Happy Halloween

October 31st, 2009 By: Brittany

Happy Halloween!

I thought today would be a great day to show off some absolutely adorable costumes.

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Think Your Way To Good Health

October 24th, 2009 By: Brittany

This is a great list-

Get out negative emotions. Letting negative feelings and emotions build up can cause negative health effects as they stress you out and make you feel bad overall. Give yourself an outlet to think about and deal with these emotions rather than just ignoring them.

Try hypnotism. Many people report that hypnotism allows them to change their thoughts and behaviors. While it may not work for you, it doesn’t hurt to try it out to see if it can’t help you to change your thinking about bad habits and negative attitudes.

Realize change is possible. When reflecting on things you want to change in your life, don’t get discouraged by goals that seem far off. Remind yourself of things you’ve changed in the past and use that to motivate you to change things from unhealthy habits to the way you deal with stress.

Think about things that energize you. If you’re feeling run down you may be able to use your brain instead of caffeine to give yourself a jolt of energy. Try thinking about things you love to do or that you’re excited about taking on. This may wake you up enough to get you started on your day.

Imagine yourself aging more slowly. They say you’re only as old as you feel, and that can be true if you think young. Visualize yourself aging more slowly and staying healthier longer and you may have a better chance of actually doing so.

Feel in control. Don’t let things in your life override the way you feel or think. Use your thoughtto figure out a way to get control of a situation whether it’s at work, at home or your entire life.

Embrace your faith. Studies have shown that having faith can have a big impact on your recovery from illness and possibly your overall health as well. If you do have a faith that you follow, make it a part of your mental wellness routine.

Trust in yourself. You won’t be able to change much with your thinking if the first thing that comes to mind is how you’ll likely fail. Trust that you can make a difference in any aspect of your life you want to bring more happiness or well-being to and chances are you will.

Be honest. There isn’t much use in trying to think yourself healthy if what you’re thinking is a lie. Be honest with yourself about your past, good or bad, and commit yourself to thinking about making realistic, healthy choices.

Live consciously. Don’t blindly go through life eating what is put in front of you or doing things just because they may be easier even though they may harm you in the long run. Follow your own thinking and make your own decisions about everything that comes into your life.

Accept what comes your way. There are some things in life that there is no way to change, no matter how much you think about them. Learning to turn your thoughts to acceptance rather than forcing things to change is a big part in maintaining mental and physical health.

Forgive yourself. We all make mistakes, do things we regret and go back on our word sometimes. Don’t let minor setbacks destroy the positive thoughts you have for yourself. Forgive yourself for these transgressions and start over fresh the next day.

Meditate regularly. Numerous studies have shown that meditation can have a very beneficial impact on the brain and even change how your brain processes things over time. Make time in your schedule for meditation and you may learn to control your stress and your mind.

Relax and let stress go. You can use your thoughts to help rid yourself of stresses. When you’re feeling overwhelmed take a minute to relax and focus your thoughts on something else. Over time, you may be able to better handle the big and little stresses that come your way.

Think about each breath. It can help to focus your thoughts and draw stress away if you make a conscious effort to think about each breath as you take it in and out. It will help relax you and bring you more in touch with your body’s rhythms.

Control your thoughts at bedtime. For many who are stressed, getting to sleep at night can be a challenge. Use your thoughts to shove out all the worries and tasks that are floating around and to concentrate on relaxing, restful thoughts even if that means just counting sheep. [ continue reading ]

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Monday Already?

October 19th, 2009 By: Brittany

Happy Monday Everyone. It is the start of another week. I know how stressful and taxing Monday’s can be so here are some great videos and pictures to get you through the day!

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Quote Of The Day

October 13th, 2009 By: Brittany

Men spend their lives in anticipations,—in determining to be vastly happy at some period when they have time. But the present time has one advantage over every other—it is our own. Past opportunities are gone, future have not come. We may lay in a stock of pleasures, as we would lay in a stock of wine; but if we defer the tasting of them too long, we shall find that both are soured by age.
Charles Caleb Colton

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Testimony Of Reflexology

October 7th, 2009 By: Brittany

I received this e-mail from a community member about the success she had with reflexology. She was very excited to share her testimonial, and to share the word about her wonderful experience.

