It might take a little coffee or maybe a few rounds of beer (or any other booze you can get your hands on!) when it comes to relaxing after a hard day’s work. But what’s really interesting is how people continue with their day to day lives when faced with vein-popping stress? I mean, the new age thing like Zen or yoga is one of the good things and it actually works. Is there room in our modern world for the intellectual side of people? It kind of had me thinking that there really must be something in this ‘mind-over-matter’ thing.
Humour is indeed pretty much the best medicine there is whatever your situation. Despite what’s happening in your life, and whatever ordeals, problems and issues you may be struggling with, it’s better to laugh while facing the troubles with a clear mind than project anger through a clouded vision.
One of my favourite celebrities of all time may have to be Woody Allen. Now this is one guy who gives you the in-your-face bluntness that he pulls out with gusto, even without even trying. You can talk just about anything with the man, and he’s bound to mock the subject and you’ll end up laughing rather than being upset about it.
Woody Allen has this to say:
1. “Money is better than poverty, if only for financial reasons
2. “I believe there is something out there watching us. Unfortunately, it’s the government.”
3. “There are worse things in life than death. Have you ever spent an evening with an insurance salesman?”
4. “Love is the answer, but while you’re waiting for the answer, sex raises some pretty interesting questions.”
5. “A fast word about oral contraception. I asked a girl to go to bed with me, she said ‘no’.”
6. “Basically my wife was immature. I’d be at home in the bath and she’d come in and sink my boats.”
7. “I am not afraid of death, I just don’t want to be there when it happens.”
8. “I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose.”
9. “If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans.”
And despite what may happen to all of us in the next ten, twenty, or even thirty years, I guess we have to learn to see things in a different light. I can’t seem to imagine life without a little piece of wisdom that could guide me. Whether we’re religious or not, or whether Life According to Woody Allen is more your cup of tea, it takes courage to accept your fears and learn how to deal with.
And to sum things up, here is the last nugget of wisdom to go by however, whenever, and wherever we may be.
10. “The talent for being happy is appreciating and liking what you have, instead of what you don’t have.”
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It may be difficult for an individual, no matter what age, to admit they need help in controlling their problem with anger. However this is the initial step to treatment and learning how to control these emotions. Effective anger management help is assistance in discovering methods or strategies for managing anger problems or if fortunate enough, eliminating them all together. Effective anger management help will equip an individual to face their anger issues with a better attitude, as well as develop skills to control their reactions to confrontational situations.Read more on Effective Anger Management…
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The elderly face many more challenges than their younger counterparts. They are at an age where death is almost expected ñ whether it is reading about a friend in the paper or losing a family member. They also face more health problems. These factors can often lead to depression if older people do not have the appropriate support systems in place. Depression does not have to happen and it is not part of aging. However it can happen and it will prevent an elderly person from living a full life as they are more likely to withdraw into themselves and their memories.Read more on Depression in Over 50′s…
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I’m sure you’ve heard this story – race starts, hare dashes off, tortoise is slow but wins in the end.
Well, life isn’t quite so simple as that but there are lessons to be learnt. Sometimes it’s wise to take time to consider your position, enjoy the moment or take the subtle approach.
Next time you look at the well dressed hotshot,Read more on The Tortoise and the Hare…
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Our feet and legs are wondrous appendages. They take us where we want to go; without them, our lives are very limited. But tired feet and tired legs can also be our worst enemies. They can ache like a sore tooth, only worse. They will not let you relax and go to sleep. They take over! It’s impossible to think of much else when tired feet and tired legs are screaming at you. Heavy legs make the days go much longer.
Massaging the Legs
The good news is that you can relieve tired legs by taking the time to massage them frequently. It can also go a long way toward relieving the pain in your legs. These are techniques you can use yourself. However, you may also ask a friend to do these steps.
- If you truly want to pamper your legs, use a little bit of essential oil or you favorite cream on your hands so they will move over your legs more easily.
- Starting at the shin and massaging lightly with the index finger and thumb, apply only a little pressure.
- Move upward, increasing pressure as you go. When you have reached the top, make a circle with your hands around the top of the leg and move downward to the toes. Make your motions fluid. You should push as you move both directions. Repeat three times.
- Knead the thigh muscles then move downward with the kneading movements. After you have kneaded the inner thigh, move to the outer thigh. Move to the back of the leg and start with the ankle, using the index and middle finger.
- Knead the calf and work up to the buttocks, increasing the pressure as you reach the larger thigh muscles.
- Make a circle with your hands and push down the leg and to the toes.
- Once you have covered one leg with these movements, repeat all the steps on the other leg.
- Perform all these steps three times on each leg.
- Cover your legs and relax your body.
Massaging the Feet
Before you begin to massage your own feet, it’s a good idea to relieve your tired feet by soaking them in warm water for ten minutesRead more on Revive Tired Legs and Feet…
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Most of us have neck stress from time to time, and sometimes we suspect that we have some kind of disease. That may be true, but it rarely is a disease of its own. It’s a symptom that is caused by something else, and it can very often be successfully relieved.
You can feel pain in your neck in several different places, beginningRead more on Massage Techniques for the Neck…
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Stress comes in all sorts of packages.
I have no idea what stresses you out when you get up in the morning or when you go to work.
Maybe its something that happens when you get home. Stress relief needs to be practical. Read more on Relax…
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