Mundanely Magical Monday: Travel in The Season of Grounding

Air travel has a way of pulling us up and out.

We’re lifted off the ground.
Suspended in air.
Moving quickly across space and time.
Our bodies arrive long before our nervous systems do.

It’s no surprise that after a flight we often feel foggy, restless, or disconnected — like our feet have landed, but the rest of us hasn’t quite caught up yet.

This is where grounding becomes especially important.

how to practice

simple exercises to weave into your daily life

Yes — there is something powerful about putting your feet back on the earth after being in the air.
But the full benefit of grounding comes not just from where your feet are, but from where your mind is while they’re there.

When you arrive at your destination — whether it’s a new city, home, or somewhere in between — try this simple practice before rushing on.

1. Get your feet on the earth (if you can).

Grass, dirt, sand, concrete — whatever is available.
Let your feet make contact.
Feel the weight of your body drop down.

You don’t need to romanticize it.
Just stand.

2. Bring your mind into the moment.

Instead of scrolling, planning, or replaying the trip, shift into neutral awareness.

Ask yourself:

• Where am I right now?

• What am I standing on?

• What sounds do I hear?

• What is my body doing in this moment

Name what is factually real:

“I’m standing outside.”
“My feet are touching the ground.”
“The air feels cool.”
“I’ve arrived.”

3. Let the nervous system catch up.

Take a few slow breaths.
Not to calm yourself — just to notice.
Let the body register: We’re here now.

This is how grounding actually works:
The earth supports the body.
Presence supports the mind.
Together, they bring you home.

A gentle reminder:

You don’t just land when the plane touches down.
You land when your awareness returns to your body.

This week, let grounding be less about technique —
and more about remembering where you are.

Right here.
Right now.