I want to share my story about how reflexology changed my outlook on life. I had never been a believer in alternative therapies other then going to my regular doctor and using regular medicine.  I remember one day I was sitting in my office at work and was feeling so overwhelmed by work and family that I left like I was going to explode. I thought there has to be a better way to hang my stress. I was on an anti-depressant to help “cope” with stress. I wasn’t overweight, but yet I was still dealing with high blood pressure. When I went home I was always on edge with my family. So, this was a breaking point for me, I know longer wanted to hear everyone say I had to just deal. I needed to explore options that could not only help me cope, but also help me heal.

Last November I called a healing clinic and asked if they had a good masseuse on staff. The lady at the desk said they had a great one, so I made an appointment. When I got to the clinic I felt like I had made a huge step in my health (it’s funny how you just feel a good thing when you walk into it,). The masseuse I meet not only turned out to be just a massage therapist, but she was also a reflexologist. I took one session of a calming foot massages that worked all my organs to see a dramatic difference. I didn’t leave in a good mood for just the day; I left that day feeling happy and excited for weeks. When I saw her again 3 weeks later I felt just a good as I did when I left her office.

She also taught me what I can do at home to help further my treatments. I felt more empowered I started seeing things in my life change. I know longer was taking anti-depressants that did no good, my blood pressure normalized within a week, and I had more energy and enthusiasm for my family. Reflexology helped me change simply for helping the stress. It balances the body on every level. I encourage anyone who feels like I did to be open minded when it comes to their health. There are many great options out there to help better the quality of your life.

-Pam

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5 Great Ways To Help Your Health

October 6th, 2009 By: Brittany

I believe that one of the most important parts of our health is keep our emotions under control. It is estimated that 85% of disease can be attributed to emotional thinking. That may be why you hear everyone preach about the importance of positive thinking. In my research I have come across some very important foundations to help live a vital and healthy life. Feel free to add any ideas you have come across. We all have ideas on what keeps us healthy and not one of them is wrong.

So, what are some great ways to stay healthy?

1. Surrounding yourself with positive people. We all know how well we perform and feel when we are around people who make us feel good about who we are. If you find yourself in negative spaces or around negative people then you might want to help yourself by surrounding yourself with others who are positive. This in return will make you stay more upbeat and happier.

2. Find a feng shui expert. This seems like an odd one right? Wrong! Feng shui with always seem foreign to those who never try it. This is when you have to be open minded and allow it to work for you and your health. Feng shui is quit the art. Not only will it help help spruce up your home, but it will help balance out all in your life through your environment. Depending on what school of feng shui you decide you will find that it works for prosperity, health, relationships, family, and career.

3. Try and alternative approach to your health. This can be anything from acupuncture, reflexology, to going to a naturopathic doctor. Find alternative approaches are great because many can be learned and done at home. Yoga for instance is a natural approach, and it also doesn’t cost much to buy a DVD and do it at home. There are many alternatives to consider. The best way to find what works best for you is researching. You know when you will find one that resonates with you!

4. Start a journal. This is a classic technique that you will hear from many coaches and counselors, but truth is writing down your feelings is a great start to releasing emotional issues that are hindering your progress in life. Journaling allows your mind to come up with all the thoughts and ideas that you may have forgotten or have been avoiding. It might sound like a silly idea, but truth is it works.

5. Take time off. There is such thing as to much work. To much stress. To little sleep. If any of these sound familar then take some time off. It is important to rest your body and your mind. Pack a picnic and head to the beach or lake. Whatever it takes to remove yourself for a time to gather yourself is always important.

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Daily Wisdom

October 3rd, 2009 By: Brittany

Wisdom is the sharing of wise experiences and knowledge, but a lot of it is common sense. The difference is how we apply this common sense – we all have the ability to keep going even when we face challenges in our lives – basically it comes down to your attitude.

We can have a positive attitude towards life, or a negative attitude. We can focus on the good or we can focus on the bad. Keeping a positive mental attitude is one of the keys to success.

The choice is always up to you!

Source: Wow 4U Newsletter

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