Earth

Our ancestors walked barefoot for tens of thousands of years. They slept on the ground, or on animal skins.

The Earth's surface has a plentiful supply of electrons that give it a natural negative electrical charge. Because the human body is electronically conductive, when we are in direct contact with the earth, an equilibrium forms between us and our body synchronises with the natural frequencies of the earth. Go outside and put your bare feet on the earth's natural surfaces. Try and connect with grass, sand, dirt, rocks, plants, trees, oceans, lakes or streams for at least 30minutes per day. Take the time to breathe deeply and appreciate life.

Benefits of Grounding Include:

• Improved sleep

• Reduced inflammation

• Improved vitality

• Reduced stress

• Improved energy levels

CONNECTING WITH THE RHYTHMS & CYCLES OF THE EARTH, SUN & MOON

Our world is full of rhythms - the rising and setting of the sun, the changing of seasons, the waxing and waning of the moon, the tides of the ocean... Circadian rhythms are the physical, mental and behavioural patterns that our bodies follow over a 24 hour period. These rhythms influence many important functions including hormone release, body temperature, eating habits and digestion, cognitive function, mood, immunity, and sleep. When our circadian rhythm is thrown off, it can create significant disturbances to these process and impact both your short and long-term health.

There are several habits we can cultivate to help maintain a healthy circadian rhythm, including exercising daily, eating at consistent times, following a consistent sleep-wake schedule and avoiding naps during the day. The single most powerful environmental cue, however, is light, which is why circadian rhythms are tied to the cycle of day and night.