{"id":15937,"date":"2018-10-16T14:36:20","date_gmt":"2018-10-16T03:36:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/?p=15937"},"modified":"2025-07-21T14:58:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T04:58:50","slug":"7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/","title":{"rendered":"The 7 Steps To Living A Zen Lifestyle"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;When you realise nothing is lacking, the whole world belongs to you.&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~ <\/span><\/em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lao Tzu<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zen: simple, easy, tranquil.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15944\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Buddha-Mini.jpg\" alt=\"zen massage zen mobile massage\" width=\"3000\" height=\"2001\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Buddha-Mini.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Buddha-Mini-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Buddha-Mini-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Buddha-Mini-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3000px) 100vw, 3000px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding a bit more \u201czen\u201d to our life is beneficial to both our brain and our body. In the past we\u2019ve explored some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/10-mindfulness-exercises-to-combat-stress-anxiety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mindfulness exercises<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that can alleviate stress and anxiety, which are great to include in your zen routine. We\u2019ve also given you some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/simple-self-care-tips-for-spring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">spring self-care tips<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">you can easily carry over into your everyday life no matter what the season, so be sure to check out those blogs as well to get the full mind-body package!<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On that note, let\u2019s have a look at the 7 steps that add more zen to our daily life.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/#1_Rise_Early\" >1. Rise Early<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/#Here_are_some_bonus_tips\" >Here are some bonus tips:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/#2_Exercise\" >2. Exercise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/#3_Declutter\" >3. Declutter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/#4_Take_a_Breather\" >4. Take a Breather<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/#5_Meditate\" >5. Meditate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/#6_Treat_Yourself\" >6. Treat Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/7-steps-zen-massage-zen-lifestyle\/#7_Dont_Neglect_Shut-Eye\" >7. Don\u2019t Neglect Shut-Eye<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Rise_Early\"><\/span>1. Rise Early<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, we are well aware that this is one of those tips that\u2019s way easier said than done. Truth be told, mornings can be difficult and not everyone enjoys departing dreamland for the real world. Our eyes are often bleary and our brains are a bit foggy and our muscles don\u2019t cooperate when we sleep on them funny. We\u2019ve all had floppy-arm syndrome at least once in our lives.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What we will promise right now is that every step after this one will help you become an early riser. Every day begins with getting out of bed, and that\u2019s the only reason it\u2019s the first thing on the list. We know that getting up early isn\u2019t an easy thing for everyone to do, but once you start it\u2019s amazing how much extra stuff you can achieve in just a day.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15942\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Bed-Spread.jpg\" alt=\"zen massage zen mobile massage\" width=\"5500\" height=\"3669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Bed-Spread.jpg 5500w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Bed-Spread-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Bed-Spread-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Bed-Spread-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5500px) 100vw, 5500px\" \/><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Here_are_some_bonus_tips\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some bonus tips:<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t touch the snooze button (or if you can\u2019t resist, put your alarm out of reach so that you need to get up in order to turn it off)<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a shower straight away<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sit up in bed and stretch<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drink a glass of cold water<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eat something (even if it\u2019s just a snack)<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go over today\u2019s to-do list<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Early Birds will know\u00a0that waking up early keeps them organised, focussed and productive. If nothing else, the world is quieter in the morning. Use this time as me-time.<\/p>\r\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Exercise\"><\/span>2. Exercise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all know that exercise is important and that we could be doing more of it. So many of us have gym memberships we don\u2019t use, or dumbells that are just dust collectors, or have expensive exercise equipment as decorations. Getting motivated to move can be daunting, and sometimes the case is that the more you think about it, the less and less appealing it gets.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living a zen lifestyle does not mean you need to pump iron for an hour every day or run a half marathon. Any sort of exercise is good for your brain. