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10 Powerful Keys to Healing Yourself
In today's fast paced world many of us try to pack 12 hours into
an 8-hour day. It seems we want everything fast --- now --- and everything
instant. When we get sick it is an inconvenience to our lives and all we want is
a pill to make it go away. In truth, a health challenge is our wake up call to
slow down and take a look at our lives. Here are ten powerful keys to healing
yourself.
1. Be Present
Live in the now. The past is gone. You can never go back and make it right. You
can never re-live a life that was yesterday. Live positively in the present
moment, no matter what is occurring. It is All right and perfect. Do not look
ahead and dread what may come. Our mind creates a lot of chatter and makes us
afraid in order to keep us safe. Tell your mind "Thanks for sharing"
and affirm "I am here, I am present".
2. Nature
Sit on the lawn or next to a tree. Feel the pulse of the earth, the grandeur of
the sky, the coolness of the breeze on your face, or the warmth of the sun on
your face. Smile at nature, say hello to the bugs and all the animals you meet.
Take a walk in a park or hike on a trail.
3. Exercise
Daily exercise gives you a break from your mind chatter, helps pump your heart,
circulates your blood, clears toxins from your body, charges you with energy and
has many other benefits. Choose an activity that is fun and mix it up. Do
walking one day and yoga another day. Take a Tai Chi class and meet new people.
The list of possibilities is endless.
4. Spirituality
Recognize and know you are important and unique. Meditate, or sit quietly, and
be in the moment. Read books that are uplifting and have positive messages. Give
thanks for your health, your home, your friends, all the joy and happiness in
your life and all the good that surrounds you.
5. Forgiveness
It is time to let it go. Forgive all parts of yourself to be whole and perfect.
Forgive yourself for any past mistakes or shortcomings; forgive the child within
for being afraid; forgive the teenager that spoke words of anger; forgive the
young adult for not being a risk taker. Forgive others in the past. Forgive your
parents, your siblings and relatives. Let go of all grudges. Forgiveness is
about coming to peace within yourself.
6. Bubble Bath
Give yourself permission to relax and savor quiet times. Read a book for fun.
Spend that extra money and get a massage or a facial. Do something selfish for
yourself.
7. Nutrition
Listen to your body. Feed it good nutritious food. Take a high quality
multi-vitamin or a liquid supplement. Most health challenges can be reduced or
eliminated with a dietary supplement.
8. Let Go of Judgment
Give up judgement and give up blame. Never speak critically of others or
yourself. Speak words of encouragement to yourself and everyone you meet. Accept
everyone for who they are and embrace their differences.
9. Service To Others
Reach out and lend a hand to a friend in need. Offer unconditional service to
others. Be a great listener and really listen to people when they speak. Find
ways to help others to lift their spirits and help lessen their burdens.
10. Love
Love yourself and use positive words of encouragement. Compliment strangers and
make others smile. Speak from a loving heart and shine with joy.
Copyright (C) 2007 Wayne McDonald
Wayne McDonald is a featured writer for the Holistic Network Exchange -
Empowering People To Make Pro-Active Health Choices. Visit us at http://articlesunlimited.holisticnetworkexchange.com
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