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Hello!

Hope everyone had a great week and you gave yourself some you time. :-)

A number of people have asked me how they can follow me on this blog.

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Thought for the day: “One small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.”

Sharon x

Ever wondered why are massages are so good for you?

It’s funny how we all see getting a massage as a luxury. Well I guess it is, but what about the health benefits for us? And how good do we feel afterwards? We think nothing of buying those shoes or maybe some hair products, which, mind you, I have an entire bathroom draw of! I always get sucked into how to control the frizz…anyway, side-track.

There are some real health benefits in having a massage. When our muscles are overly tensed, circulation is reduced throughout the body. This reduction blocks the absorption of oxygen and nutrients into our body, making us feel sluggish and tensed!

Regular massage, on the other hand, loosens up the muscles, releases tension and anxiety, increases circulation, and brings oxygen and nutrients back to the area of tension.

Massage may also release stored toxins, which might explain the sense of wellbeing you feel after a massage. Having regular massages could be just what you need: some you time, doing something nice for your temple, your body!! Let’s face it: I’m sure all of us could manage our daily stresses and life’s challenges if we just took some more time out for us!

I’ve said it before: it seems when we do have that little bit of extra time in our lives we end up giving it to somebody else, not ourselves. There’s nothing wrong with giving yourself to others, and it’s important that you do; it’s a good feeling. But sometimes you need time out to fill up your cup so you can be a better mother, wife, friend, or employee.

I know I can over-commit to social functions or work. Life is constantly going; one day just rolls into the next. BUT you have to listen to your body and have a moment to yourself to recharge your batteries! (Mind you that’s not always easy.) Having a massage can help you relax and truly release your tightness in your neck and give you a sense of wellbeing.

I have the great pleasure of seeing the difference in both women & men when they’ve walked out after they've just had a massage. By owning my own day spa (www.aquavitspa.com.au), I see them walk in all flustered, speaking quickly, busting to use the toilet, true! And then after their massage, they walk out like a new person: calm, relaxed, centred.

Don’t underestimate the health benefits a massage can bring to you. Read our reviews and see what our clients say about us!

Sharon x

Healthy Recipes

How did it go for you last week??

Did you make two small changes in your life? I would love to hear about them! So leave a comment below about what you’ve done, your achievement, or any challenges you faced. Together, we can help inspire and motivate each other!

One change people often want to make in their lives involves healthier eating! But sometimes its not always easy planning & preparing meals in advance. Hence, it can be very easy to grab the wrong foods!

We are very lucky these days with all the healthy food options we have, and there are tons of resources on the Internet to help. So, this week I wanted to share with you one of my favourite recipes from the healthy chef, Teresa Cutter!

Teresa Cutter is an AMAZING healthy chef. One of my dear friends Lesley Marchioro put me onto her and if I'm looking for a healthy recipe I often turn to Teresa. She has Gluten free & Paleo recipes as well.

Ready for that amazing recipe? Take a look at this!

Egg white Zucchini Frittata!

http://www.thehealthychef.com/2012/06/egg-white-greens-frittata/

This recipe is easy to make and great for a healthy meal option. When I make this recipe, I pour the mixture into muffin trays, making it so simple to grab for lunch, to have with a salad, or just to eat as a healthy snack!

If you try this recipe this week, let me know how it goes and how you like it! Also, feel free to share your favourite recipes and healthy food websites in the comments below! I can’t wait to hear what you all do to enjoy healthy eating.

Bon appetite!

Sharon x

Small Changes

Ok…so how did last week look for you??

In my last blog, I talked about getting a better balance in life with work, exercise, healthy eating and getting back into some kind of routine. I’m posting my second blog so this is good start!

I also decided, if getting to the gym were too difficult, I’d set my alarm earlier and get up and go for a run. The alarms goes off at 6:00 am, and trust me, I'd rather stay in bed! But my goal was to at least do some kind of exercise each day with no excuses!

There’s something about the mornings; it truly is such an amazing part of the day. What I like is that it’s a new day. I get to choose my mood. I say to myself, “I choose to be in a good mood today” and it really works. :-) I see it as my time and I get to think about the day ahead and how I’m feeling. I take some deep breaths and feel lucky I’m healthy and alive! So many of us really do sweat the small stuff and put more worry on ourselves than we need to.

Every one of us has their own little story of what might be happening in their lives or what has happened in our lives. Some of us share our story with friends or our partner, and some of us just keep it to ourselves, trying to figure out what we truly want and why we feel the way we do.

Spending time on your own and taking some you time can be really therapeutic. Give yourself some time just to be you and ask yourself what's really important to you and how do I want to feel?

I do this often and put my thoughts into the universe. And trust me, some things have come back to me. My Nana (whom I adore) always told me, “If you don't believe you won't receive”. Such wise words from a woman who is now 94 and was married for 68 years!

On that note, I truly hope you are having a great week and have made your own small changes. Good for you if you have!

Here’s my challenge to you for this week: think of two things you'd like to change, big or small. These changes could be about yourself, the way you treat others, exercising, meal planning, or just your general outlook on life! You are in control. Don’t let others crush your dreams or get in the way of what's important to you.

Sharon x