Unbelievably but true is the fact that exercising for just 3 hours per week can reduce depression by up to 47%; this is the same result as taking anti-depressant medicine as given by a doctor!
Being pampered is a good way to relax and nurture you and to boost your self esteem especially if you are feeling low or stressed out. And it’s not limited to women, either – even David Beckham is said to enjoy a facial treatment or two!
The Natural Way to Relax
- Try having a hot bath with some Epsom salts – these are a lot cheaper than buying brand named shop bath salts. They will remove any toxins and relax those tension knotted muscles.
- A good wake up call in the morning is achieved by using a natural-bristle body brush. This will exfoliate the skin by working the strokes in an upward sweeping fashion.
- Have you ever tried to refresh your tired eyes by putting slices of cucumber you’re your eyes for ten minutes- it does wonders!
- Ask your partner or a friend to give you a head massage. Using the balls of your fingers, massage gently in circular movements.
- Oats aren’t just good to eat – you can use them in for a skin treat, too. Blend a cup of any type of oats in a blender or food processor until they resemble a fine powder. Then add them to your bath water for a moisturising, skin-softening and luxurious bath. Don’t put un-blended oats straight in the bath – or you could end up bathing in lumpy porridge! Oats also make a great face mask.
- After a long day, soaking your feet in warm water is incredibly relaxing! Adding lavender oil is soothing, while a cooler soak with peppermint oil is great for reviving tired and aching feet. If you can get someone to give you a foot rub, so much the better – but it’s something you can do for yourself, too.
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