A good idea to embrace and hold on to is telling yourself about the beauty of Serotonin and establish a good sleep pattern; recite the love we have for season and absorb the warm & rich nutrients of burnt orange.
Try breathing in the fresh air and turning on lights as soon as getting up and start to plan for next year. Or wear a scarf complimented with something mid blue and take a brisk walk. The mind belongs to us as we all already know. We accept or refuse thoughts sent to us and equally how we respond to those we allow in.
As this page exemplifies, continue to fill up your thoughts and emotions past and present with positive and regular self affirmations. Remember to tell yourself of what you want to achieve and believe it is happening right now. Take care of your breathing and enjoy this most beautiful burnt orange-full time of the year!
Love!