"There must be quite a few things a hot bath won't cure, but I don't know many of them" ( Sylvia Plath)For me, taking a bath is not a means by which to cleanse the skin, it is more to cleanse the mind, it is a treat, an escape from worries, it puts troubles into perspective, makes me slow down and relax almost to a meditive state.
Preparation is everything, fluffy towels waiting, soft candles not harsh lights, the curtains closed, fragranced bath oil for the water to naturally moisturise your skin while you soak. Some Rose petals are soothing to watch floating on top of the water.
The comforting feeling you get when you submerge yourself slowly into the water which makes you go aahhh, like arms wrapped around you in a big cuddle, anxieties literally melt away and your mind can slow down. A few minutes can be spent difusing what appeared to be problems before you got in the water and then you can let your mind go, just go......this is the time when I am most creative, letting ideas slowly come to me, clearing my mind allows good things to enter.
In a troubled day I catch myself thinking, " I will deal with that in the bath later" and it works, its impossible to feel anxious and stressed while soaking in warmth and breathing in the wonderful aroma of Lavender or Rose.
There are different types of baths you can take,
WHEN YOU ARE UNWELL WITH A COLD: Add some dead sea salts for your aching joints and muscles, add a few drops of Eucalyptus or Naouli essential oil to clear your head and nose.
WHEN YOU NEED A GOOD NIGHTS SLEEP: Add some almond or olive oil, about a capful to the water, together with a few drops of Lavender and Chamomile essential oil.
FOR AN EVENING OF SEXUAL PLEASURE: These oils are renowned for increasing libido, Patchouli, Rose, Jasmine, Vanilla or Frankinsense a few drops in the water will do the trick.
Under water lights are pretty and soothing, you can buy one of these for a few pounds for an extra special experience.
No comments:
Post a Comment