Control your digestion anxiety.

We don't eat and digest whilst crossing the road or out shopping. Most of the time I eat at home in a rested state and stay as rested as I can for up to four hours, to digest. That doesn't paint a glowing picture, I know. But I potter about, tidy up, write this blog, and watch a box set.

Time spent eating then digesting in peace is honestly a winner for me. Easier, I know, if you're in a mild flare or a relative remission. Your digestion can improve in a very relaxed state. And do try this in remission, mild flare, moderate flare or post surgery.

And aye, I'm not naive to the struggles we can find ourselves in. I can easily recall that disturbing process we can become accustomed to. Looking down and seeing the movement of our gut. The actual tubular shape of our gut pushing gas and food through the intestine. Just like a snake trying to break out from the inside. It can seem a little or a lot alarming. And I agree, a situation hard to feel rested in.

Slowing your breathing in digestion can require a little bit of breath work and a bit of practice. It's slightly controlled breathing:

Sitting and laying around your home isn't laziness. Don't feel guilty about putting your well-being first.

In your home, your room or whatever the environment, try low amber lighting, not those white bulbs. Maybe a long bath with or without adding Epsom salts, but not too much water pressing down on your gut. Try your chosen natural scents. And of course a tidy home will help. Cut down your phone scrolling time.

Chilling out with your gut can improve your gut's mood. So get comfortable.