After a long hard winter, there is only one thing on everyone's mind: sunny days. This Spring however, it's a little tricky. The weather has been warm one day and chilly the next. That's the ideal combination for the flu. That's all we need is a sore throat and nasal congestion on a beautiful 74 degree day! But it could happen - especially if we try cramming three days into one because we are excited to finally see warm weather.
There is also the hype about the Swine Flu. With a sneeze, or a cough it has everyone wondering if they are the next victims of Swine Flu. I've seen a few people in public areas wearing masks to protect them from this virus.
What can we do? Continue your Spring plans as usual. If you want to go to the park, play golf, ride your bicycle, go for a run - just do it! Enjoy yourself. The day has given you a gift, so play and enjoy. Even if you are caught with the sniffles or a cough, that should not stop you from going outside and being out in the elements. The warm sun will actually help your vitamin D levels in your body (without sunscreen for at least 10-15 minutes). Aside from vitamin D, the sun has more therapeutic effects. It soothes your dampened spirits and helps you relax.
The next warm day, I challenge you to sit in a comfortable position and allow the sun's rays to cover your body and completely relax under the magical spell of the sun.
Close your eyes, and breathe in and out. Trust the sun's blanketed warmth.
The important thing to know about all this Swine Flu is to not to be so wrapped up into the media. Learn to enjoy your day and be spontaneous - have fun, relax, and smile.
Don't overbook your day with appointments. Pencil in some time for yourself. An overbooked day causes anxiety and exhaustion. Balance your days and spread out your appointments and tasks.
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