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Bet You Can't Read Just One Idea A Day!, Sep 3 2001
This review is from: 365 Ways to Relax Mind, Body& Soul (Paperback)
A compact little book with 365 ways to relax. It seems logical enough - start at the beginning of the book, read one idea each day, and put it into practice. I challenge you to do just that. I bet you can't!
The book is simply too compelling. You will read today's suggestion, then peak ahead to see tomorrow's. Then day three's is right there, and you will read it, too. You'll be hooked and keep reading. But, that's okay; perhaps it's even part of the book's usefulness, because just reading the ideas, interspersed with inspirational quotes, will help relax you.
Oddly enough, I also found the book energized me. Not in a stressful, hurry-up way, but in a creative and motivated way. It gave me a sense of control - a whole mitt full of suggestions for things I could do to relax physically and mentally. How powerful to have all those workable techniques in hand!
Stress and its cranky cronies, anxiety and tension, wear away at us daily as we push ourselves beyond our limits in an increasingly pressured world. How can we combat these complications naturally and positively every day? Those of us without a live-in masseuse will find the answers in 365 WAYS TO RELAX MIND, BODY & SOUL.
Science has proven that stress can make you sick and more than 20 million Americans suffer from stress related illnesses. Many more of us are just exhausted from the frenzied pace of modern lifestyles and Barbara Heller offers cheerful daily tips for relaxing the body, regrouping thoughts, renewing the spirit, and thriving, not just surviving.
Some of the tips are for quick and simple fixes; you're sure to find one that you can do right now - laugh, relive a pleasant thought, or enjoy a cup of tranquil tea (the recipe's included). Others require some planning, such as attending a monthly meditation meeting. And with others, part of the benefit is in the preparation and the on-going ritual, as with designing your personal relaxation training period.
365 WAYS TO RELAX MIND, BODY & SOUL is written by Barbara Heller, M.S.W., a psychotherapist with more than 25 years of experience in women's health care and complimentary medicine. She is also an herbalist and educator. Her advice will inspire you to release your worries. It will help wean you from stressful situations and encourage minor lifestyle adjustments for greater personal peace and well-being.
You need a copy of this book - and you deserve to savor its techniques.
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Great tips!, Aug 22 2001
This review is from: 365 Ways to Relax Mind, Body& Soul (Paperback)
I admit that I am a sucker for self-help books but this one is truly worth the money. Everything is covered from different types of meditation to fun ideas, like playing Monopoly.
Most of the ideas and tips I would never have considered but they made sense. Like turning off the tv or enjoying a trashy novel. The bit on recycling stuff you don't use made a lot of sense and encouraged me to clean out some clutter. Afterwards, I felt less stress and my house looked better!
Can't wait to try "Do the Opposite" tomorrow!
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what a gem!, Dec 25 2000
This review is from: 365 Ways to Relax Mind, Body& Soul (Paperback)
The thing I like about this book is the condensation of a lot of wisdom into a small space. Stressed out at the office or school or just plain stressed out. This book is small enough to keep with you at all times. What a lifesaver!
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