Thursdays - Physical Self-Care

Traditionally, we like to participate in 'foot soaks'.  They are relaxing and come with holistic benefits.

As I have shared in past posts, I like to be outside with my hands and feet in the earth.  The outcome of this practice can be stained, dirty feet and hands.  But if you soak them each night, this will take care of that. It also helps you have a good nights sleep!

I fill a copper, wooden or stainless steel container with warm water and a little cedar oil, then I soak.  The oil has properties in it that help in a number of ways.   

Please visit this link if you are interested in exploring cedar oil.

You can also add bath salts, fruit, flower petals or your favorite essential oil.  

After about 45 minutes to 1 hours I give myself a bit of a pedicure. I follow this up by rubbing utter cream into the bottom of my feet.  Even scaly, tough skin will turn out soft and smooth.  I stay away from ex-foliating my feet for a number of reasons.  It is a matter of preference based on what one is taught. 

So tonight I hope you are able to give yourself a little something special while you are sitting back relaxing, reading an enjoyable book or listening to some tunes. Treat yourself to a foot soak and see how it makes you feel.

Until next time,

Deborah