AFTERCARE
A continuation of your experience to ensure you get the most out of what you’ve just done for yourself.
treat yourself with care —
You (and your Nervous System) just experienced quite a rollercoaster .
You might find that you feel extra relaxed following the cold exposure as you’ve entered into your parasympathetic state. It’s best to ride this wave and bring your day or night to a calm and low-energy place.
Take a look at the list below to ensure your transition into your night, week, and newly conditioned Nervous System, is as seamless as possible:
What to include —
carbohydrate-heavy meal to ground you
slow, warm shower to bring up your temperature
meditation, journaling session or a conversation with a friend about your experience — tapping into the sensations physically + mentally
early bedtime or nap
What to avoid —
screen time or mindless scrolling
staying up late, fighting your urge to rest
heading directly into a high-energy environment
alcohol or other altering substances
work or other highly-stimulating activities