Magnesium is the secret! Magnesium is involved in biochemical reactions that keep our bones strong, our hearts healthy and our nervous system functioning like it should. It's a concern of mine to focus on my nervous system being that I have mental disorders.
Each night before I go to bed I take a Calcium & Magnesium supplement. I naturally try to eat foods high in calcium and magnesium but this extra supplement before bed calms my mind and my body.
When I've had an extra busy day or an extra busy mind (feeling anxiety or panic setting in) I pull out a drink called "Calm." You can get it at health food stores or just order it online. I was nervous to see that it was lemon flavored because when I was super sick with my pregnancy it was "lemon" that got me through. I avoid lemon now because I can't handle the memories it brings back of that sickness. I love this drink though! It really does taste good. It's sort of like a lemon lime soda. It has a little fizz to it.
And the last thing I'll share today is "epsom salt baths." Hello! It makes so much sense. Do we not soak sore feet or injuries in this stuff?!?! Why not our body? You're supposed to dissolve 2 cups of epsom salt in a full bath tub and use 3 drops of lavender oil or my favorite--rose oil. Climb in and soak for 20 minutes.
When I use these baths I literally feel a calm come over me from head to toe. I've used "Lorazepam" medication to stop my panic attacks in the past and these baths give me that same exact feeling. I'm so happy to have a much more natural way to help.
Hope these little tips help. They sure have blessed my life!
