Tips for Busy Women

Here are some tips for all the busy ladies out there:

1. The first and most important tip is without any doubt to honour yourself by taking charge of your health. Your body is like a machine and needs to be maintained properly in mind, body and spirit. Eating poorly will make you feel sluggish, tired and have no energy. Eating the right way will give you vitality and a feeling of wellness.

2. Getting interested in low-fat cooking and being smart about what you put into that gorgeous mouth of yours is a good start. Ask yourself the next time you eat; will this food nurture or hinder my energy levels?

3. My next tip is to exercise at least 4 times a week. Exercising gives a better quality of life now and as you age and is a great stress reliever. If you’re saying that you don't have time for exercise, well I would ask can you afford not to make time for exercise? When you're healthy and fit life seems so much easier and you also set a good example for your children. Try a different approach - the same way you schedule in appointments for your family, sports lessons and fun activities for your children...  make sure to schedule in set times and activities for yourself for fitness (walking, jogging, gym sessions, a dance class, swimming... whatever you prefer). The more active you are the more energy (and less tired) you will feel in the long run.

4. You must prioritise yourself and be number 1 because if you aren't looking after yourself properly how can you look after others? If you often feel resentment then this could be why; you are giving to everyone but yourself. By taking time for yourself and your health doesn’t mean that you’re selfish but really that you are being smart as you will be no good to yourself or others if you have no energy and are continually feeling unwell.

5. My final tip is to learn the word 'NO' and use it often. Women are meant to be the nurturers, but this doesn't mean we are slaves so learn to delegate and make everyone no matter what their age responsible for jobs around the house. Sharing household chores means you will have more time to exercise and cook healthy meals and more importantly you may even find some extra time for yourself.

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