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FOCUS ON HEALTH
TREAT YOURSELF TO SOME
MUCH-NEEDED PAMPERING
The daily grind sometimes is exhausting. In fact, a poll from and feet pampered can be a good substitute. Many salons
the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Harvard School offer different types of manicures and pedicures, depending
of Public Health found that 49 percent of Americans reported on personal preference. Spa treatments may include warm
having a major stressful event or experience in the past year, and paraffin wax or hot stones to further ease pain and enhance
26 percent of people said they had a “great deal” of stress. the pleasure of the experience.
In small amounts, stress can push a person to act and grow.
But constant stress can become debilitating and has been linked n Take a retreat. Schedule a trip to a resort or even a small
to a compromised immune system and other unhealthy side hotel that is away from the hustle and bustle of where you live.
effects. This is why a number of people resolve to reduce stress. Such a respite can provide a welcome change. New scenery and a
Though the term “pampering” may not appeal to everyone, chance to escape the daily grind can effectively relieve stress.
a day of pampering might be just what you need to relieve
stress and unwind. n Try relaxing aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is the use of
n Get a full-body massage. Licensed massage therapists have aromatic plant extracts and essential oils to elicit mental and
the training and knowledge to work the kinks out of your muscles physical responses. Lavender is a relaxing scent that can be
and ease aches and pains. Massage therapy works tension out of used during a massage or in baths to induce a sense of calm.
the body and can help release feel-good endorphins. A massage Experiment with other scents and oils to achieve this result.
can improve circulation and help reduce blood pressure.
n Schedule a manicure and pedicure appointment. If n Laugh with friends. Plan a friends’ night where you can go
you do not have time for a full massage, having your hands out for drinks and conversation or huddle around the television
and watch your favorite comedy. Laughter is often a great
medicine for stress, as is the company of other people who can
provide some comic relief.
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