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/regular-exercise-changes-brain-improve-memory-thinking-skills-201404097110\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This Harvard Medical School study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> says that exercise helps memory and cognitive function \u2013 that\u2019s definitely a good thing. Exercise is also a fantastic way to release stress and tension because while you\u2019re busy concentrating on your body, your mind can find clarity. Give your mind a break while working your muscles.<\/span><\/p>\r\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 25px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_gallery type=&#8221;flexslider_style&#8221; images=&#8221;15947&#8243; onclick=&#8221;link_no&#8221; img_size=&#8221;906&#215;772&#8243;][vc_column_text]Getting started can be as simple as light yoga or a jog around the block. If even that sounds like too much, take a walk. Just 20 minutes every other day can contribute enormously to a zen attitude. Take the dog or the kids (or take both) and make it a family affair. You don\u2019t have to do the full-blown Kath and Kel power-walk \u2013 just go at your own pace.<\/p>\r\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Declutter\"><\/span>3. Declutter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>Okay, we admit it \u2013 so far this isn\u2019t the most appealing list. Get up early, do some exercise, and clean your house? Probably not everyone\u2019s favourite activities. But think about this: have you ever seen a \u201czen\u201d environment that\u2019s messy?<\/p>\r\n<p>The zen lifestyle is one of clarity. It involves looking beyond our materialism and learning to value our individual selves. It all sounds a bit airy-fairy, but take a look at the science of a clean environment. One study finds that those who describe their home negatively in terms of clutter and mess are more likely to be stressed and experience adverse health effects. Contraily, people who characterised their homes with attributes of cleanliness and order were found to be happier.<\/p>\r\n<p>In our previous <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/simple-self-care-tips-for-spring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">self-care blog post<\/a>, we mentioned the KonMari decluttering method. Marie Kondo is a Japanese author and organising consultant. She\u2019s a professional cleaner in the most qualified sense of the word, with a global best-selling book dedicated to the art of tidying up.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15943\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Mugs.jpg\" alt=\"zen massage zen mobile massage\" width=\"3999\" height=\"2662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Mugs.jpg 3999w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Mugs-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Mugs-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Minimalist-Mugs-1024x682.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3999px) 100vw, 3999px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>Decluttering is a purge of your material things, and by removing items that not longer matter to you, that don\u2019t \u201cspark joy\u201d, you eliminate these mini-stressors from your life. A zen home is a tidy home, and a tidy home is a zen mind.<\/p>\r\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Take_a_Breather\"><\/span>4. Take a Breather<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>To be zen is to be mindful and to possess an awareness of the self. Know your strengths and weaknesses and embrace them. When you feel bogged down, take a break. That\u2019s why holidays were invented, right? The vast majority of us don\u2019t have the means to go on a vacation every second week, but that doesn\u2019t mean that you can\u2019t give yourself a break.<\/p>\r\n<p>Let\u2019s visit science again. People who take regular breaks while they work are more productive throughout the day. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.asianefficiency.com\/productivity\/taking-frequent-breaks-key-productivity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Research<\/a> has revealed that working in sprints is the key to maximising efficiency, and that multitasking is actually the bane of productivity. Nobody is switched on all of the time \u2013 we aren\u2019t robots. Taking a breather provides a mental pause, allowing you to shift gears, gather your thoughts and contemplate your next movement.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15948\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Group-Meeting.jpg\" alt=\"zen massage zen mobile massage\" width=\"5615\" height=\"3728\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Group-Meeting.jpg 5615w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Group-Meeting-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Group-Meeting-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Group-Meeting-1024x680.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5615px) 100vw, 5615px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>So grab a bite to eat, take a walk, do some stretches or have a chat to someone. By allowing yourself time to step away and switch off, even if it\u2019s just for a few minutes, you can return to a task recharged rather than stressing and fretting about potential deadlines. Find a balanced system of work and rest that you can thrive in.<\/p>\r\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Meditate\"><\/span>5. Meditate<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>Meditation is something that everyone can do. More than that, it\u2019s something that can be done wherever, whenever. A lot of the time we associate meditation with big, grassy fields, calm lagoons or rainforest retreats: places that are beautiful, earthy and ridiculously stylised. We\u2019re a little guilty of dreaming over these pictures, too.<\/p>\r\n<p>As you can probably guess, meditation is most effective somewhere quiet and comfortable. Being outside in the fresh air is ideal, but not necessary \u2013 the lounge room can serve you just as well. Sitting in silence with your legs folded isn\u2019t for everyone, but meditation is flexible. Lie on your back or sit with your legs out. Listen your breathing, externalise your thoughts if you want. Talk to yourself, and listen to what you have to say.