Stress , can put our body into a state of imbalance which prevents it from functioning as it should .
Occasional and manageable stress and anxiety are nothing to worry about . However , long-term chronic stress and anxiety , such as chronic unpredictable stress , can have a negative impact on our physical , emotional , mental health and wellbeing . Problems occur when we do not release these tensions regularly .
Reflexology is a natural , non-invasive therapy mapping the whole body onto reflexes in another part of the body . Through the application of pressure on these reflexes , reflexology can be used to release stress , restore and maintain the body ’ s natural balance , and facilitate healing . If you are experiencing physical , mental , or emotional symptoms of stress such as , brain fog , muscle tension , panic attacks , digestive issues , or lack of quality sleep , reflexology can help reset and rebuild your body from the inside out without the use of drugs . - Laura Marrast , Reflexology Association of Canada , www . reflexologycanada . org
The delicate , exotic and graceful phalaenopsis orchids represent love , luxury , beauty and strength . The simplicity of their form , and elegance of their blooms make them perfect additions to any home .
Phalaenopsis are not as hard to grow as many of us thought they would be . With the proper light , air and water condition ( which are all easy to manage at home ), you will be rewarded with their long lasting beauty . These orchid plants can bloom every year , and each blooming season will last 2-4 months . They are actually lower maintenance compared to many house plants . - Erin Waite , Itinerante Flowers , www . itineranteflowers . ca
WHAT SHOULD I CONSIDER BEFORE BUYING MY FIRST HAIR CLIPPER ?
CORD VS . CORDLESS Go for the cordless model as it enables much needed freedom and maneuverability . With advances in battery tech , a battery clipper can give good power and last between 90 to 120 min .
LIGHT WEIGHT VS . HEAVY DUTY Your hairdresser ’ s clipper is likely heavier than you need , as it ’ s designed for heavy-duty cutting all day . Lighter models may have less power , but it makes a considerable difference in your ability to handle the device and is worth the trade-off .
COMB ATTACHMENTS VS . CHANGEABLE BLADES One of the favorites of the pros is the Oster Classic 76 . However as opposed to coming with various depth comb guides to attach on , this advanced device comes with a couple metal blades that are interchanged for different lengths . To cover a variety of lengths you need to buy more metal blades , which can be pricey . Often , as a non-pro to get started , it ’ s more practical to get a set of eight to twelve good plastic comb guides .
THE TAPER LEVER : FLOATING VS . CLICKING The taper lever on a clipper allows you to change the closeness of your cut between guide comb lengths . Some levers click and are set at distinct points , others are “ floating ” and glide continuously . As a newbie to cutting with a clipper , a clickable lever might be best , as , if you ’ re not experienced the floating versions can slide on you during the process . - Abbas Khatamian , BeautyWellness . ca , www . beautywellness . ca