Isabella's Guide to Shelter in Place

We have been blessed with the gift of time right now. When we are so busy, we spend a lot of time in our heads and not in our bodies. Here are some ways I have been able to get out of my head and feel more in union with the world around me. 
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1. Daily Gratitude Practice: When we see the world full of abundance, abundance begins to come our way. Yet, when we see the world full of lack and struggle, then lack and struggle begin to manifest in our lives. Every morning or night, write down 3 things you are thankful for. This can be ANYTHING! I have a white board on my fridge I do this on, but while you are stuck at home, start a journal. Ex: Today I am grateful for sunny days, my garden, new glasses prescription. 
   
   
2. Awareness of Breath: How many of you are actually aware of your breath? There is a quote that I love: “the way you breathe is the way you live”. Set a timer for 1 minute and just breathe. Let it be that simple! Ask yourself “how is my breath treating me today?”  Follow your inhales and your exhales. Is your breath deep or shallow? Long or short? Don’t change it. Just listen. 
   
   
3. The Four Agreements: This book by Miguel Ruiz is a quick and easy read that will give you four steps towards personal freedom. I read this book 4 years ago for the first time and continue to reread it every year. Autumn has been kind enough to buy this book for all of us! You can find it on your kindle, under “Books”. Thanks Autumn!
   
   
4. Homemade Veggie Broth: I thought I’d add a simple at home recipe you can do to save money and reduce waste! If you cook with vegetables, save all of your scraps (onion peels, ends of carrots, celery, etc)! I put mine in a reusable bag and freeze the scraps until the bag is full. Once you have a full bag of veggie scraps, you’re ready to make your own veggie broth!
   1. ​Fill a large pot with veggie scraps and enough water to cover them. 
   2. Add a tablespoon of garlic.
   3. Add salt & pepper to taste.
   4. Bring to a boil and then reduce to simmer for an hour. 
   5. Strain the broth and store in a jar. ​

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By Isabella Carvajal