Matthew 11: 28-30 (NIV) (Jesus speaking) “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you
rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for
your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
“A lecturer, when explaining stress management to an audience, raised a glass of water and asked, “How heavy is
this glass of water?” Answers called out ranged from 20g to 500g. The lecturer replied, “The absolute weight
doesn’t matter. It depends on how long you try to hold it. If I hold it for a minute, that’s not a problem. If I hold it for
an hour, I’ll have an ache in my right arm. If I hold it for a day, you’ll have to call an ambulance. In each case, it’s
the same weight, but the longer I holed it, the heavier it becomes.” He continued, “And that’s the way it is with
stress management. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, as the burden becomes increasingly
heavy, we won’t be able to carry on.”
As with the glass of water, you have to put it down for a while and rest before holding it again. When we’re
refreshed, we can carry on with the burden. SO, before you return home tonight, put the burden of work (in this
case parenting) down. Don’t carry it home. You can pick it up tomorrow. Whatever burdens you’re carrying now,
let them down for a moment if you can.”
Why not take a while to simply relax. Put down anything that may be a burden to you right now. Don’t pick it up
again until after you’ve rested a while. Life is short. Enjoy it!
The Soak Treatment
Tips for a perfect bath
- Fresh ginger will warm the body and soothe joints. Slice & simmer in boiling water for 30 minutes. Strain and add to
warm bath water. - Do exercise in a warm bathtub. Experts say there is definite additional benefit from exercise done under warm water.
- Soothe irritated skin by adding a cup of cider vinegar to the running water.
- Add a cupful of oatmeal or bran to cleanse, whiten and soothe your skin.
- For super soft skin fast, you should massage your body with oil first before getting into the bath or shower.
- Body brushes are also useful. The best way to use them is on dry skin before you get in the bath or shower, as this is
particularly good for loosening dead skin cells. You can also use them in the water, lathering them up with soap or gel. - Add free samples of perfume to a bath. It won’t cost you anything and will smell wonderfully.
- If you pat yourself dry after a bath, it will help you unwind, whereas briskly rubbing your skin with a towel will help to
invigorate you. - Add a few drops of essential oils to the floor of the shower itself. As they evaporate you will find that you are surrounded
by a sensuous smelling mist while you wash your body
Sleeping Beauty
It’s called beauty sleep for a reason. No amount of lotions and potions, no facials or makeup can give you the glow that a good nights
“Skin makes new cells twice as fast during sleep time as during waking hours. Studies have found that sleep deprived humans have
lower level of a growth hormone the skin needs to repair environmental damage and produce new skin cells. When cell replacement
falls behind, wrinkles and slackness results. Hence the importance of beauty sleep.
The body diverts blood away from the skin to the ‘essential’ organs as a result of lack of sleep, giving your complexion that fatigued
look and slack muscle tone. Adequate sleep is one of the best beauty treatments available!
Sufficient rest and recuperation effectively reduces our stress hormone, cortisol. When we are sleep deprived, cortisol levels rise
Without the sleep you need, you’ll look older and your skin will look drier. Your skin renews itself as you sleep which is why too little
sleep can make your skin look tired and dull. Sleep renews and refreshes us and is vital for good health and beauty. The average need
for an individual is eight hours; it varies from person to person. Identify your need by the way you feel when you wake up.
How much sleep is adequate?
The quantity of sleep that we need differs from one individual to another. However, the average requirement for an adult is said to be
7 hours of sleep in 24 hrs.
One problem that has increased in recent times is that of insomnia, the inability of sleep. It is mostly our lifestyle or stress that may be
the cause. If you have chronic insomnia, you should consult your doctor, who may even refer you for psychiatric aid.
If mild insomnia is your problem, you should take a look at your lifestyle, as well as your eating and sleeping patterns. For instance,
your social life may entail late nights and heavy dinners, not to mention alcohol. Such things can interfere with sleep.”
Tips for beauty sleep
The following tips can help you achieve sleep and the benefits it provides. These tips are intended for typical adults, but not
necessarily for children or persons experiencing medical problems.
- Do not nap during the day/ limit naps to 30 minutes
- Limit caffeine and alcohol, especially close to bedtime
- Don’t smoke or use nicotine products, especially close to bedtime
- Expose yourself to bright light/sunlight soon after awakening
- Exercise early in the day
- Make sure your bedroom is peaceful and your bed is large and comfortable
- Make your bedroom primarily a place for sleeping
- Hide your clock
- Keep a regular schedule incorporating bedtime rituals
- Finish eating at least 2-3 hours before bedtime. Eat only a light snack before bedtime
- Drink warm milk before bedtime
- Jot down all of your concerns and worries
- Go to sleep when you are sleepy
- Avoid “over-the-counter” sleep aids
- Get out of bed if unable to sleep
- Get up and eat some turkey
If you have trouble falling asleep, maintaining sleep, awaken earlier than you wish, feel unrefreshed after sleep or suffer from
excessive sleepiness during the day or when you wish to be alert, you should also consult your physician. Be sure to tell him/her if
you have already tried these tips and for how long.
There’s a more natural, elegant woman on the inside of you,ready
to shine through to the outside. Isn’t it time to make time for you?
Links
Research sites:
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