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6 Ways To Relax In 2017

As proven by yours truly

Taylor Reimann

Jan 03, 2017

Cumming, Georgia

Taylor Reimann

1. Bath Bombs

One of my most favorite ways to relax: the wonderful fad that is the bath bomb. A fizzy spa experience wrapped up in one tiny ball will never disappoint. The lotions and oils and fragrances released into the bath water will soothe, heal and rejuvenate in one of the purest and most natural forms.

2. Essential Oils + Diffuser

One of the most beneficial ways to relax: the underrated miraculous power of essential oils. There is no better feeling then falling asleep to the soothing scent of lavender or working out to the cooling power of peppermint. Essential oils benefit physical and mental health tremendously, and although they can be on the more expensive side, these products are definitely worth the extra dollar.

3. A Wave Lamp

One of the most beautiful ways to relax: the virtually unheard of wave lamp. This is a lamp that has a moving LED light inside a wavy blue lid that projects the image of ocean waves on the ceiling. The soft movement and relaxing color is perfect for falling asleep or relaxing before bed.

4. Art!!!!

One of the most fun ways to relax: creativity! Painting, sketching, splattering, you name it. Some cheap, simple and easy ideas include glitter, felt, glue, stickers, scrapbooking, valentine-making, anything you feel like. Even if you may feel like you aren't very "creative", everyone has creativity in some form or fashion. Finding the right creative outlet for yourself is a good goal to have for relaxing in 2017.

5. Glitter Jars

One of the most sparkly ways to relax: the unique entrancement of glitter. Very simple and easy to make, these jars are filled with water, glue and glitter to create somewhat of a snow globe of glitter. The user can shake the jar then watch the colored glitter swirl and eventually settle in the bottom of the jar, creating a simple and easy way to de-stress.

6. Sunlight

One of the simplest ways to relax: some good ole' vitamin D. It is scientifically proven that being in sunlight and nature increases mood and mental health. Whether it's sitting outside reading a book or bird watching, being outdoors is a perfect, old-fashioned form of relaxation.

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

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