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Our
Top Ten Relaxation Tips
In
our busy lives it isn't easy to live in peace and health. Our hope
is that you will find at least one thing here that will be useful
to you.
1.
Make time to relax! Yes, there is so much to do, and
if you're not doing it you're thinking about doing it. To relax
you need to give yourself permission, to grant yourself a little
time in which to practice. But it sure beats a heart attack! It
also beats anxiety and exhaustion. Don't waste your precious life
on feeling exhausted. Fifteen minutes a day of relaxation practice
can help a lot.
2.
Carry a small notebook with you everywhere and leave
it next to your bed at night. Even have it with you when you're
practicing to relax. Jot down anything that occurs to you that needs
to be done. Go through the list now and then. Cross off what you
really don't need to do, and you'll feel lighter. Then as you work
your way through the list check off what you've done, and you'll
feel more in control of your life.
3.
Sleep! If you have trouble sleeping, you've already
tried various techniques. Here are some that worked for me. Before
trying to sleep do something you truly enjoy and don't have time
for during the day. I enjoy reading in bed, so I always do that
for at least half an hour before I sleep. I feel like I've given
myself a small gift, and that feeling is warm and good and relaxing.
You can also dab one of our SpaScentSations oils (Moonlight Mirth,
made with relaxing lavender oil, is especially good for this!) on
your temples, your pillow, wherever it will waft into your senses.
You only need the tiniest amount. Or place a few drops of one of
our SpaScentSations oils into a diffuser, potpourri pot, or even
just in a hot pot of water near your bedside, to let the aroma diffuse
through the air. You can also take a hot bath or jacuzzi or hot
tub soak with some of our SpaScentSations oils, or burn pure aromatherapy
relaxation or lavender candles in your bedroom before bed (Find
our unique selection at http://bugrepel.com/oxcn.html).
Keep that notebook next to your bed for jotting down stray emergency
thoughts! Keep the heat turned down, adjust the light the way you
like it, breathe deeply and relax.
4.
When you get home from work, take fifteen minutes for yourself.
Tell your spouse and kids you'll talk in fifteen minutes, and retreat.
Lie flat on your back. Let your lower back touch the floor. Lower
your legs straight out and your back will be in a good position
for relaxing. Let your feet flop outwards, have your arms a little
out from your sides with the palms facing up. Tilt your head forward
a little, so that your neck is in a relaxed position.
Now
go through your whole body mentally, focusing your attention on
one area at a time. Think "relax" as you pay attention to each one.
Start with one foot: the sole of the foot, the top of the foot,
the ankle, the front of the calf, the back of the calf, and so on.
Then the other leg. Then the abdomen, the buttocks, the lower back.
You get the idea. For your arms, start with your fingers and work
your way up. Finish with the throat, the back of the neck, the jaw,
nostrils, eyelids, temples and forehead. Someone might have to wake
you up, but you'll be very relaxed! And good company for the rest
of the evening.
5.
Try open-eyed relaxation. One way of doing this is
by gazing softly (not staring) at one object or space. Darken the
room, light a candle, sit comfortably and relax while gazing. The
aim is to have a focus for the mind. So when your mind wanders,
gently bring your attention back to the point of gaze. Calming the
mind is the basis of all relaxation techniques, and that's why you'll
feel warm and relaxed after doing the exercise.
6.
The home spa! Of course, the real thing is fantastic,
but we're talking about everyday life here. Again, it's all about
giving yourself permission both to give yourself time, and to allow
yourself something restful. First step: set aside the time. Second
step: arrange for no interruptions for an hour. Third step: take
all the time you need, go into the bathroom and close the door.
Start
your home spa break by putting the music on first. Then arrange
some candles and light them. Turn off the electric light. Start
the bath running. Add your aromatherapy spa scents and breathe deeply
of the fragrant steam. Give your skin whatever treatments you like,
and finish up with a soothing face mask. Turn off the water and
step into the tub. Lie down. Sigh! Close your eyes and let your
thoughts drift. It's almost impossible to worry while lying in hot
water, breathing in fragrant steam, with candle light dancing all
around and soft music playing. When you step out of the tub, be
refreshed and restored to face and take on the world by splashing
on our Cool
Breezes After-Spa Refresher. Now
you're ready for the day!
7.
Relaxation techniques are not just for the time you do them.
It doesn't help if you step out of the bathroom after your spa and
yell at the kids. All these techniques give you practice and an
experience of what you're after all the time. It all takes practice.
You feel very calm after relaxing; so hold on to that feeling as
you go about your regular life. You feel as relaxed as a rag doll
after you've lain on the floor and relaxed your entire body, so
keep the feeling with you. Don't let things get to you. If you notice
the stress building up, remember that relaxed feeling, and act from
there.
8.
Have fun. Have physical fun. Go for a stroll after
dinner. Join a tap dancing class with your friend. Whatever. But
give yourself permission to choose. Because when you do allow your
body to get physical it does feel so good!
9.
Do things you truly enjoy. Don't let your
life go by without pursuing some dream or hobby. When you love what
you do, it's a kind of relaxation. And you're not burdened by the
stress of doing something you don't enjoy. Even if you can't live
your dreams all the time, at least make time for those things that
represent them. That can be enough. And then it's very possible
that you will learn to love what you must do.
10.
And finally, and very importantly, make time for your friends
and family. Never let your work come before those you love.
Always be there for your loved ones. Consider the broad view to
see where your deepest satisfaction lies, and live your life with
no regrets. We wish you relaxation and happiness.
If you have comments on these hints, or your own experiences to share,
please email us. We might want to share your comments or sharing
on these pages at some future date, so please let us know your thoughts.
Please sign your name as you would like it to appear, should we
use your communication. Thank you!
Benefits
of Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy has origins dating back to as early as 5000 years ago.
The ancient Egyptians were the first to practice it by using a method
of infusion to extract oils from aromatic plants. Centuries before
that, aromatherapy was used by the Chinese, the peoples of India
and the Romans, who learned to use it thanks to the Greeks. In the
present day, aromatherapy has experienced a revival as it is seen
as an alternative medicine. Though it cannot replace traditional
medicine, its holistic properties help the healing process by assisting
in bringing healing to the mind, body and spirit. Aromatherapy is
effective in lifting the spirits. It is known to help depression,
frustration, grief, hysteria, anxiety, insomnia and even poor memory.
Its medical benefits include alleviating fatigue, respiratory conditions
including colds, flus, sore throat, asthma and bronchitis. More
importantly, aromatherapy purifies the air, improving air quality.
Other benefits include: relaxation, invigoration, anti-inflammatory aid,
detoxification, stress reduction. aids in calming, anti-bacterial
properties, muscle relaxation, balancing emotions, mood enhancement,
medicinal sedative qualities, aids in moisturizing and mineralizing.
Read our Customer Testimonials to see What Our Customers are Saying about
these Benefits!
"I ordered your spa scents because I am allergic to the artificial
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"I came down with the flu two days before family guests were to arrive
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"What
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