“The centre of the universe really does exist within the gut, India and the Chinese have known this for thousands of years and we are only now just discovering it”
~ Tim Spector

5. #Reset Tips

- Aim to eat 30 plants (nuts, fruits, and vegetables) per week for a #healthy gut microbiome
- Sip warm water with ginger, fennel or cumin to rekindle digestion.
- Focus on eating well-cooked foods, taking some deep breaths before meals, and chewing slowly and well.

4. #Spirit: Don’t forget what season you’re in

Just because it's a #newbeginning on paper doesn't mean your body has entered #Springtime Mode.
We’re still in the heart of #winter, and your body is still in #hibernation
Clear old energies if you want, but keep resting until the spring equinox.

3. Heart: Be aware of how what you eat impacts how you feel

Rich, sugary foods disrupt gut bacteria & affect mood
Your gut is your second brain, so a healthy gut supports emotional well-being
In Ayurveda, indulgences can weaken your Agni (digestive fire), leading to physical and emotional heaviness

2. #Body: Don’t over-compensate

You might get bombarded online with crash #diets or extreme #workouts, but this is not the solution. Going to opposite extremes will just keep the pendulum swinging indefinitely.

Your body needs #balance, not punishment.

5. Hot chocolate - open the #heartchakra, turn up the serotonin, and get cosy.

What are your go-tos when you want to get out of a bad mood?

#mentalhealth #emotions #processing #badmood #feelgood #psychology #psychologytips #therapy

4. Take my meds. I have #ADHD and I don’t take meds every day, in fact I rarely take them. But an overall natural approach and daily norms of #holistic treatment for your condition doesn’t mean you shouldn’t allow yourself to enjoy modern #medicine when you have the option.

5/6

3. Get moving. A nice #stretch, some #yoga, or even a brisk walk in #nature can really get you back into your body, blood flowing, and energy up. Sometimes #grumpiness is really just #sluggishness.

4/6

2. Sad #music - It won’t work for everyone, but for me letting myself sink into the sadness helps me recharge my #energy, liberate the slump, and gradually I’ll choose more exciting songs and sing my heart out until my mood has improved.

3/6

1. Cuddles - whether it’s with a friend or a partner, the #oxytocin released during nice long #cuddles is one of the healthiest happy chemicals you can get

2/ 6

What #direction or #value will you carry into 2025? Share it below; I’d love to hear what inspires you!

1. Reflect on one or two values that resonate most with you (e.g., #growth, #connection, #health).
2. Ask: “What small actions can I take each day/week to live in alignment with this direction?”

I will incorporate movement into my daily #routine.
This is adaptable to how you feel that day, so you are more likely to stick to it.

So what should you do?

And they allow #flexibility: even if plans change, the value remains intact.

Example:

#Goal: I will go to the gym 4 times a week.
This is rigid, precise, and you might feel like you failed if you aren’t consistent.

#Direction:

Goals are outcome-focused, but directions are process-focused.
Research shows that when we align actions with our values, we experience greater #fulfillment and #resilience.

Directions serve as #intrinsicmotivators - they remind you of who you want to be, not just what you want to #achieve.

4. Keep these intentions in a small bag with some dried lavender or chamomile for posterity, and store it in a safe place.
You can come back to your intentions at any moment to remind yourself of the direction to follow in 2025.

Happy #BlackMoon, and Happy #NewYear!
4/4

31st is a perfect time!

3. Now you’ve made space for the new, take your moonstone if you have one, and write down your intentions for the coming year.

Example: I want to have more structure in my work life, and be mindful towards my personal spiritual healing practices.
3/4

1. Journal prompt: what do I want to let go of from the year 2024?

Example from me: I want to stop chasing cheap dopamine, I want to let go of my fear of xyz

2. Write down your answers on individual pieces of paper, and find a safe place to burn them. Outside during the night of the 30th or
2/4