Simple techniques for relieving fatigue
Exhausted already and still a long way to go?? If you can’t fit in a relaxing acupuncture treatment, then try these simple ways of counteracting the extra stress of the holiday season.
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A foot massage. This can be done professionally, by a loved one, or even by yourself in between wrapping presents. Do it for as long as it feels good. Don’t forget to press on Kidney 1 (Yongquan) acupoint in the center of the sole of the foot. If you are using oil, try adding a couple of drops of lavender or peppermint to soothe away all tension.
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Spinal rocking. This not only helps back, shoulder and neck pain to get rid of fatigue, it also massages the main meridians to give a whole body treatment.*
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A cup of tea. A soothing cup of hot tea has been medically proven to calm a troubled mind and relieve stress. If you are worried about getting too much caffeine, bear in mind that tea bags are usually more concentrated than loose tea. Or go for a caffeine free, herbal Christmas blend, put your feet up and relax!
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Eat healthy and light. Overeating sugar, salt, processed foods and heavy, rich foods will all cause fatigue and qi stagnation. Pay extra attention to eating nutritious and healthy foods this season.
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Get rid of mental and emotional baggage. The holiday season can stir up old negative feelings and memories which then cause imbalance in your organs, using up energy. Think only happy thoughts as you do your holiday planning.
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Finally, don’t think you are tired. A thought is a seed, which leads to an action. If you think you are tired, you will immediately create a feeling of tiredness in support of that thought. Your mind will come up with a hundred reasons why you think you are tired. Now you have caused an excess of mental activity which leads to fatigue. A seed grows into a garden, so don’t plant the seed!
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