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15938\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Meditation-1.jpg\" alt=\"zen massage zen mobile massage\" width=\"2600\" height=\"2613\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Meditation-1.jpg 2600w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Meditation-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Meditation-1-768x772.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Meditation-1-1019x1024.jpg 1019w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Meditation-1-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Meditation-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2600px) 100vw, 2600px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>Guided meditation apps are awesome for those who are new to the zen lifestyle. Three we can personally recommend are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headspace.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Headspace<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.10percenthappier.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10% Happier<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.calm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Calm<\/a>. These provide walkthroughs meditative exercises for those who would rather be directed. Meditation can leave you feeling lighter and more free, and that\u2019s when you know you\u2019re tapping into your zen.<\/p>\r\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Treat_Yourself\"><\/span>6. Treat Yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>There are so many ways you can spoil yourself while still living a zen lifestyle. Activities that you enjoy and find relaxing are so important to incorporate into you everyday routine. This can be anything from drinking tea, reading, crosswords or puzzles, knitting or cooking, curating your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com.au\/getblys\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pinterest<\/a> boards, taking photos, watching your favourite show, or any of the things we\u2019ve included in this list. Find solace in what makes you happy.<\/p>\r\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling uninspired or tense after a long day, tapping into your zen can prove difficult. Just remember that you don\u2019t always have to go it alone. There are services available to help you find your inner peace. Blys massage on-demand is a zen massage service that comes to your house at a time and place of your choice. Massage is a proven form of relaxation for both the mind and the body. When you <a href=\"https:\/\/app.getblys.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">book with Blys<\/a>, qualified and professional therapists can give you that zen massage you didn\u2019t even know you needed.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15946\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/D46A4605.jpg\" alt=\"zen massage zen mobile massage\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/D46A4605.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/D46A4605-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/D46A4605-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>If you need help deciding which zen massage style is the best one for you, check out this blog post for <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/deep-tissue-massage-vs-relaxation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the difference between deep tissue and relaxation massage<\/a>. Blys also offer <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/rub-down-sports-massage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sports massage<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/everything-pregnancy-massage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pregnancy massage<\/a>, so there\u2019s a zen massage for everyone!<\/p>\r\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Dont_Neglect_Shut-Eye\"><\/span>7. Don\u2019t Neglect Shut-Eye<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p>In case you didn\u2019t realise, we\u2019ve come full circle. Congratulations, you\u2019ve just completed the first day of your zen life! After all of these new things you\u2019ve began including in your day \u2013 waking up early, exercising, decluttering \u2013 you might be feeling a little bit tired. That\u2019s great news, because now you can settle into a healthy sleep pattern.<\/p>\r\n<p>For some people, falling asleep can be as much of a challenge as waking up in the morning. Using meditation or having a zen massage before you go to bed are both excellent ways to settle the mind and calm the body. The period before you prepare for sleep is the time you must dedicate to winding down. A clear mind not only makes falling asleep a smoother process, but can result in better and more complete sleep. Waking up early is far easier when you\u2019ve had a restful sleep.<\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15941\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Nature-Incense.jpg\" alt=\"Nature Incense\" width=\"6000\" height=\"4000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Nature-Incense.jpg 6000w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Nature-Incense-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Nature-Incense-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Nature-Incense-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 6000px) 100vw, 6000px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>We\u2019ve woken you up and put you to bed with the zen lifestyle. These are just some of the ways you can find inner peace in your day-to-day life. If switching off is a challenge for you, we\u2019ve written a more detailed blog post about <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/swedish-relaxation-massage-best-stress-relief\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Swedish relaxation massage as a form of stress relief<\/a>. 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