Oh My Heartsie Girl

December 12, 2017October 7, 2020

The Right Respite

The Right Respite

Ideally, we should spend one-third of the day working, one-third resting or engaging in other activities, and one-third sleeping–but how many of us are actually that balanced? Every now and again, it’s important to recharge and take a bit of a respite. Sometimes, it can even be imperative for our health. Let’s take a look at a few ways we can make sure we get the space for rejuvenation that we need.

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Self-care

Self-care is essential, both in small doses and large. When we are in our best shape, both mentally and physically, we can do our best work and do a better job taking care of others.

There are plenty of ways to sneak self-care in every day. One important self-care step is sleep. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute recommends making enough time to sleep, but sleep is often the first thing to go when we get stressed. If you can, make time to get enough sleep each night. You should also protect your mental wellbeing. Daily activities such as meditation (or prayer), volunteering, and reading meaningful works will help give your heart and soul a sense of peace and perspective–a trust in the larger scheme of things. You might keep a journal of positive thoughts or a list of self-affirmations that you read every day to promote self-respect and a positive outlook on life. Journaling or meditation can take as little as five to ten minutes a day, but they create big effects.

Sometimes, self-care needs to upgrade to a vacation or getaway. Studies show that taking time off actually improves productivity, so don’t be afraid to use those vacation days. You might do something as simple as a staycation in which you book a room at a local luxury hotel, or you might rent out a resort house and get out of town. Allow yourself to be pampered and focus on things other than the stressors of your daily life. You might also take a weekend at a fun casino you don’t even have to gamble! Plenty of casinos offer lodging, restaurants, and live entertainment, making them an all-in-one venue for a short stay. While some people prefer relaxing vacations, others may need to have a bit of an adventure. Why not take a trip to a new city, or go hiking or camping for a few days? A little activity and a change of scenery may be exactly what you need to reinvigorate yourself.

Serious care

Sometimes we need respite and recovery on a literally life-or-death level. Be on the lookout for signs that you or a loved one may need professional looking-after. If you or someone in your family has recently undergone serious surgery, it may be worth spending time at a nursing and rehabilitation center. These facilities help transition people in recovery back into everyday life, so that they don’t get a shock when they go back to their daily routines. These services also emphasize the importance of caregiver respite, and they frequently offer short-term care so that the caregiver can have a few days off. If a loved one needs to go into hospice care, choose a facility that will ensure that his or her last days are the ultimate respite, with pain and symptom management, comfortable facilities, and a welcome space for family and friends to gather.

December 4, 2017September 9, 2020

Health Management at Home

Living Your Best Life:

If you or a loved one is homebound due to a medical condition, you’ll be happy to discover how easy it is to thrive at home. As we gracefully age and deal with medical issues, it’s very important to balance mental and physical health. Independence is absolutely crucial for anyone’s mental health, and, with efficient home care, it’s more affordable than ever before. Whether you’re seeking to simply upgrade medical equipment or remodel for better accessibility, relief is available. Hygiene and health are the keys to a healthy, empowered life.

If you’ve struggled with sleep apnea or snoring then you’ll understand the desire to alleviate this annoying problem. Without proper rest, your entire spectrum of health can suffer. While CPAP machines solve sleep issues, the amount of effort needed to maintain the equipment to proper standards can be daunting. If not properly sanitized, these machines become a breeding ground for germs and bacteria. Nobody wants to have their life interrupted by a preventable sickness. Simply sanitizing your machine with a chemical cleaner is not enough; even the tiniest amount of contamination is enough to bring on a nasty illness! Ready for an easier solution? Consider upgrading to a high tech CPAP machine. CPAP-Equipment

Are you familiar with the cleaning power of activated oxygen? Far more powerful than soap and water alone, oxygen cleans deep within the equipment. CPAP machines have tiny crevices that normal cleaning methods cannot fully disinfect. The technology of the machine takes the annoying hard work out of sanitation. Simply let the machine do the cleaning for you. You can rest easy knowing that peaceful sleep comes from clean equipment!

By far, one of the greatest challenges of ageing is independence in the bathroom. Showers and tubs with high steps are a hazard and simply difficult to enter. If you or your loved one is reaching their golden years, consider installing an American Standard walk-in tub. Walk-in tubs provide safety, comfort, and easy bathing. Why not make your daily bath more exciting? With a leak-proof door and massaging jets, a walk-in tub is a small dose of daily luxury. If mobility is an issue, a walk-in tub is an absolute necessity. With outward opening doors, transferring from a wheelchair to the bath is a breeze. Temperature and pressure touch controls replace sometimes difficult to operate knobs and dials on other tubs. Quick draining and easy to keep clean, walk in tubs are a perfect upgrade for your home. The-ease-of-Walkin-Tubs-in-your-home

The joy of life only increases as we grow older. While health problems are a reality and can be somewhat frightening, a few technological upgrades make life far more enjoyable. Don’t settle for a dirty CPAP sleep mask. It is imperative to keep these machines sterile and in working order. Healthful living doesn’t need to be a struggle. Have a look at upgrading to a walk in tub for more independence. When you’re ageing with grace and freedom, you’ll be glad you did for many years to come.
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December 2, 2017September 2, 2020

Professionals Every Homeowner Should Have Listed in Their Contacts

Owning a home comes with a lot of responsibility. Not only must a homeowner be able to handle their financial obligations by making timely mortgage/insurance/property tax payments, they must also maintain the property. As with anything, wear and tear give way to the need for maintenance and repairs around the house. Though you may be able to tackle some things on your own, there are certain tasks that require the help of an expert, I know I would not want to take on projects without the help of professionals, thats why they are professional and have contracting licenses to serve the public. Professionals-Every-Homeowner-Should-Have-Listed-in-Their-Contacts.

