Lemon {Escape the Ordinary}
There are moments when life feels routine—when days blend together and your spirit is craving something unexpected. It’s in those times that the invitation to “escape the ordinary” becomes more than just a call—it becomes a refresh, a gentle exhale of the predictable, and a welcome return to what truly matters.
When was the last time you let yourself see today as new, curious, and full of possibility?
This month, we explore the art of noticing—with intention, presence, and play. And nothing invites that shift more powerfully than the luminous, bright scent of lemon. Lemon is nature’s wake-up call—energetic, clear, and invigorating. Just one deep inhale can cut through mental fog, lift heavy moods, and invite a spark of zest back into the day. We’re diffusing lemon essential oil throughout the studio, infusing our café drinks with citrus, and weaving its brightness into our practices.
Let lemon be your reminder: the extraordinary often hides within simple, sensory moments.
What small, playful act might surprise me today?
Try these lemon inspired add ons:
Morning Rituals
Start your day with warm lemon water to support digestion and hydration
Add lemon juice to herbal teas for an energizing twist
Aromatherapy & Mood Boosting
Diffuse lemon essential oil to uplift your mood and refresh your space
Use lemon-scented candles during yoga, journaling, or meditation
In Meals & Snacks
Squeeze lemon over salads, grains, or roasted veggies
Add lemon zest to soups, marinades, or baked goods
Stir into yogurt, chia pudding, or smoothies
Self-Care & Skincare
Mix lemon juice with honey for a DIY face mask
Add lemon essential oil (with carrier oil) to a warm bath
Use a lemon sugar scrub to exfoliate and brighten skin
Let lemon be your invitation: to breathe deeper. To remember that extraordinary lives in the present moment—if only we open our senses to receive it. Step closer, step lighter, step open.
Escape the ordinary, with lemon by your side.
Questions presented by Kristin Ritter, Holistic Health Coach, RYT 500 and Founder of Nourishing Storm.
