Are you stuck in negative emotions, or overwhelmed with lack of inspiration? You are not alone.
A couple weeks ago, I could barely get out of bed. I ended up taking two naps and three salt baths in one day. Clearly I was stuck in overwhelming emotions. The one thing that helps me most when I am feeling depressed is writing. It pulls me through. Whether I write a blog post, work on my next book, or simply create a new idea, it helps me stay centered and not let the overwhelming negativity take over.
As someone who was diagnosed with depression several years ago, I know firsthand how enormous the negative energy can be. Which is why I decided to create a go-to list for feeling better and clearing negative energy. Whether you are depressed; feeling anxious, alone, or insignificant; or doubting yourself or your own worth, it comes back to our energy. When we feel down and in fear, we are in a low vibration. But taking steps to raise your vibration is as simple as making the choice to be more self-aware.
Instead of letting the negative energy consume me, I focused on what small steps I could take to feel better. I wrote and pulled out my go-to tools.
For the first time ever, I am sharing my own go-to tools for raising my vibration and frequency.
My go-to list for overcoming negativity and turning your day around fast:
Feel Your Feelings
First recognize that feeling emotionally low is not bad. So often we feel that when we are depressed, sad or anxious, there is something wrong with us. But this is in fact just part of life. The darker emotions are the energy sources that can give us clarity and help us learn more about ourselves.
Sage
Sage is a powerful tool for clearing out negative energy.
Native American tribes were known to use sage for multiple purposes such as healing, clearing space and ceremonies. Lighting the sage and smudging your space is good practice for balancing the energy in your space. Light it up and allow the sage to burn until it smokes, moving it around to allow the smoke to move around your space. You can even repeat affirmations while rotating the sage stick such as “peace, love and joy fill this room.”
Crystals
Crystals are powerful tools to help you raise your vibration. They are rocks, gems and stones that come from the planet; this earth energy is grounding and can help protect against negativity. Since ancient times, crystals have been used for their powerful energetic healing properties. Crystals can help heal deep-seated issues, bringing forth good health and greater happiness. Each crystal has its own unique healing properties.
My favorite for raising my vibration:
Black Quartz comes from the Himalayan Mountains, a spiritual sacred ground, which helps its healing powers. It will defend you from any kind of psychic attack, and it will keep you away from harm on both a physical and psychic level. The healing energies of the Black Quartz will cleanse and purify you, as well as the environment you are in.
Citrine is another go to. It helps absorb negative energy, while bringing positive energy into your space. It can help develop a more positive mind-set.
Rose Quartz is the queen of self-love. It can be helpful for those that suffer from depression because it is so comforting. This crystal brings in soothing and healing energy to the Heart Chakra and helps you be gentle to yourself and develop self-love.
Prayer
Don’t underestimate the power of prayer. Sometimes we feel helpless and as if nothing we do will make a difference, but praying helps us connect to something much larger than ourselves. It requires radical trust because we can’t really see what we are praying to, but knowing that our prayers are always answered can help you in each moment.
Hot Bath with Epsom Salt
My number-one favorite self-care activity is hot Epsom salt baths.
The minerals in a detox bath are believed to help remove toxins from the body to improve your health, relieve stress and connect back to your true self. Not only is it soothing, relaxing and joyful but it is a way to show yourself more self-love.
Essential Oils
Lemon grass, lavender, and sage oils are all powerful healing tools to help calm the mind and relax the sprit. Put can use a diffuser, inhale them or apply topically. I also put them in my bath for added relaxation and instant ahh.
Meditation
When we think of meditation, we may think of sitting on a pillow and omingyour worries away. That works for some, but really meditation is just the act of being so fully present that your worries can’t exist. My meditation practice looks like doing what I love. When I write I feel calm, centered and in the flow. Doing what you love is a powerful form of meditation because it helps you center within yourself.
Move the Body
Don’t underestimate the major benefit of movement. We often hold negative feelings in our bodies, so dancing, walking, and going to the gym are all great ways to release the energy. Moving your body is an important part of healing.
Earthing
Earthing is the act of connecting with nature, walking barefoot on the ground. Feeling the grass or literally hugging a tree. One of the quickest ways to lift your mood when you’re feeling low vibrational is to get outside. I know when I was depressed, some days it was hard to make it out of bed, but when I stepped outside and breathed in the fresh air, I always felt better. You can always open a window to let fresh air into your space or better yet, go outside because escaping from your current environment calms your mind and can ground you. Nature is a natural mood lifter that connects you with the peaceful vibrational consciousness of our planet.
Positive YouTube Channels
In the past when I felt blue, I went to positive websites, blogs and YouTube channels. I sought out positive messages and tools to help raise my vibration. The main reason I created my website, blog and YouTube channel is to be a positive place online to help people feel better. Here’s a video on clearing negative energy I created that can help.
Cuddle session with furry friend or loved one
Calling a friend and reaching out for support is important but sometimes just taking time to cuddle with your furry friend or loved one will transform the negativity and help you feel better fast.
Recognize we all have bad days. We don’t need to define ourselves by our bad mood. If you are having a hard time feeling better, try any one or all of these tips and watch your vibration improve.
I’d love to hear from you in the tips. What’s your go to for feeling better?
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