The Art Of Making It Doable

Knowing that something is off and change is warranted, knowing what to do, and actually engaging in acts towards change are three paths key segments of making something doable.

In my last article, I helped you get from the first to the second by offering 10 key steps towards bringing about some balance to your nervous system.

Now let’s go from ‘I feel inspired to take action’ towards >> ‘I see a difference after implementing these things in my life!’

When we can simplify the big goals that we have for ourselves in life - it becomes approachable.

And if something isn't approachable, we probably are going to avoid it. At least I am.

So let's make prioritizing your health and your nervous system simple.

Let’s make it doable.

Habits to Make Prioritizing Your Nervous System Doable

Schedule your time outside.

Moving your body as often as possible is not only in our genetic design, it is a large way to promote natural detoxification and a regulated nervous system.

If you find yourself pushing time outside to the back burner, put it in your schedule.

Block out 15 minutes in the middle of the day to go for a walk in between work.

Put ‘post dinner strollsy’ in your calendar for every evening.

Putting it on your calendar, whatever platform you use whether it’s your phone or a bullet journal, can increase the chance of actually achieving the task.

Remember, it doesn't have to be a big 5 hour hike. It can be simple.

Make it doable for you, so that the likelihood of it becoming a habit for you is high.

Get Equipped

If you have a tendency to use your phone for an alarm, and have been meaning to prioritize your morning routine and sleep - this is for you.

Set yourself up for success by acquiring resources that can get you towards your health goals.

Order an alarm clock, or switch to your analog watch for an alarm.

This Rise Centered natural sunrise alarm clock, almost launching, is a best pick for me because it prioritizes your circadian rhythm with natural materials, like Himalayan salt and birchwood, and has a no-fuss set-up.

Make Hydration Easy

The two biggest things I recommend for hydration is to minimize your toxins exposure and to remineralize your water. Both of these aid our nervous system through reducing exposure of toxins that naturally wreak havoc on our bodies and systems. And, it increases the chance of our body actually absorbing the water and staying hydrated.

If you can, reduce consumption of water in plastic bottles. Aim for stainless steel, 100% ceramic or glass containers to drink out of.

Stock your pantry with minerals to put in your drinking water. I am a basic bitch when it comes to this, and really believe products with as little ingredients as possible is the most beneficial. Trace Minerals offers drops that you can supplement you water with. And high quality Celtic sea salt also offers the electrolytes via mineral content that your body requires. If you like the on-the-go flavor options, try LMNT hydration powder.

Incorporate A Gratitude Practice

When it comes to incorporating practices that promote the evolution and shifting or our belief system, gratitude can go a long way.

And if you’re wondering what beliefs have to do with health. The mind-body connection explains that what we think, believe and say to ourselves has a direct impact on our physical bodies.

Getting accustomed to naming the parts of our world that harbor feelings of gratitude can aid in recovery from stress and dysregulation.

At the end of each day, spend 90 seconds writing down a gratitude list.

You can have this be a practice to the start of your day as well, pick a time that you are most likely to pause and engage in this exercise.

Try Something New

Taking on a new skill supports neuroplasticity.

Neuroplasticicty, is the ability of the brain to form and reorganize synaptic connections. It is what allows patients to regain access to basic motor skills after a traumatic brain injury.

Spend 2 hours this week engaging in a skill that interests you. It can be a skill you already invest time in, such as playing the banjo. Or a skill that you’ve been meaning to learn, like juggling.

The aim is not to be the best at this skill. Focus on the actual time invested in learning, not the outcome of your project. That is where the neuroplasticicty comes into play.

Take these actions into your life the next week.

Notice which ones seem to stick, and which ones could use a little more persistence.

See how your body feels now versus after you incorporate these actions into your lifestyle.

Don’t be hard on yourself, it can take weeks, months, even years for our outside selves to see the impact of these habits.

Hold trust, and focus on consistency where you can. Your nervous system deserves it.

Please note: these recommendations are solely for educational purposes and do not substitute for medical advice.

See you outside,

xxxh