Author(s): Pamela Allardice

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'Life can be chaotic and stressful, difficult and frustrating - but it can also be calm, delightful, tranquil and joyous. Take a tip out of Slow Up to relax, rejuvenate, and inspire yourself. And if it doesn't work, there are 198 more . . . ' Mobile phones, TV news, spam, a blocked toilet, the cat sicking up a hairball on your bed . . . these are just a few stressful things you can be bombarded with - sometimes all at once! You can't change people or situations, but you can change the way you react to them. To help you find calm amidst the chaos, here are 199 ways to release tension, let go of everyday worries, and nourish your body, mind, spirit, and intellect. Take mini-breaks with easy, effective meditations. Energise with yoga and relax with stretching exercises. Learn to listen to your inner rhythms. Be more creative. Enjoy simple, delicious food. Make your home a stress-free haven. Take charge of your workday. All these simple solutions can make a big difference to how you feel. Life can be stressful, difficult and frustrating - but it can also be delightful, tranquil, and joyous. Take a tip from Slow Up - you'll feel more relaxed, look better and live a longer, happier life. First published April 2006. About the Author : Pamela Allardice leads a very busy life - while attempting to remain calm. She is the author of over 30 books, including The Body Bible, Pamela's Natural Remedies, Feel Good and Make Time and now Slow Up. She is the editor of Australia's leading magazine of natural health care and alternative medicine, Nature & Health. She also writes the Australian Women's Weekly 'Do It Now' column, writes a monthly 'Ask Pamela' Q&A segment for the AWW's website, is the Readers Digest Books Alternative Medicine Editorial Consultant, and has been a regular contributor to radio and TV programs, including four on Foxtel's The Lifestyle Channel. She is also a mum to two growing boys.