Many people feel victimized by stress. But relaxation can reverse the ill effects of stress by helping you learn to respond differently. The key is to practice relaxing regularly. If you take time during your workday for a 15-minute massage, a lunchtime yoga class, or simply breathing slowly and deeply for several minutes, you’ll let go of stress buildup and start to relax. …
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Deep Breathing for Health
Practicing deep breathing every day is another way to keep both mind and body healthy and relaxed. The cells of the body, from the brain to the muscle tissues, depend on oxygen to function well. Here is a simple exercise to try. Inhale quietly through your nose to the count of four, then hold your …
Start the new year right!
Renew your commitment to good health. Now that the new year has begun, you may be making resolutions or enjoying the memories of good times at the holidays. No matter what, remember to take good care of yourself during the short days and colder weather of winter. Honor the moods of winter. Starting with the bustle of …
Pain free holiday wrapping
Have some gift wrapping to do? Don’t hurt your back by leaning over or getting on the floor. Get out the ironing board and adjust it to a comfortable height. Now you have a wrapping work space. Happy Holidays! Sarah Gaudette Paradise Therapy Stress Relieving Tips
Laughter is Healthy
It can be fun to have a good laugh. Laughing with friends connects us socially, distracts from stresses and gives us a physical release. Did you know that laughing can also lower your blood pressure, increase vascular flow, and boost the immune system? It also gives the body a great internal workout and exercises the facial muscles. …
Affirming Yourself Calm
With the holidays approaching, for many of us this is a stressful time of year. Our to-do lists are longer than ever and our “free time” seems to be filled up with tasks, errands and chores. We are stressed, overworked and overwhelmed. How to cope? Calm yourself with affirmations. They are the things we say …
Change Your Attitude
Attitudes and beliefs can affect your health and how you feel about your life. Waking up and simply thinking “This is going to be a fantastic day” can help you deal with daily stresses in a positive way rather than groaning and thinking “Ugh, I hate this morning. I just know something is going to …
Love Works
Loving connections heal and restore us. It is healthy to say “I love you” to someone you love or reach out and show someone you care. Give and receive hugs. Snuggle a baby in your arms or pet a puppy or kitten. Sarah Gaudette Paradise Therapy Stress Relieving Tips
Spend Time Outside
Commit to spending some time each outside each week. There is something about nature that calms and heals us. Gazing up at the moon in the night sky, taking a walk on the beach at sunset or just sitting amongst the flowers can be awe inspiring and deeply grounding. Pay attention and notice the small …
Tight Hamstrings
Tight hamstrings? You definitely know if they are tight if you go to touch your toes…and can’t quite get there! It’s important to keep these muscles nice and loose so that you prevent back injury and general fatigue. To stretch these back of the thigh muscles effectively: while you are lying in bed or on …