Electrician

One of the most utilized systems in the home is the electrical system. You use energy to power appliances and other devices used around the home. Over time, the system can become damaged requiring repairs, or even an upgrade. Electricians complete services that might include an energy audit, electrical upgrade, exterior and interior lighting, and more. As working with electricity on your own can prove very difficult, it is ideal to have a local electrician you can call on.

Landscaper

Many homeowners lack the time and/or skill necessary to maintain their lawns. As such, they rely on landscapers to keep their front and back lawn maintained. Landscapers are also great professionals to have on call for tasks that include landscaping architecture or design, hardscape and lighting installation, irrigation maintenance, pruning, gardening, and tree care.

Pest Control

No one likes the sight of pests in the home. Whether you are dealing with mice, cockroaches, or spiders, trying to rid your home of pests on your own can be time-consuming and costly. Location-based pest control companies, however, are skilled in ridding properties of common area pests. So, if you lived in Virginia, for instance, you would want to have a company who offers in pest control services in Virginia to get the best help. Utilizing safe processes, pest control experts properly get rid of unwanted guests, while also providing you with insight on how to keep them out.

HVAC Contractor

Every homeowner wants to have heat in the winter and cool air in the summer. With the continued use of both the heating and air conditioning systems in the home, your’ll need to have them serviced to ensure they continue to run efficiently. An HVAC contractor is your one-stop shop for all your heating and cooling needs. They offer residential maintenance contracts, which can include preventative maintenance, repair, and new installations.

Roofer

One of the most neglected, yet most important parts of the home is the roof. Your roof is what keeps your property intact. It is imperative that you have a local roofer in mind to help maintain and repair your roof when necessary. This can include installing, cleaning, or repairing the gutter system, as well as repairing damaged roof parts.

Plumber

From the ability to take a nice warm shower to being able to wash the dishes, the plumbing system is very important to a household. Though some online plumbing hacks can help you do things like unclogging a toilet or a sink, when bigger issues arise such as a broken pipe or septic tank backup, you’ll need to contact a plumber to help rectify the matter. Plumbers are also good to have on hand should you decide to do renovations in the bathroom that require an expert.

Each of the above-mentioned experts is skilled, trained, and certified to carry out major home maintenance and repairs. If you don’t already, now is a good time to begin researching your area for the best location-based contractors or companies for various maintenance and repair tasks. Though you may not need their services now, having their contact information, makes getting the help you need a lot easier.

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November 30, 2017September 7, 2020

Occasions for Dancing

Experiencing-dancing If you want to scare people, mention one of three things: death, public speaking, and dancing. If you mention all of them at once, you’ve got the plot to a horror movie. People are scared of dying for obvious reasons. Public speaking is hard because many of us fear big crowds. Dancing, however, is another matter. Our fear of it may go back to a fear of being judged as lacking somehow. It’s one thing to feel clumsy and uncoordinated in everyday life, but dancing can take those fears to an entirely new level. That’s why so many people do everything they can to avoid getting into a situation that requires dancing. It’s still going to come up sometimes, though, and when it does, you don’t have to bust out a perfect waltz. But a situation where a bit of dancing is expected isn’t something that should make you run away screaming either.

Weddings

Do you have to dance at a wedding? No, you don’t. That’s true even if it’s your own wedding. Some couples really want to have a moment together on the dance floor, but it’s not compulsory. No jurisdiction will make your marriage license contingent on dancing, just like no jurisdiction will require you to walk down the aisle with your father or wear a veil. If a first dance as husband and wife doesn’t feel like something that makes sense for you as a couple, then skip it. But don’t skip it just because you’re scared of dancing. Think about your first wedding anniversary, and then think about your twentieth wedding anniversary. If not having a first dance is going to be something you’ll regret, then it’s time to tackle your fears head-on by signing up for wedding dance lessons. Look around your city and you’ll find dance studios that have packages designed just for people who are about to get married. They’ll be able to work with whatever skill level you have. Don’t feel like you’re going on one of those TV dance shows, because there are no judges here, only trained professionals who want to do everything possible to make your first dance memorable for all the right reasons. Start a few months before the big day to give yourself plenty of time. Don’t be too hard on yourself, and don’t be too hard on your fiancé. There’s so much that’s stressful about planning a wedding, so try to have fun with the dance lessons. If nothing else, consider it a bonding experience for you and your sweetheart.

Parties and nightclubs

The kind of dancing you’ll see at a club on a Friday night is quite different from the kind you’ll see at a black-tie wedding, but it can be stressful partly because it’s so much less formal. Are you supposed to just kind of stand there and sway? One of the best things you can is to bring friends and dance together. That’s especially useful for women who don’t want to be hit on by strange men. Be confident and don’t apologize for how you look. Find a venue that makes you feel comfortable. Some people look for a certain kind of lighting that flatters, while others prefer a specific style of music. If you are trying to attract someone’s attention, then know that few things are sexier than confidence. Knowing the latest dance moves isn’t nearly as important as getting out there and just having a blast while you work up a sweat.