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Wellness Concept
National
Relaxation Day - August 15
From the Healing Bridge Physical Therapy
September 2010 Wellness Notes
by
Allison Suran, PT, GCFP
Founder, Healing Bridge Physical Therapy
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Whoa,
slow down, take it easy, what's the hurry? August
15th is National Relaxation Day so take advantage of it!
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Pause and follow your breath - every time you take a break:
in the shower, on the toilet, at the sink, in your car, at
the stop light, while driving. It's the easiest thing you
can do.
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Enjoy the sunshine: Feel the warmth, smell the hot air, enjoy
the shadows and beautiful plants and flowers that grow because
of the light.
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Taste your food. REALLY taste it. Set your spoon or fork down
in-between bites, chew, taste, and enjoy.
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Turn off the news!
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Listen to only pleasant noises: the music you like, no commercials,
the breeze in the air, children playing, people laughing.
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Sit or rest outdoors: Either in the sunshine with plenty of
sunscreen (of course), or in the shade.
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Just BE. Be still, Be quiet, Be still, Be smiling, Be breathing,
Be relaxation.
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Don't look at your to-do list.
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Take the time to call an old friend and reminisce.
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If you absolutely insist on working, you can relax throughout
your day using steps 1-9 above.
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