Have you heard of ‘Earthing’? If not then perhaps you have heard people talking about being grounded?

So what exactly is earthing? Well put simply it is about connecting to the earth, have you ever noticed that you feel more relaxed when you kick off your shoes and feel the grass beneath your feet, or between your toes? Perhaps you have noticed that when you walk on the sand barefoot you feel more connected with nature? Or maybe you have simply noticed how happy children seem to be when not restricted by shoes and they are running barefoot across the lawn, or climbing on rocks with no shoes? This is all about connecting with the earth and essentially recharging your batteries.

The earth is full of natural energy and the benefits of connecting to the earth can include reduced inflammation, increase energy, decease pain, help us to sleep better, reduce jet lag, have better blood flow, reduce headaches and tension, boost your mood, reduce healing times, and even help reduce menstrual pain, or hormonal imbalance. Sounds great yes? So how do we make this happen?

Kick off your shoes! And of course your socks too.

Find a patch of grass, sand, rocks or dirt and start walking. Feel the earth beneath your feet, even sitting or laying down on the earth can help. Relax, play, walk and just enjoy. Try to spend up to 30 minutes per day if possible and let me know if you begin to feel the benefits!

Mac xx

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