Happiful June 2020

@GRACEFVICTORY
Just because a feeling is
difficult doesn’t mean that it
shouldn’t be felt. During these
moments we can learn so much
from our own soul, as well as
bring ourselves more clarity
Photography | JKG PHOTOGRAPHY
4 GET CREATIVE
Playing with the arts and being
creative is beneficial for the soul,
but it’s also a tool to connect to
your inner child. Paint, draw,
colour, or papier mâché your
feelings. Draw whatever is on
your mind, or draw how you’d
like to feel. Whenever I pick up a
paintbrush, I’m drawn to nature
and always paint water or trees, or
both. The actual act of painting is
enough to centre me, but creating
a piece of art that is calming
and still makes it even more
worthwhile. Alternatively you
could play board games, listen to
music, or a podcast. Do something
that takes little physical effort, but
feeds your soul.
3 GET SOME ENDORPHINS
When we’re feeling rubbish, the
last thing most of us want to do
is exercise, but it’s proven to be
a great way to shift low mood
and emotional stress. I’m not
recommending a 45-minute HIIT
class, but simply some form of
movement. My friend, the author,
speaker and life coach Michelle
Elman, recommended The Fitness
Marshall, and I’ve been hooked
ever since. It’s a YouTube channel
that does three to five minute
dance videos to your favourite
artists. From Beyoncé to Demi
Lovato, it’s a quick and simple
way to get some movement in.
After three videos, your face is as
red as a strawberry, but you can’t
beat that post-workout feeling.
Alternatively, you could try yoga, a
walk in nature, or put yourself out
there and learn a TikTok dance.
5 SHOW GRATITUDE
And lastly, write down a list of
things you’re grateful for. Yes,
you can still be grateful when
everything feels uncertain.
Creating a gratitude list raises your
vibrations, and can help bring you
some comfort and relief.
Love
Grace x