Six ways you can practice sensual living

Six ways you can practice sensual living (Photo: iStock)

Intimacy is usually between two people, but sensuality starts from within. Sensual self-care is the act of nurturing your relationship with your body and senses; it's about being fully in tune with how you experience touch, scent, sound, taste and sight.

Research studies in psychology show that engaging the senses purposely can lower stress hormones, enhance self-esteem and promote body awareness. This kind of self-care can also be found in ordinary, everyday moments where you get yourself to pay attention to sensations.