Take some time off
Now that the year has drawn to a close with Christmas just a week away, take this time to totally relax and have some time off. It’s a good time of year to recharge your batteries, join in the Christmas cheer (just don’t over do it!) and catch up on much needed [...]
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Sit under a tree
Take time out this week to sit under a tree, by the pool or at the beach…anywhere that helps you to feel totally relaxed. Take a good book to read, or simply close your eyes and enjoy!!
This is for ANYONE…no matter how old or young. Take the kids and make it a [...]
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Give yourself a facial
If you can’t afford to go out and pay someone else to give you a facial, create time and space at home to nurture yourself a little. Start by setting the mood…take the phone off the hook, put on some nice music, get into some comfy clothes and get ready to relax.
Start [...]
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Get back to nature
Feeling stressed and run down? Whenever I feel this way it’s time to get back to nature! Go bushwalking, camping, paddling, bike riding or surfing! Anywhere in the natural environment has the ability to totally relax you and recharge those batteries. So start planning now for your next date with nature. :)
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Investigate how birth happens in nature
Did you know that animals in the wild usually birth easily and naturally without any problems? Their biggest concern is predators! If an animal is attacked during labour, the surge of adrenaline will allow them to expel their baby quickly and flee to safety. Otherwise, if they are still early [...]
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“The Birth Environment – Creating Sacred Space for Birth”
by Faye Read
The birth environment needs to be such that it allows the most natural birth to take place. It should allow you to relax, feel comfortable and safe so that you can release endorphins naturally in this environment, allowing for a good flow of energy and [...]
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Cloud Watch
Lie on a rug outside and cloud watch, or watch the breeze blowing the leaves of the trees. It can become quite hypnotic and put you into a deeply relaxed state. This was one of my favorites as a kid.
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Light a candle
Light a candle and take five big deep gratitude breaths. Think of at least one thing that you are grateful for.
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Count to ten while taking slow deep breathes
Whenever you’re feeling stressed or under pressure, stop what you are doing and count to ten while taking slow, deep breathes. This will help you to calm down, centre yourself and think clearly, before deciding to act. Hopefully whatever you do next, will be in a calm, relaxed [...]
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