4 Energizing Rituals + a Spring Up Playlist to Lift You Up
Spring into renewal with these simple ways to energize, lift, and awaken
Springtime invites us to thaw out from winter’s slower rhythms and reawaken our vitality. It’s a season of blossoming, renewal, and fresh starts. Here are a few simple, nurturing ways to help your body, mind, and heart "spring up" with more energy, lightness, and ease:
BRUSH YOUR SKIN: AWAKEN YOUR BODY
The skin is one of our body's most powerful elimination channels, responsible for releasing about one-third of the body's daily impurities. Dry brushing — a gentle exfoliating massage done with a soft-bristled brush — helps stimulate the lymphatic system, promote detoxification, and revitalize circulation.
Tip: Use long, sweeping motions toward the heart. Brush your belly in gentle clockwise circles to support digestion. Always shower afterward to wash away the released toxins. If you don’t have a dry brush, an exfoliating glove works beautifully too.
ENJOY A BREATH OF FRESH AIR: RESET YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM
Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana) is a simple yet profound practice that refreshes your mind, restores balance to your nervous system, and helps clear the mental clutter that can build up after a long winter.
By gently alternating the breath between the left and right nostrils, this technique harmonizes the two sides of the brain — calming the mind, grounding the body, and promoting a deeper sense of inner ease. Even just a few minutes a day can create a noticeable shift, helping you move through life with greater clarity, calm, and resilience.
It’s a beautiful way to literally and energetically "spring clean" your inner world.
LET THE MUSIC MOVE YOU: DANCE INTO THE SEASON
Music has a magical ability to lift the spirit, lighten the heart, and energize the body. Whether you’re tidying up the house, getting ready for your day, or simply needing a spontaneous dance break, let music infuse your moments with joy!
I've curated a brand new Spring UP 2025 playlist for you to move, groove, and bloom along with: Listen here!
SOAK IT UP: BATHING FOR REJUVENATION
An Epsom salt bath is one of spring's simplest luxuries. Epsom salts promote circulation, draw out toxins, and help relax tense muscles. Start by adding ½ cup to your warm bathwater and gradually work up to 5 cups over time if your body tolerates it well.
Note: Always listen to your body. If you feel lightheaded, dizzy, or uncomfortable at any point, simply rinse off and rest.
SNIFF JOY: AROMATHERAPY TO ELEVATE YOUR MOOD
Aromatherapy is an easy way to uplift and energize yourself. Keep a small bottle of essential oil — like orange, lemon, or lavender — nearby for a quick pick-me-up. A few deep inhales can shift your entire mood, making even rainy spring days feel more radiant.
Spring is nature’s way of reminding us: Renewal is always possible.
Gentle movement, nourishing breath, joyful rhythms, warm baths, and uplifting scents are simple yet profound ways to align with the season's energy of growth, vitality, and blossoming.