It is often said that worrying is using your imagination to
create something you do not want. And
if you are familiar with the Universal Law of Attraction you understand
that you get whatever you think about…whether you want it or not.
The Law of Attraction says: That which is like unto itself, is drawn. We are constantly attracting people, places,
things, situations, and experiences into our lives through the thoughts we
think and the emotions we feel. So it
makes sense that by worrying about something which hasn’t happened, or you have
no control over, could actually be setting yourself up to attract into your
life all those things you are worrying about!
According to Wikipedia, “Worry is thoughts, images and emotions of a negative nature in which
mental attempts are made to avoid anticipated potential
threats. As an emotion it is
experienced as anxiety or concern about a real or imagined issue, usually
personal issues such as health or finances or broader ones such as
environmental pollution and social or technological change.”
So why do we worry and stress ourselves out so much?
Well, in a nutshell we live in
stressful times. All you have to do is
watch, listen or turn on the news for what I call the ‘doom and gloom
report’. I think we’d all be much
better off if the news we heard was good news and good stories instead of bad
news and bad stories. I know we need to
stay informed, just take what they say on the news with a grain of salt and
move on to happier things in your life.
You can either choose to look and
react negatively at things, or decide to look and react positively at things,
creating a happier today and tomorrow.
The choice is yours. Remember
the Law of Attraction…you attract what you think about whether you want
it or not. Worrying can lead to stress,
which can lead to all sorts of health and health related issues.
So what can we do to reduce worrying and stress, or better
yet avoid it in the first place? There
are many helpful steps we can take, and choices we can make, to reduce or help
manage the stress in our lives. Here
are a few suggestions:
Exercise – regular exercise helps to decrease the
production of stress hormones. Studies
are showing that exercise can help combat anxiety and depression, and help with
sleep. Walking, running, dancing,
biking, hiking, swimming, gardening and yard work can all have a significant
effect on decreasing stress levels. Pick
an activity that you love and have fun doing it.
Massage – getting a massage is not only a great way
to pamper ourselves, but can also help to decrease the stress hormone cortisol
in our body.
Deep Breathing – can help calm the nerves. Relax in a comfy chair and take a few deep
breaths to help clear the mind. Deep
breathing also works well in any stressful situation.
Meditation and Relaxation Techniques – are known to
have lasting and beneficial effects on health, as does yoga.
Take Time to Unwind – one of the key elements in
reducing stress is taking the time for ourselves. Read a good book, watch a movie, take time for a hobby, or have a
nice relaxing soak in the bathtub. Say
‘yes’ to yourself.
Rest – getting enough sleep helps our body and
mind rejuvenate and better equips us to handle any negative stressors that may
come along. Seven to eight hours of
uninterrupted rest is the required amount of sleep for most adults.
Diet – under stressful conditions our body needs
healthful foods full of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Junk foods, fast foods and highly processed
foods are all stressors that can add to stress levels. A healthy diet that includes fresh colorful vegetables and fruits, rich
whole grains, unprocessed oils and fats, lean organic meats, dry beans,
free-run eggs, nuts and seeds, organic low-fat dairy products, and clean water
will provide most of the nutrition our body needs to help combat the effects of
stress.
Laughter – learn to laugh at stressful situations
that may arise. A healthy dose of
optimism can quickly turn a stressful circumstance into an opportunity for the
better. Sometimes, laughter really is
the best medicine.
Nature has also provided us with many botanicals that can
help strengthen our ability to cope with stress. There are a variety of botanicals that work well to combat
stress. What I like to take when I’m
feeling stressed out, anxious, or need help sleeping is
AIM Composure®.
AIM Composure®.
AIM Composure® is a combination of three soothing botanicals – valerian
root, passionflower and hops flower (Canada).
These botanicals work synergistically to provide a safe and effective
way to help relax and calm nerves and muscles, alleviate feelings of anxiety,
reduce restlessness, and promote restful sleep.
All three botanicals in AIM Composure® have been approved in the
Natural Health Product Directorate Monographs from Health Canada, and AIM
Composure® has been issued a Natural Product Number (NPN). An NPN indicates that Health Canada has
assessed the product for its safety, claim, and quality, and has authorized it
for sale in Canada.
We
may not have a crystal ball to see into the future and make the right choices,
but by becoming aware of how worry and stress impacts our lives and our health,
and by learning to accept change and everyday challenges, we can reduce our
worries and manage our stress. Life is
meant to be fun, and we are meant to live a joyful life. Why worry?
“Today is the tomorrow we worried about yesterday.”
~Author
Unknown
Note: AIM
Composure® is also available in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, and
USA. The formulation in these countries
differs slightly from Canada.
For
more information about AIM Composure® please visit
our AIM Store Website where you can read more, download datasheets, watch videos,
and make a purchase.
As with any nutritional supplement it is always
recommended to read the literature thoroughly to find out if the product is
right for you, and consult your health care practitioner if you have any
medical conditions or concerns.
*Relax Note With Pushpin Image courtesy of Stuart Miles/FreeDigitalPhotos.net
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