Saturday, January 21, 2012

National Hugging Day


Today is National Hug Day so to all of my faithful readers a great big hug.

This “holiday” falls between Christmas and Valentine’s Day annually. It began in 1986 by Kevin Zabomey.
Check out the hug day sites. http://www.nationalhuggingday.com/ and update your
Knowledge of hugs.

But before you do, make sure you are huggable. According to Feng Shui
Bathing is good for the whole person, just like hugs. No need to run to the store,
Try these things you have in your kitchen.
• Sage: Uplifting, calming and astringent – GREAT for people with oily skin or back acne
• Rosemary: Relaxing and great for alertness, also astringent and clarifying
• Peppermint: Energizing (or relaxing) and clarifying
• Chamomile: Extremely relaxing and calming – perfect for dry or irritated skin
• Green Tea: Energizing and mood stabilizing – also antioxidant, antiaging, and very healing for any skin type

Brew 1-2 cups of very strong herbal tea. Strain and add it to your running bathwater. Then, take the remaining brewed herbs and place them in the middle of a washcloth. Gather the washcloth together at the top and tie tightly with a string or a hair tie. Leave it in the bath as you soak, and then scrub well with it before getting out of the tub. Add a bit of oil as well, sesame, almond, your choice. Soaking in this bath, close your eyes and concentrate on your heart. Breathe deeply. After a second or two of this, exhale through the nose. Do this ten times in succession. Then lay back, relax and enjoy. When you are through, you will be ready to hug away!

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