You know those days that you're just feeling down? I'm sharing my two most favorite things that help me feel better on days I think I can't make it through.
Today just happened to be one of those days. . . woke up with a cold and stomach problems. It's that time of year.
First off, bring on the yellow. Yellow is bright and cheery. Yellow reminds me of my mom and the two of them can brighten any room. So when we moved into the apartment with only white walls, everything else had to be the color. Can you really be depressed with something like this?
The second is an essential for anyone. I use an oil from doTERRA called Elevation. I put a little bit on everyday mixed with a few drops of coconut oil on the back of my neck, my hands and feet. It's an immediate lift.
Elevation is the perfect blend of lavandin, tangerine, elemi, lemon myrtle, melissa, ylang ylang, osmanthus and sandalwood. All of my favorites made into one. Now oils may seem a little bit expensive but if you've ever taken an anti-depressant, the medicine is expensive and has harsh side effects. I would recommend this first before you try ANY anti-depressant. It's natural and has no side effects at all because the oils are from the earth. There's nothing to lose.
After both of these, I'm already feeling much better. I guess I better stop procrastinating my homework. Oh and by the way, I got so many responses from my earlier post that I will post my finished story. Coming soon.
I hope your days are happy, continuing to be filled with JOY always, even on a day like me when it's spent in bed with symptoms of a stomach flu.
What are some of your pick-me-ups? I'd love to hear your tips!
Those are great ideas!
ReplyDeleteI too have some essential oils I use. My dear aunt gave me a vial the day before my wedding which included mostly grapefruit seed extract. It works wonders for anxiety.
Another favorite is exercise. The best way to boost my endorphins and immune system is to take a walk or spend 30 min on a stepper or elliptical. This works especially well during those long cold dark winters!
I'm sorry you're not feeling well Lisa!:(
ReplyDeleteTo be honest I eat ice cream, hot choc. and brownies when I feel stressed. When I'm sick, I write poetry, helps to clear my head. Sometimes when I'm sick I try to read and listen to more General Conference talks because I can't really get up and be very productive, but I can read about what I will do when I feel good again. I love to write to get feelings out, sometimes I end up deleting or throwing away stories I've used to vent on, those feelings need to get out somehow. I also love to read fantasies when I am not feeling well sometimes. I love you, hope you feel better Lisa! Chelsea
I'm glad today's post is about pick me ups. My heart went out to you after your last one. I hope you start feeling better--and that having these cheerful colors and scents will work their mood elevating and homework energizing magic.
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