In today’s world, it’s easy to get caught up in how we look rather than how we feel. That’s why I believe it’s essential to bring our awareness and focus back to the deeper, truer aspects of ourselves.
What if I told you that one small shift in your daily routine could help you love yourself more, boost your confidence, and make you feel more connected to your body? It’s possible, and it’s simpler than you might think.
Here’s a new approach to your daily skincare routine: do it with your eyes closed or without looking in the mirror.
It might sound strange at first, but let me explain why this simple change can be so powerful.
When you do your skincare routine without looking in the mirror, you bring your focus away from your appearance and towards how your body feels. You become more aware of the sensations. This heightened awareness helps you connect with your body on a deeper level, promoting a sense of embodiment.
Embodiment means being present in your body, feeling at home in your own skin. It’s about experiencing your body from the inside out, rather than focusing on the superficial—the looks we can see from the mirror’s reflection. By paying attention to the sensations during your skincare routine, you transform it into a mindfulness practice. This can help you feel more grounded and present in your body, reducing anxiety and increasing self-love.
If you already invest your time and energy in a skincare routine every morning and/or evening, why not make the best of it?
When you find yourself standing in front of the mirror, ready to start your daily face care process, take a moment, enjoy a few deep breaths, and then start. While applying your favorite products, close your eyes and bring your focus to the sensations: the texture of the cleanser, the smell of the toner, the coolness of the water, the smoothness of the moisturizer.
It can work wonders in your life, as you’ll find a deeper appreciation for your feelings, increasing self-love. It helps you be more comfortable in your skin, greatly improving your confidence. But most of all, it helps you take a moment of mindfulness in your day and create an embodied sense of peace and grounding.
So, I encourage you to try this practice and notice how it makes you feel. Over time, you might find that it becomes a cherished part of your self-care routine.
Remember, the goal is not perfection but progress. Every small step you take towards loving and caring for yourself makes a difference. So why not give it a try? Your journey to greater self-love and confidence can start with this one simple change.
Love and Blessings!
