We are familiar with daily self-care practices for our physical body – brushing our teeth, eating healthy food, regular exercise, solid sleep – but did you know it is just as important to maintain a daily self-care routine for our energy flow?

Our physical body consists of energy systems and fields within and around us and it is important to keep the energy flow clear and balanced. If blocked or stagnate, it can result in physical pain or illness as these symptoms often manifest first in our energy.

Our energy is also a combination of our emotional, mental and spiritual being. Each of these consists of a vibration that we emit every second, and all forms of energy, whether emotional, mental, physical or spiritual, affect all of our relationships.

Managing and caring for your body – and your energy – will improve your overall wellbeing. Here are a few simple ways to help clear and balance your energy. Even practicing just a few each day will enhance your flow.

Breath work. Breathe deeply into the bottom portion of your lungs which have more ability to absorb oxygen. This helps calm the body. Short shallow breathing triggers the body for flight or fight. Do daily deep breathing for at least 10 minutes each day and, if you can, breathe fresh morning air which has higher levels of oxygen.

Daily grounding. Walk outside barefoot on natural materials to absorb the healing electromagnetic energies of the earth which have been scientifically proven to reduce inflammation. In general, getting out into nature does clear and lift your energy.

An attitude of gratitude. Gratitude is an emotional reset button immediately shifting and clearing your energy to a higher, healthier vibration. Every day, take a few moments to think and feel the gratitude flowing through your body about the blessings in your life.

Meditation and prayer. Begin a daily practice of reflection and stillness to help clear and balance energy; connect to Spirit, a source greater than yourself.

Energy clearing and balancing therapies. Consider adding an energy practitioner to your wellness team. Routine Reiki, chakra clearing, acupuncture or sound healing can help catapult your efforts.

Color is a powerful therapy. Surround and clothe yourself with the colors and art/jewelry that make you feel good.

Fresh organic, high-quality food. Foods prepared with love have a higher vibration.

Regular sleep. Sleep is essential for your energy, mental, emotional and physical health. If possible try to adapt a regular sleep schedule and avoid all technology 30 minutes before sleeping as the blue light disturbs the eyes. Also turn off Wi-Fi in the room you sleep.

Organization. Avoid clutter as it blocks energy flow.

Creativity. Exercising creativity promotes the flow of energy. Be creative in arts, singing, exercising, gardening, cooking, or simply petting your pet and taking the time to JUST BE—and do it with intention.

Make caring for your energy fun and joyful. Laughing is also good medicine as a hearty belly laugh is wonderful to clear and ground your energy.

Tracy is an energy intuitive therapist, Emotion/Body Code practitioner and Law of Attraction Coach with AcQpoint Wellness Center and can be reached at (760) 409.9289. www.TracyJSmith.net