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A New Year's Note from Patti:
The past few months have been stressful enough without putting the additional self-imposed New Years Resolutions in place.
Sheesh - how many times have we done it: Lose weight, work out, be better organized . . . time limits, goals, expectations, pressure! I'm a big believer in setting goals and don't think you can go far without some sort of plan . . .but as time goes by and I gain more maturity, I better understand the need for a break and a reward.
Resolutions can be good - but make them reasonable and balance them with a little kindness and consideration for yourself. We work hard and we MUST take care of ourselves first or we won't be any good to anyone. When I'm feeling especially stressed or just plain worn down, the absolute best thing I can do is go in for a facial or massage. Really. The time spent in the quiet room, the focus just on me with no interruptions, caring hands performing their magic on ME - my mind can rest, and my body recharges. I emerge fully relaxed and refreshed - and in a much better mental state to take on any challenges. And, no doubt, there will be some.
Whether I plan a visit for just myself, or plan to meet a few friends and visit with them before or after our appointments, the end result is wonderful. So what is my New Year Resolution? To better recognize and appreciate my limits and take a break and reward myself as often as possible.
- Patti Rice is the Owner and Spa Director at The Spa ~ Los Gatos. She is also a happy and frequent client.
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DNA Special this Month!
Purchase any 2 DNA products and get a FREE DNA body lotion!
Choose between a DNA Cinnamon Clove Lotion or a DNA PhytoLipid Body Lotion,
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Offer good through January 2009 or while supplies last.
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WHY SPA? Stress relief is very important!
In our world of non-stop communication, increasing career and family demands, economic uncertainty and escalating demands for time, finding ways to balance our "life load" can be challenging. It's no wonder the rates of disease and illness are at all time highs. According to the American Medical Association, stress is a factor in more than 75 percent of illnesses today.
Making sure you take time out to revitalize and take care of yourself is important and should be a priority in every persons life. How you do that is up to you. Spa is just one good way.
We are dedicated to creating a spa atmosphere where both mind and body can relax. This is part of why we ask you to come early before your appointment and spend some time in our library to decompress even before your treatment begins. It is also why we offer complimentary aromatherapy steam showers after massage appointments, give you soft, luxurious robes to wear and free amenities to help with relaxation and comfort. We enjoy a large space for our spa and have thought a lot about how to use that space to make sure once you pass through our spa doors you feel transported to a different place. One where you are not crowded or hurried. One that is about you.
You need quiet time to let stress leave your body, and a place to do it. Find your quiet place in your world, or visit ours. And remember, take a few deep breaths, relax and be healthy in 2009!
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Make-Up Special
50% OFF ALL GLO MINERALS MAKE-UP.
(While supplies last.)
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AT HOME WITH HERBAL-EASE
by TARA Moist-heat Therapy for Stress Relief
These wonderful products are well-made, easy to use and provide relief from stress and tension throughout the body.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- 100% Natural Aromatherapy Herbs: cinnamon, clove, allspice and orange
- Eco choices: earth-friendly packaging and materials
- Microwavable (except eye pillows) for moist, heat therapy or put in freezer for cold therapy
- Professional line made with durable fleece and cordura fabrics with high quality stitching
HOW TO USE THEM
The beauty of these products is that they can be used often and most everywhere. Keep one at the office. It takes only two minutes in the microwave and then slip the neck pillow on, walk back to your desk and enjoy the warm relaxing heat on your neck and shoulders while the aromatherapy relaxes your mind, better enabling you to tackle those emails or projects.
At home, first apply your favorite and most moisturizing lotion to hands and feet and then place the hand or foot booties on while you relax in front of the TV or while you read a good book. The heat will promote circulation while the moist warmth will allow the lotion to deeply penetrate skin leaving it silky smooth.
The eye pillow can be used just before bed as a wonderful way to wind down, but why not use it for a quick 5-minute meditation break during the day? It doesn't take as long as people think to relax, and quiet and convenient relaxation habits built into your daily routine can have a profound effect on stress! If you need to, set the timer for five minutes, grab your eye pillow and lay down. Take five deep, full breaths, exhaling fully and you're on your way to a more balanced you!
Do you have a wonderful way to work relaxation into your day?
Email us so we can share your thoughts and ideas! info@thespalosgatos.com
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