Wellness

Creating new habits for the new year!

Simple Acts Of Self-Care That Nurture Our Minds And Spirit 

People used to say “ What’s new?” It’s a question that invites an authentic response a snapshot of someone’s current reality not their past or future anxieties. It’s an invitation to share what truly on their mind – A recent health concern, a joyful vacation or even just a happy moment it’s about what is going on in the present.

I’ve been thinking on this, especially since this is the beginning of a new year. So many new starts from self-care to mindfulness. Journaling for example, can be a powerful tool to open up creativity and release everything that is weighing us down. It allows us to process thoughts and feelings, unpack, lingering issues, and create space for clarity and creativity, instead of allowing our minds to wander into anxiety. 

I find that incorporating small deliberate changes into my routine encourages a greater sense of well-being. Listening to a new podcast, exploring a new book or simply opening a window to appreciate the sounds of nature can all contribute to a renewed perspective. These are the simple acts of self-care that nurture our minds and spirits.

Creating new positive habits is vital. Let’s make taking care of ourselves our “new.” Let’s begin in the present and embrace the beauty of each moment of each day. We have 1,440 minutes in a day 1,440 opportunities to have a new positive thought to make better food choices or to smile more. Simply being in the moment, let that be our new!

Happy New Year and every moment in it!!!

 

Self-Massage Techniques to do at Home

Massage therapy has been around for centuries and has been discussed in the ancient texts of many languages, including Chinese, Indian, Greek and Egyptian. While the exact roots of massage therapy are not known, it is known that getting regular massages can be very beneficial for those who receive them. Massage can treat everything from aches, pains and digestive issues to insomnia and more, which everyone experiences at some point in their lives.

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5 Reasons to Get a Massage This Summer

While many people think of massage as a treat for special occasions, the truth is that regular massage can be extremely beneficial, especially during the summer months. Here are five reasons why you should consider getting a massage this summer:

  1. Aches, Pains, Sprains and Strains – Regular massage helps soften and relax injured or overused muscles. Muscles being used more frequently can lead to aches and pains. Regular massage increases circulation and oxygenation, which helps the muscles heal more quickly. Massage also releases endorphins from the brain that are natural painkillers.
  2. Improved Mood / Mental Attitude – The added stress of having the kids in the house, all day, every day, during the summer months can lead to anger and frustration. Getting a massage will help the mind and body relax. Studies confirm that regular massage can be beneficial for stress. Massages increase the feel good hormones known as serotonin and dopamine, while reducing the stress hormone known as cortisol. This leads to an improved mental state.
  3. Decreases Joint Swelling – The increased amount of heat and humidity can frequently cause swelling of the joints, particularly the knees and ankles. Massage helps to decrease the static accumulation of fluids in the joints by increasing circulation. Lymphatic massage is especially good at this because it pushes fluids through the body, releases toxins in the cells and keeps things flowing to reduce swelling.
  4. Increases Immunity – With all the added activity and fatigue from running around, summer colds can be common. Regular massage increases circulation in the body and oxygenation of the cells. This can help bolster the body’s immune system, allowing it to heal faster by increasing the amount of lymphocytes in the bloodstream. Lymphocytes are white blood cells that fight off disease and infection.
  5. Lowers Blood Pressure – Regular massages can be very beneficial to the circulatory system and a person’s blood pressure. Because massage is so relaxing, it can help lower blood pressure, while also decreasing the risk of stroke or a heart attack. When stress increases, so too does the blood pressure. As mentioned before, massage is a great way to decrease stress levels.

This list represents the tip of the iceberg when it comes to why massage can be beneficial to everybody during the summer months. So whether you’re suffering from aches and pains, high blood pressure, a summer cold or joint swelling, finding a massage therapist might be exactly what the doctor ordered. If nothing else, you get a few minutes of relaxation and no worries. Who can’t use that?

Why Try Massage?

Massage is both therapeutic and relaxing, it is something that everyone should try at least once. The catch is, once you try it once, you are sure to be coming back for more. Massage is extremely beneficial for the body and can help you in many ways. There are a plethora of reasons as to why you should get a massage, but here are the top seven reasons why you need to try massage therapy. continue reading »

5 Reasons to Massage Tired Feet

We are constantly on our feet. Walking, driving, biking, hiking, you name it and we need our two feet to do it. Conversely, our feet are the least taken care of part of our body. Think about it. When’s the last time you gave your feet a good and proper pampering? I bet it has been a while. Take a look at these five reasons to give your feet more tender-loving care and you’ll find yourself treating your feet to a massage multiple times a month. continue reading »