1 The Sense of Sight

 

Reflection fo the sky with clouds on a skyscraper builing

 

 

One of the first senses we think about is our senses of sight. It has the power to transport you to a different place.  It can be as simple as watching the clouds roll by in an unexpected place.  For example, look at this stunning video from one of my favorite fragrance companies.[1]

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Here are a few suggestions on how to relax yourself using the sense of sight.

If you’re a visual person, watching a video such as the one above may relieve stress.  Surrounding yourself with soothing and uplifting images. You can also try closing your eyes and imagining soothing images. Here are a few visually-based activities that may work as quick stress relievers:[2]

• Look at a cherished photo or a favorite memento. – (Photo memories)

• Bring the outside indoors; buy a plant or some flowers to enliven your space.

• Enjoy the beauty of nature–a garden, the beach, a park, or your own backyard.

• Surround yourself with colors that lift your spirits.

• Close your eyes and picture a situation or place that feels peaceful and rejuvenating

 

  • Find beauty in life, look for it in the life that is already surrounding you. But, if you are struggling there, actively seek beauty. A great place to start is nature, enjoy a gorgeous sunset, hike to a waterfall, or even take a short walk where you purposefully look at life in a different way. You might be surprised at how changing your perspective can drastically alter your thoughts and make you less stressed.[3]
  • Decorate your space, whether at home or at the office, with pictures/mementos of friends, family, pets, travel destinations. Take it a step further by using Mind Movies and the Subliminal Success Accelerator to reinforce the positive imagery. If you are able, paint the walls a soothing color and use plants to brighten up your area. Sometimes, just closing your eyes for a moment and using visualization techniques can make you feel more at peace and refreshed.[4]

Finger on a tablet using an multitap feature

  • Change your screen savers and backgrounds on your electronic devices. [5]
  • Apps can sometimes be relaxing as well.  The Relax App – Relaxation Music White Noise Ambience for Sleep,  combines, light, music, and digital touch to soothe and relax users.  Available in the app store. [6]

    Soothing Things To Watch

    • Watch a movie
    • Watch the grass grow
    • Watch people
    • Watch a lava lamp[7]
    • Watch animals
    • Watch the waves
    • Watch the clouds
    • Watch a candle flicker

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  1. Coen, Cord. “Born from Healing.” ZENTS, 18 Sept. 2020, www.zents.com/born-from-healing/. ↵
  2. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration. “VA.gov: Veterans Affairs.” The Basics of Quick Stress Relief: Engage Your Senses, 6 Dec. 2011, www.phoenix.va.gov/features/Basics_of_quick_stress_relief.asp. ↵
  3. Ledwell, Natalie. “Reduce Stress Using the 5 Senses.” Mind Movies Blog, Mind Movies, 30 July 2018, www.mindmovies.com/blogroll/reduce-stress-using-the-5-senses. ↵
  4. Ledwell, Natalie. “Reduce Stress Using the 5 Senses.” Mind Movies Blog, Mind Movies, 30 July 2018, www.mindmovies.com/blogroll/reduce-stress-using-the-5-senses. ↵
  5. click here to learn more ↵
  6. www.99mobileapp.com ↵
  7. click here to learn more ↵
  8. CHERVONSKY, LIZA. “Using Your 5 Senses To Self-Soothe.” Think Clinical Psychologists, 2017, www.thinkclinicalpsychologists.com.au/2017/09/04/using-your-5-senses-to-self-soothe/. ↵

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