Whether you savor and your tea by clutching a hot steaming mug, or think refreshing thoughts with an icy-cold glass of it in your hand, tea is more than just liquid refreshment.
There’s often a ritual associated with brewing a cup, and the purpose of that ceremony changes from day to day, and mood to mood. Taking time to honor those moments can help give us perspective, stamina and resilience.
Who doesn’t love a mani-pedi every now and then, or maybe even a facial or massage? Once you become a mom, though, expensive spa sessions often become a distant memory. Who has time for “me” time when what you really need is to catch up on sleep! And even if you’re one of the few, enviably well-rested mamas out there, you might not have so much disposable income to spend on these kinds of indulgences, what with diapers, baby food and college savings account contributions draining your funds.
Toddler tantrums, traffic jams, accidental stubbed toes – aaaah! Looking for a way to deal with your stressful day? (Other than punching your pillow, of course…)
Then you may want to stop and smell the flowers. Passion flowers, that is.
It’s that time of year again—the most joyful, but for many (especially Moms), also the most stressful. If non-stop gift shopping, party hopping, treat baking and tree trimming has you all tuckered out, take some time to unwind with these relaxation remedies from The Bombshell Mommy, Abigail Blank. Watch the video.
There’s nothing worse than an unsatisfying night of sleep.
The solution to your snooze-related woes may lie in a perennial plant with white, pink and purple flowers. Native to parts of Europe and Asia, this plant goes by the name Valeriana officinalis – or more commonly, valerian.
If it’s been one of those days (or weeks, or even months), more than just your nerves may be frazzled. From unkempt hair to gnawed-up nails, stress takes a toll on your appearance—not to mention the number it does on your insides. But I’ve got good news. You can tackle tension and tend to your looks in one easy step with these soothing, pampering products.
Between juggling careers, family life, friendships and everything in between, women have little time to care for themselves. It’s no wonder our stress levels are so high.
Too much stress can lead to all sorts of problems, from irritability and anxiety to loss of sleep, weight gain and even hormone imbalances. However, there are several ways women can de-stress with both diet and exercise. And if you get started with these healthy habits now, you can lessen the impact of stress before it hits.
