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Are you taking care of yourself?

Firstly a belated Happy New Year to all.

If you are wondering why I have no posting for January 1 it’s because I have taken an example out of my own studies of personal development and growth and given a day to myself and those I love. So you can see I eat my own cooking !!

As lots of people start 2009 with their own New Year resolutions I would like to suggest one that perhaps you have not got on your list but I suggest you consider it - “Taking Care of You”.
What do I mean you say? Well

Taking care of yourself means eating a healthy diet, getting daily exercise and learning to relax and take care of your mental health.

It is only when our bodies and mind are in sync can we feel and be totally healthy and fit, there are many ways that you can ensure you take good care of yourself and which can enable you to live not only a healthier lifestyle, but also a much happier one.

· Learn to allow your feelings out, a problem shared is a problem halved, so find someone you can trust and in your times of need lean on their shoulder.

· Never put anyone above yourself. When you compare yourself to others you are frequently putting yourself down and this can lead to low self-esteem or feelings of envy.

· Plan your day to include something which you enjoy doing. By taking a half-hour from the day and just devoting this time entirely to yourself, you are telling yourself that you are worthy.

· When things are getting you down remember to smile, always look for the funny side of any situation no matter how bad it may appear to be.

· Use whatever self-help and self improvement methods that work best for you to help you to relax more easily. In order to be happy and healthy you have to be able to release stress before it builds up.

· Don’t allow anyone to put you up on a pedestal; this will lead you to believe you have let someone down when things don’t go right.

· Remember to take short breaks throughout the day, if at work then this could be something as simple as stretching your arms, legs and back by taking a walk to the coffee machine - you don’t have to have a coffee just the exercise!

· Get some form of daily exercise, exercise helps to ward off diseases, makes us feel better, sleep better and is a great form of stress relief.

· Eat a sensible diet that includes plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables while cutting down on fatty foods, salt and starch.

· Keep a daybook; this can benefit you in many ways by allowing you to get your thoughts and feelings out.

These are just some of the things that I have included in my plans for 2009 what about you do you have any thoughts or views that you would like to share?

To a fantastic 2009

Chris

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