Indulge In Rainfall
Sunny days are definitely when some of the best memories are made, but that doesn’t mean you should let the rainy days bring you down. Recollect yourself during this season, use these overcast days to centre yourself and find your inner peace. Here are some tips on what to do on rainy days.
Meditation
Many people actually prefer meditating during these kinds of days, as they are usually much quieter and the only sound is the pouring rain hitting the roads. The repetitive sounds of rain create a perfect background for you to clear your mind. Calm down, listen to the world around you and show your gratitude for nature - try out these links below as a starting point.
Take A Nice Long Bath
Wash away the stresses of everyday life with a nice warm bath. Bathing is an amazing way to relieve stress as it calms you down from the inside out especially with the addition of bath salts and the natural ambience of rain. Rain has an amazing effect on individuals, as it has a relaxing quality that you can’t get anywhere else. Let nature be your soundtrack when you relax today.
Work On Your Cooking
You’ve always wanted to improve your cooking skills right? This is the perfect time to refine your skills and learn new ones. We recommend trying out stews, soups and curries during the overcast season. Indulging in a warm, hearty meal is the perfect way to spend the day. Try out this easy stew recipe;
Ingredients
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
1 KG Beef Stew Meat cut into pieces
¼ Teaspoon salt
4 cups of chopped up vegetables (whichever you prefer - try potatoes, leek, carrots)
1 packet ready-made beef broth
1 can tomato paste
Steps:
Cook the meat with the oil until browned, remove from pan
Add remaining oil and vegetables to the pan, once vegetables are brown add back the meat and cook them together
Add remaining oil and vegetables to the pan, once vegetables are brown add back the meat and cook them together
Stir in broth and simmer for 15 minutes
Add in a can of tomato paste and simmer for another 15 minutes until the vegetables are soft
Season to taste
Catch Up On Your Favourite Books
Forget the rest of the world while you catch up on your reading! Everything becomes a little quieter when the rain falls down, so take advantage of this situation and use it to focus on all of the worlds you’ll be entering. Soar the skies of Neverland, educate yourself about issues of the world and don’t forget to make yourself a hot cup of tea to truly immerse yourself in these stories.