5 Natural Stress Busters
Fall commences the beginning of a very exciting but stressful time of year. It starts with September when you begin getting your tykes ready for back to school. The morning rush, homework and after school activities galore! Before you know it, you’ll be hosting holiday parties, out of town guests and shopping until you drop. When you’re feeling frazzled and counting to 10 doesn’t seem to be doing the trick anymore, it’s time to try these stress busters on for size.
The next time you’re feeling a little overwhelmed, try these simple, natural solutions to de-stress and relax:
Most of us realize the importance of making and checking lists. We may make packing lists, lists of items we need to take along and lists of people we have been meaning to connect with. Some more organized people even have lists of lists! But many of us neglect to consult the most vital list of all – our self-care list. We are complex beings and must attend to ourselves – physically, emotionally, socially, spiritually and environmentally.
With any luck, spring has finally sprung in your neck of the woods. Long gone and all but forgotten are the cold, dreary and dark days of winter. But what about your New Year’s fitness resolutions? Have those been left in the past as well? Chances are good they have been; studies show that 50% of the people who start a new exercise program give up during the first three to six months. And experts agree that the number of people who quit after starting at the beginning of a New Year might be even higher. So how do you stay on track? Keep reading for tips to stay motivated through the spring—so you can look and feel your best come