My ways to wellness
I’m finally starting to bounce back from being under the weather. These past few days have been literally a sick week for me and my daughter who started to go down with fever together last Wednesday night. I thank you all for continuously visiting and leaving warm thoughts on this blog during our sick week.
I never knew what really hit me because I didn’t have a chance to consult a doctor but my 8-year-old Bianca, according to her doctor, had tonsillitis which, as you may know, is caused by bacteria. Having undergone so much stress and dilemma due to getting ill, bet you can’t blame me if I’ll have my sweet revenge through the following which I call my ways to wellness in the coming days:
1. An exhilarating full body massage - helps the body heal itself and promotes good health and well-being; 2. Regular exercise - aside from reducing the risk of certain illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis, exercising is also said to improve your mood, self-esteem, and your psychological well-being in general (Yay! Ready for the big change); 3. Balanced Diet - ookay, say goodbye to junk and follow the food pyramid, more fruits, whole grains and veggies; 4. Food Supplements - extra nourishment for the body and protection from sickness; 5. Enough sleep and rest - not just on some days but everyday.
And of course blame me not if I’d pamper myself with long luxurious baths using handmade natural soaps that not only would soothe me but won’t dry up my skin. They look yummy, don’t they?
6. Cleaning and Disinfecting - This should ban germs, viruses and bacteria from the house. (Yes, I’m waging war against them. GRRR!)
And lastly, to keep the house smelling clean and refreshing, I’m getting an aromatherapy 
diffuser instead of the usual chemical-ridden commercial home fragrances.
Aromatherapy is known to have several benefits including boosting your immune system, promoting deep sleep, helping your body to relax and de-stress, improving your mood, and relieving minor discomforts, among others. No wonder why a lot of people are resorting to it including this mom.
I’m sick and tired of getting sick. With these ways to wellness, me and my family will be better protected from getting ill the next time around.
Posted in Health & Beauty
September 1st, 2009 3:22 am
I’m glad you’re starting to feel better. I need a little boost myself.
September 1st, 2009 6:29 am
I’m happy your starting to feel better. It’s hard being sick and still having to care for others.
September 1st, 2009 7:24 am
I was downed with fever too since last Tuesday night. I had a relapsed too…urghh! I hate it. i’m on my way to full recovery now.
anyway, I’m glad that you and your daughter are getting better now!
September 1st, 2009 9:48 am
Glad to hear you are feeling better! It’s hard to be sick and have to still take care of family and the house.
September 1st, 2009 10:16 am
hi there, i really hope you get well soon. btw your ways to wellness are great, would like to have a massage one myself.
September 1st, 2009 10:41 am
i am glad you do feel better now Rochelle. haha, i love handmade natural soaps, sometimes, i love them so much it takes me very long to use them
September 1st, 2009 2:16 pm
Exercise really helps keep my illnesses away. I have just started going back to the gym on a regular basis and feel so much better- have more energy and seem to not get sick quite as easy. I do have to say however, that if it hadn’t have been for Sarah Maria’s life coaching book, titled, “Love Your Body, Love Your Life,” I probably wouldn’t have had the ambition to get back to the gym. I am so glad that I did! I think I would like to try a massage though, that would make me feel even better- great idea!
September 1st, 2009 3:16 pm
glad to know your ok now, rochelle!like you i am a fan of cleaning and disinfecting, fragrance diffuser and i do have handmade natural soap. the others girl, i am still working on…ha!ha1ha1
September 1st, 2009 7:04 pm
I clean with bleach, at least once a week, during the cold and flu season. Also open your windows, even in summer, and winter, to let some fresh air in for part of the day. Drink tons of water, eat a healthy diet, and get plenty of rest every night, not just when sick. Lack of sleep is one of the easiest ways for your immune system to become weakened. So glad you are feeling better.
September 2nd, 2009 1:42 am
Glad you are feeling better. A little aromatherapy is always good. And yes we need to all eat better. I’ll join you for the massage.
Have a good day.
September 2nd, 2009 11:00 pm
I am a big fan of aromatherapy diffuser and scented candles and massage !