Clear out the toxins

ADA # 17-  Clear Out The Toxins

Do not neglect exercise. Stretching exercises like yoga and pilates helps the body’s circulation moving.  Sweating through walking or cycling helps remove toxins from the body and alleviate the blues.

Have Gaps Between Appointments

ADA # 16- Have Gaps Between Appointments

When planning your day, leave time gaps between appointments in case of those “inevitable” moments. You won’t be thrown off course when emergencies or interruptions happen.

I remember once there was a day when I had to meet so many people at once. It started off with me having to meet this lady for a breakfast meeting. Everything went well but we ended up chatting a little too long. I was supposed to rush of for a session with a client at 11am. Lo and behold, there was an accidents along the route to my center. I was late by 15 minutes and luckily the client did not complain. That made me become late by 30 minutes for a lunch date wieth a friend. But nothing cannot be solved by me buying her lunch. But the lunch session was bad as I split gravy on my blouse. I didn't have time to change or buy a new top as I was due with another client in 10 minutes! Argh!! the embarrassment!

I was supposed to do the banking after the client. But the session ended late as well, leaving me with just 15 minutes to drive to the bank, park and get my number. That's impossible and so, it has to wait till another day.

Lesson to be learnt! Plan your appointmnets with at least a 30 minute breakk in between and be very generous in planning the time for travel. Anything can happen!

Cure a stuffy nose

ADA # 15 - Stuffy Nose?

To treat a stuffy nose, especially in the morning, push down directly below the outer border of each nostril.  Feel for a small indentation on either side of the base of your nose. You will be able to locate it more accurately by flaring and relaxing your nostrils. Apply equal pressure on both sides for five minutes for some relief.

 

 

Once cleared, take the opportunity to have a deep breath. Its amazing how relaxing a simple deep breath can be. Go out and smell the rosses, or the perfume of your loved one. You are blessed with the sense of smell.

Massage away your blues

ADA # 14 - Massage Away Your Blues

Though it’s a popular therapy, it is amazing how many people never got a massage.  A treatment need not cost much and the benefit of a totally relaxed body and mind is immense.  It will make you happier and more energized. Treat yourself to an hour of luxurious pampering because you deserve it.

Depending on your budget, there are loads of massage centers out there. It is amazing how the human touch can be so therapeutic. So go and make the booking now!

Go for a family outing

ADA # 13 - Go For A Family Outing

Spend time with your family just doing something you all enjoy, like walking or visiting a park. Visit the museum or read together in the public library. A movie for the family or a simple meal out would do wonders to further strengthen the bond.

Just last night for example, everyone in the family was getting hungry at about 11pm. What could we do with a pot, soup as left overs and lots of veggies and fish balls in the fridge? HOTPOT!! Yes we were crazy ... eating at this time of the night. We couldn't sleep for the 2 hours after that. But it was fun. Everyone enjoyed it. Even the dog!!

Watch your weigh

ADA # 12 - Watch your weight

A change of more than 5% of your body weight in a month, especially if accompanied by a change in sleeping habits or feeling of exhaustion might be a sign that you are suffering from depression. Seek help if you are worried

Normally if there might be a chance of depression, you might start to binge or tend to lose interest in food. So much so that you only eat to survive. The signs might thus be more obvious to people around you. So spread the message around so that more people will benefitfrom this.

Don't put yourself down

ADA # 11 - Don't put yourself down

Although it is important to be able to recognize your weak areas, instead of just thinking about your weakness, match them with strengths to keep confidence levels high. For instance, if you are impatient, chances are you are also good at adapting quickly to change.