Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Decompression

The removal of pressure. Pressure is all around us today. There is the economy, family issues, work environment, the list is endless. After awhile, something has to give, and hopefully not one's sanity.
It is important to release stress and pressure. After a long period, it starts to effect a person's health and personal interactions. Problems at work should not be taken out on innocent family members or friends. Nor should they be bottled up until blood pressure reaches a critical point.
Growing up there was a commercial, and I have not seen it in years. It starts off with a woman's hectic day of juggling family and work, and culminates in her pleading 'Calgon, take me away!' Then the protagonist is seen relaxing in a nice bubble bath. Though today's equivalent is either a whirlpool or hot tub, usually with an adult beverage.
Exercise has been proven to help relieve stress. It also has the added benefit of improving one's overall health. And a healthy body is better able to resist attacks from colds and flu. With all the physical activity you will look better and have a better self image.
Another way is to just relax and remove negative influences. Stop watching CNN during dinner, it just causes indigestion. At night don't watch the latest crime drama, who needs made up murders? Maybe renting a classic movie from your childhood? Who can forget in the Wizard of Oz, the Scarecrow singing 'If I only had a brain' as he danced down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy. Brings back memories of a time when life was much simpler and easier.
Getting out of town is a good way to decompress. New surroundings, new places have a way of making problems and stress disappear. So if a quick escape is needed, try Future Vacations for a long weekend away. Let the trained agents find you the perfect escape for a weekend, or longer, you deserve it.

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