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The autumn equinox, one of the equinox periods that occur twice a year, falls on September 23. This period, when the duration of day and night are equal, is the right time to balance and renew your body before winter! So, what should you pay attention to during this period, which is considered a time of renewal and balancing in many cultures? We have compiled some tips for you to help you maintain the balance of spirit, body and mind during the equinox period.

Take Short Walks

Our body gets quite tired during seasonal transitions. During this process, also known as spring fatigue, the vitamin and mineral needs of our body change. For that reason, it becomes a little more difficult to adapt to temperature changes correctly. Taking short and regular walks during seasonal changes, instead of leaving your body on its own, can make it easier to adapt to the current change and help reduce the feeling of fatigue. Walking also increases your energy level and improves your mood.

Discover Your Inner World

You can explore your inner world to find your body balance by getting inspired by the balance of nature. You can create opportunities for yourself to discover your essence with practices such as meditation, various breathing exercises, or yoga. Turning to your inner world and focusing on your feelings and thoughts also allows you to stay in the moment. When you see the arrival of autumn as an opportunity to embrace yourself, it may become easier for you to adapt to this transition process.

Eat a Balanced Diet

During processes where emotional problems need to be dealt with many individuals can sometimes turn to unhealthy and high-calorie foods. However, this situation can damage your health, especially in the long term and cause you to go through more difficult processes. Metabolic disorders can cause many psychological problems as well as physical problems. A light and balanced diet during the equinox period can help you stay physically and mentally vigorous. During this period, you can consume foods that are rich in vitamin B12, omega 3, or folic acid to improve your brain function for the better.

Get More Sunlight

Although the amount of sunlight decreases in the autumn months, sunbathing can help the body renew itself during these periods. In fact, doctors state that getting some air and sunbathing on the balcony or by the seaside after sunrise in the morning increases the dopamine and serotonin hormones that are secreted in the body.

Make More Room for Your Living Spaces

In addition to getting away from some emotions and thoughts during seasonal transitions, it is also the right time to get rid of excess items. You can say goodbye to extra stuff by leaving only the items that are good for you in your home or room. After a deep cleaning, you can remove clothes, trinkets, or other items that you do not use from your home. In this way, you can create more spacious areas for yourself to increase the energy flow in your living spaces. Making more room for your living spaces also has positive effects on mental health.

Spend More Time with Your Loved Ones

Spending more time with family and friends is extremely important for maintaining both physical and mental balance. Having meals and pleasant conversations with your family or group of friends can make you feel good. You can also do relaxing and entertaining activities with your loved ones, such as participating in sports activities or going to the movies. These types of activities can improve your mood and strengthen your family and friend bonds.

Do not Overburden Your Body During the Seasonal Changes 

Consuming foods that are high in fat, sleeping less, or fatigueless during the seasonal changes can affect your body in a negative way. Therefore, adopting a more soothing lifestyle during the equinox period can help you get through the winter more comfortably. Consuming fish a few days a week in particular can support the nutrition that our body requires. Various vitamin supplements can also help the body adapt to these transition periods more easily.

Give Your Creativity a Chance

The equinox period is actually one of the most ideal periods to get inspiration from nature. You can rediscover yourself by taking on new hobbies during these periods. You can try many different hobbies such as painting, writing, or playing a musical instrument. You can both relax your mind and nourish your soul with creative activities.

Try Exercising

Exercising is undoubtedly the key to a healthy body. However, it also reduces stress and provides mental relaxation. If you do not have enough time to work out, you can do light warm-up and stretching exercises at home for 20 or 30 minutes. If you wish, you can go to the park during the day and try exercise activities such as running or walking. In addition to these, you can also evaluate team sports such as volleyball.

Get Rid of Stress with a Massage

Getting a massage during the equinox period offers both a relaxing and cleansing effect. You can discover the ones that suit your needs and expectations among the many different massage types such as Balinese massage, Ayurvedic massage, or classic Swedish massage.

If you wish, you can also check out the Fit Life & SPA centers of many hotels within the scope of Elite World Hotels & Resorts to pamper yourself a little and feel refreshed. You can maintain the balance of your spiritual, mental and physical health with massages that are performed by expert therapists. You can have an unforgettable experience with inspiring programs for physical and mental health. You can also participate in various sports activities at Fit Life & SPA centers and discover healthy lifestyle practices that will help you clear your mind.

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