{"id":56700,"date":"2018-04-09T10:28:43","date_gmt":"2018-04-09T14:28:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wellvyl.com\/?p=56700"},"modified":"2020-06-09T08:02:57","modified_gmt":"2020-06-09T08:02:57","slug":"selfcarearoundtheglobe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wellvyl.com\/media\/selfcarearoundtheglobe\/","title":{"rendered":"LEARNING SELF-CARE: LESSONS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spring is in the air!<\/strong> With that we find ourselves beginning to come out of hibernation and into the living world of sunshine. Many of us also find ourselves sticking to resolutions of health as we begin, or perhaps get more serious about, our exercise and overall health. The result of all this movement is usually a desperate need of a massage or general self TLC.<\/p>\n

Recently I began to scour the internet for the best massage at a reasonable price. In this search, I began to realize an ugly truth. In our city self-care or preventative measures for health, sadly is a privilege, not a right. Instead of becoming discouraged by this I began to think of the melting pot our city also is.\u00a0 We are home to many people from different cultures and customs promote self-care (often more than we do in the states.) With this mindset of “health for all” also comes world lessons of affordable self-care practices.<\/p>\n

The average cost of a 60-minute massage in NYC is between $100- $150. Accounting for the general expenses of rent- which really is \u2018too damn high\u2019<\/a>, food, and basic living cost it doesn\u2019t take a Ph.D. to realize the pool of choice to \u2018treat yo self\u2019 is left for the elite. But this isn\u2019t the case for our fellow humans across the globe. From eastern cultures of routine massages to new European practices to protect employees off time, there is a global shift that is beginning to recognize the importance of giving people the space to rest and rejuvenate.<\/p>\n

Before we all pack our bags to become expats, let\u2019s take a bit less drastic measure and see what regimens we can incorporate into our lives here and now.\u00a0With that, here are five adaptably affordable lessons of self-care for the everyday New Yorker.<\/p>\n

Self-Care Lessons from China<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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In China, traditional medicine often includes massages.\u00a0 There is a foundational understanding of the physical relationship to toxins and chemical blocks in our bodies. Through routine massages, cupping and acupuncture our chi (or life energy) flow more freely. The result? Organs improve vitality and health. Lucky for us there are a lot of options to find affordable massages that offer cupping in the city.\u00a0 Try Four Seasons<\/a> by NYU if you\u2019re looking for a spot.<\/p>\n

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Self-Care Lessons from India<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"ImageOriginating over 3,000 years ago in India, Ayurvedic living promotes mindfulness towards your general lifestyle. The Ayurvedic lifestyle is holistically aligned to your unique body. Through examining your body type and various characteristics (such as skin type and personality traits) you are given a \u2018dosha\u2019 makeup.\u00a0 Your dosha allows you to learn how to best exercise, eat, and align with what your body needs to balance your energy. (Take a quiz to find your dosha here<\/a>.)<\/p>\n

Self-Care Lessons from Sweden<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Many famous quotes nod to the importance not of actions but of how we do things. (Think \u2018it\u2019s not what you said, it\u2019s how you said it.\u2019<\/em>) Let’s apply this to our morning \u2018fuel\u2019 or coffee. Coffee in America is viewed with a “don’t\u2019 talk to me till I\u2019ve had my morning cup\u201d mentality while in Sweden, they see the importance of coffee in a different light. Fika is the concept to have coffee as a mindful break intended for colleagues and friends. It gives a rejuvenation to your day and promotes community- it\u2019s even a verb. Need a Fika routine? Schedule a daily 30-minute meeting with your \u2018cubby buddy\u2019 or \u2018work wife\u2019 where you take a nice walk to the local coffee shop and grab a bite and chat. (You can even bring some treats\/ coffee\/tea from your house and save a little $$).<\/p>\n

Self- Care Lessons from Spain<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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One of the most commonly known self-care treatments is a siesta. Historically connecting to Spain (as well as many Latin countries) Siestas is an intentional time where you take rest (or a quick nap) after lunch.\u00a0 Many places in the states have started to recreate this idea of siestas. With sleeping rooms and pods becoming more popular we\u2019re starting to catch on to the importance of a mid-afternoon nap. Need some help on settling into rest? Check out our article on Yoga Nidra.<\/a><\/p>\n

Self-Lessons from France<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Recently our friends across the pond have initiated a law begun to uphold employees sacred weekends. Among other things, this law is intended to help prevent burnout. It allows employees to a right to ignore messages sent late in the night as well as over the weekend. Called \u2018The Right to Disconnect\u2019 this newly instated policy instates a much-needed break we need to disconnect from the stresses of work.\u00a0 It also promotes routine rejuvenation and recharging. Currently, we might not be able to completely disconnection but we can begin to set rules for ourselves. By having honest talks with our managers about when our \u201cno talk\u201d times are as well as using our \u201cdo not disturb\u201d options on our phones we will begin to disconnect from our info-obesity and find space to find a reconnection with ourselves- the ultimate self-care.<\/p>\n

Try incorporating these five tips into your daily routine and let us know which one was your favorite to try!<\/em>
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