Week Four
The first three weeks of this plan are based on setting the groundwork for strong emotional well-being. If you still feel like you need help, try these additional strategies:
1. Herbal Remedies
- Ashwagandha: Also known as Indian ginseng, this herbal remedy has anti-anxiety and mood-elevating properties. Ashwagandha is very safe and can be used long-term. If your depression is associated with anxiety, this is a good complementary remedy to try.
- B. SAMe (S-adenosylmethionine) This supplement has the advantage of working within 24-48 hours and is quite safe. However, it can be somewhat stimulating and should not be used by people with bipolar disorder, nor should it be taken too close to bedtime. Use only the butanedisulfonate form in enteric-coated tablets, or in capsules. Try 400-1600mg a day on an empty stomach.
- Rhodiola: Also called arctic root, this herb promotes focus and concentration and has mood-elevating effects.
2. Acupuncture
Studies show that acupuncture can be a useful treatment for mild to moderate depression. Find an acupuncture practitioner who is familiar with using it for this purpose.
3. Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage helps reduce levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, which promotes both happiness and relaxation.
4. Adjust Your Posture
Your posture can directly affect your mood. To adjust your posture, try this simple deep breathing technique: Stand and extend your arms with your left palm up and your right palm down. As you take a deep breath, slowly raise your arms until your hands touch over your head. Then breathe out. Repeat twice.
Now, aren’t you glad I reposted this? I found many of these not only interesting but helpful too.
all my best,
Karen Cameron
www.IndependAid.com & www.Memoir-Maker.com
