The Bodycare Journal: Traveling in Comfort
To me, a huge part of being a dreamer is to be open to seeing new parts of the world. With that being said, I am always looking for the next place to visit. Let’s face it, being on a plane is by far the most uncomfortable thing about traveling. What if I told you that the tips below will bring you all the comfort you need whether a short or long flight?
“LIFE BEGINS AT THE END OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE.” – NEALE DONALD WALSCH
Photo by Daniel J. Schwarz
We all step out of our comfort zones when we step onto any train, plane, cab, boat, etc. For most, we travel by plane. I always make sure to bring a small rectangular pillow, of course—a neck pillow, an eye cover, compression socks, and something to keep warm. There are a few other items that I will mention throughout this entry but first, let’s start with why these items are important.
When sitting on a plane for a long period of time, the circulation of blood flow can decrease. You can develop muscle aches, cramps, dry eyes, and more. Along with sanitizer, headphones, and lip balm, I also carry the above items to help maximize comfortability. Follow these steps to be comfortable on your next flight!
- A small rectangular pillow. — Place the pillow between your lower back and the seat. This will help release tension from your spine while sitting by supporting your lower back muscles. Ultimately, leaving your back with less pain when the flight comes to an end.
- A pillow for your neck or a neck pillow. — Place this behind your neck. Doing this will help improve your posture while you sleep and increase blood flow to your head. This will increase the chances of you sleeping comfortably. Also, it will support the muscles in your neck and shoulders.
- An eye cover. — This item is one of my favorite items because it not only, helps keep the eyes from drying out but also, creates darkness. This helps to block out any surrounding distractions in order to rest.
- Compression socks— Not only are they comfortable but they help to prevent blood clots while traveling by air. They stimulate the lower half of the leg which helps blood circulation. (On longer flights, walking up and down the aisle is also a good way to stimulate blood flow.)
- Something to keep you warm.— We all know how cold it can be on airplanes. For this one, I tend to wear a hoodie to keep me warm but a traveling blanket can also do the trick! When you are warm but also, have airflow from the vents, it helps you do off into a blissful sleep.
Whether you travel often or once a year, these tips will bring you comfort along your journey. Bring these with you on your next flight and then compare the difference. I’m sure there will be no turning back after this! Now that I’ve told you how I take care of my body along my traveling adventures, I will show you how I release muscle tension daily.
Lastly, I would like to leave you with this—what does being a dreamer mean to you and do you take care of your body along the way?
By Jazmine Jamal
Founder of @521wellness
You Start Dying When You Stop Dreaming