Tag: tarot practice

Hey, hi, hello! Happy Saturday!

Lately I’ve been leaning on a few different tools in my toolkit, and I wanted to share a little bit about what’s been helping me.

None of these are miracle cures, but together they feel like a steady, supportive rhythm that keeps bringing me back to myself.

🌿 Vibration Plate

About two months ago, I purchased a vibration plate after my therapist recommended it might be beneficial for me. I’ve been using it pretty regularly since it arrived, and I have to say, it has very quickly become one of my favorite things.

A lot of people use them for exercise, but that’s not really how I’m using mine.

I mainly use it to support lymphatic movement and emotional regulation. Over time, I’ve also noticed other benefits like less muscle soreness after yoga, improved posture, and reduced tension in my back, shoulders, and neck. Overall, I just feel better when I’m consistent with it.

There were a few weeks when I was deep in my depression that I didn’t use it, and I could absolutely feel its absence. When I finally got back on it, I noticed the shift almost immediately. It felt like I was coming back into my body.

Lately, I’ve been incorporating it into my morning routine alongside oil pulling. I try to stay off my phone during those 10 to 15 minutes and just be present. Sometimes I listen to music, sometimes I stand in silence. It really depends on the day.

I try to use it in the evenings too, either after yoga or before I start winding down for bed. I haven’t been as consistent with that yet, but it’s something I’m working toward.

I don’t do anything fancy with it. I pretty much just stand there while it does its thing. Sometimes I shift my weight around to see how it affects the vibrations running through my body, sometimes I will do a squat or two, or some gentle stretches to open up my chest. But for the most part, I just stand there and breathe and take that time to really come back to my body and calm my mind.

🔮 Tarot

I’ve had a tarot deck for a few years, but over the past six months it has become a daily practice.

I don’t use tarot to predict the future. I use it to connect with my intuition.

Every day, I shuffle my deck three times, hold it to my heart, and ask, “What message do I need to know the most right now?” Then I pull a single card.

I use The Tarot Companion by Liz Dean as a guide to help interpret the cards. The meanings are broad, which is actually what makes them so useful. They give me a starting point to notice what is coming up in my own mind and heart.

Most days I stick to one card, but sometimes I pull a few more if I feel like I need deeper insight or clarity.

Occasionally, I’ll ask more specific questions like what I need to understand about a person or whether a decision feels aligned.

Again, I’m not treating the cards like some all knowing force. I’m using them as a mirror.

Sometimes they bring awareness to stress I didn’t even realize I was carrying. Sometimes they help me uncover emotions I’ve been bottling. Sometimes they gently redirect my focus. And sometimes they shine a light on truths I’ve been avoiding.

No matter what, each reading is an opportunity to get to know myself better. It’s a practice of getting quiet and actually listening to what my inner voice is trying to say.

🌬️ Wim Hof Breathing Technique

The more I learn about healing and regulating my nervous system, the more I realize how powerful the breath really is.

I’ve seen firsthand how a few deep belly breaths can interrupt a panic spiral. I’ve used 4 7 8 breathing to calm my mind at night. I’ve felt how syncing breath with movement can pull me out of my head and back into my body.

Recently, I added the Wim Hof breathing technique to my routine.

Wim Hof, also known as “The Iceman,” is known for his work with cold exposure and breathwork, and he credits much of his ability to his breathing method.

Here’s a video to explain the breathing technique itself and then one to guide you through a beginner session:

Much like my vibration plate sessions, this breathing practice brings me fully into my body. Afterward, I feel lighter, calmer, and more grounded.

Lately I’ve been doing it before bed, and it helps me relax and fall asleep more easily. You can really do it anytime, just make sure you’re sitting or lying down somewhere safe and comfortable.

🧠 Brain Support Supplement

When I first started focusing on my physical health, I incorporated several supplements to support specific needs. Most of them are from the brand Just Ingredients.

One of those was their “Brain Support” supplement, which I started taking to help with my ADHD symptoms.

I took it consistently for about two months, alongside my improved nutrition and other healing practices. When I ran out, I decided not to reorder because I felt like I was doing well and thought I could manage without it.

About two weeks later, I noticed a shift.

My focus started slipping. I was reaching for my phone constantly, struggling to stay on task, and having a harder time finishing things. Around that same time, I also felt my depression starting to creep back in.

After reflecting, I realized the biggest change I had made was stopping the supplement. So I reordered it.

I’ve been back on it for about two weeks now, and I feel a noticeable difference. My focus has improved, my mood feels lighter, and my brain feels a lot less chaotic.

I know my mental health is influenced by many factors, and this isn’t the only thing at play. But I do believe this supplement is an important piece of my toolkit. It helps support my baseline so I can show up for everything else.

🌱 A Gentle Reminder

None of these tools are magic fixes. They’re not instant transformations.

They’re building blocks.

Small, consistent supports that help me feel more grounded, more regulated, and more like myself.

And just to say it clearly, I am not a medical professional and I am not recommending anything here as advice. I’m simply sharing what has been working for me.

💜 Closing Thoughts

I am really excited to be writing again and sharing in this space.

I’m glad I gave myself the time I needed to recalibrate, and I’m just as glad to be back.

Thank you for being here with me as I continue on this journey. I am so grateful for you.

Love always,
Bailz 💜