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With the anti-aging industry raking billions every year, powerful manufacturing companies dominating the global beauty products market, and celebrities on the cover of magazines looking slimmer, more beautiful and younger and younger, one wonders… are expensive creams, cosmetic surgery and other extreme beauty procedures the only way to win the race against time?
With my thirty fifth birthday just gone, friends and clients are often shocked when I say I have never used any anti aging products, or even had a facial! When I get asked what I do to defy the aging process and my answer tends to surprise people too.
The things I do to ensure I stay young inside and out has nothing to do with defiance and everything to do with health. These are my tips on how you can look and feel young naturally, and without breaking the bank or resorting to torturous methods:
1/ ELIMINATE NEGATIVE SELF-TALK: Self-talk has been shown in research by medical and communication professionals to affect health states. Every time you send a negative thought through your mind you get to feel bad. Every time you feel bad toxic chemicals are released in your brain and travel throughout your body.
This causes bad health. And bad health causes premature aging. So, if you want to live longer, feel healthier and look younger, it’s a good idea to shut down those crappy thoughts and start to feed your mind more useful thoughts that make you feel better more of the time. This is where Richard Bandler’s (creator of NLP) famous mantra comes in handy. Just tell yourself to shut the heck up!
2/ MINIMISE STRESS: Dr. Elissa Epel headed a stress study, at the University of California, San Francisco about 5 years ago. For the first time, research shows that stress speeds the aging process by harming DNA.
Did you ever know someone under so much stress they aged right before your eyes? It seems to happen to presidents after a term or two, and maybe you’ve noticed something similar in your own mirror.
But there’s a silver lining: We can offset the impact of stress. As Brian Colbert, author of The Happiness Habit, says, if you are going to worry, worry constructively.
Start by asking yourself more useful questions such as: what is the most useful thing to do right now? What do I want to happen now? What has to happen for that to happen? What can I do right now to start to feel better and more relaxed? Useful questions lead to useful answers.
3/ FALL IN LOVE: True health starts with acceptance and love for oneself. If you are not happy with yourself or your life right now, it’s important that you appreciate the bits you do like, identify the bits you want to improve on, and do something about it.
As Owen Fitzpatrick, author of Not Enough Hours, says: you are not what you do, you are everything you can become at your very best.
So, it’s useful to always keep improving yourself so that you can love yourself more and become the person you want to be. If you are lucky enough to feel connected to other people, feel respected and valued by other people, and have a sense of belonging, then you may have more than a lot of people in the world. So, one of the keys to staying young is to appreciate and love yourself and life!
4/ LAUGH YOUR WRINKLES AWAY: I’ve heard some celebrities avoid smiling in an attempt to keep wrinkles at bay. In fact, there is evidence to the opposite being true!
Laughter boosts your immune system, decreases pain, relaxes your muscles, and prevents heart disease. A good, hearty laugh relieves physical tension and stress, adds joy and zest to life, eases anxiety and fear, improves mood and enhances resilience. Laughter strengthens relationships, and also makes us more attractive to others!
My tips for a younger more beautiful looking you: watch a funny movie or TV show, go to a comedy club, hang out with funny people, share a good joke or a funny story, host game night with friends, take a laughter yoga class, do something silly for no reason!
5/ LIFT WEIGHTS: I remember watching a program where Oprah went looking for the oldest people in the world in an attempt to discover the secrets to their longevity and good health. From America to Europe to Asia, all of them shared a common denominator: they all stayed extremely active. I clearly remember this centenarian American woman saying she lifted weights every day. And they were not 2lb dumbbells!
Weight training enhances bone and muscle strength, tones up your body and speeds up your metabolism. It also improves balance and co-ordination, burns a whole lot of calories, and it’s been proven to boost your self confidence! All essential ingredients for a young and vibrant body and mind.
6/ EAT WHAT YOU ARE GENETICALLY PROGRAMMED TO EAT: I’ve been lucky to meet Phil Richards, world renowned nutritionist, who works with top Olympic athletes and well known celebrities. I’ve attended his health seminars, had my blood examined by him and picked his brains to no end. It seems that the reason why we are getting older faster is because we are not eating the foods we are genetically programmed to eat.
Apparently, since the caveman era, even though we have technologically evolved to amazing lengths, our digestive system has only evolved about 1%! Phil advices we stick to a diet of clean water, vegetables, nuts, berries, seeds, and protein in the form of good quality eggs, fish and lean meats. Keep it fresh, seasonal and unprocessed, and eat most of your food raw.
7/ QUIT LAYERING CHEMICALS ON YOUR SKIN: Have you ever examined the ingredients list on your regular skin care products? Most of the skin care products that you buy contain harmful chemicals.
These chemicals not only harm your skin, they can also have very bad impact on your health. Most of the ingredients used in skin care products are petroleum by-products and also explosive solvents, carcinogens that can affect your long-term health. They are mainly used by many cosmetic industries because they are cheap and can be easily stored in shelves for many days.
Stay young by avoiding chemicals such as: mineral oil, sodium lauryl sulphate, paraben preservatives, talc, lanolin, artificial fragrances, polyethylene glycol, phenol. Stick to natural face and body products that are made with few ingredients that you can pronounce and understand.
Follow these tips and notice how much more revitalised you feel as you free your beautiful and youthful self!
Anna Aparicio is Ireland’s top female IINLP/Hypnosis Coach. She uses Neuro-linguistic Programming, Hypnosis and other psychology tools to develop profound and lasting changes in your life. As a former fitness trainer and nutrition expert, she specialises in: weight loss, fitness goals achievement, eliminating cravings and overeating, anti-aging, and boosting confidence and motivation. Anna regularly features on top Irish lifestyle magazines, radio and TV.
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Some women retain that youthful glow even when they gone past the age of 40. Amazingly, many of them haven’t gone to expensive plastic surgeons. It’s natural beauty for them. While you can’t run away from Father Time, you can stave off aging as long as possible with the following strategies:
Never let the years get to you. Sure you have problems, and of course, you’ve also had your fair share of trials. Nonetheless, you also have some things you can be thankful for. Instead of just looking at the bad that you got, keep a diary of the things you can be thankful for each day.
Attend classes that make you sweat. This is a good way to exercise and release your anxiety. Aside from that, you keep your body fit, your bones flexible, and your muscles strong.
Wash your face every morning and every night. Before you go out of your house, apply moisturizer and sunscreen. That way, you keep moisture in and protect yourself from the sun’s harmful rays.
Drink water. Never forget that water is the best way to keep your skin hydrated and to flush out harmful toxins that may be found inside your body.
Spend time with children. There’s no better way to feel young than to bond with your kids. Their innocent remarks and unguarded ways are refreshing. Plus, they do have ways that make laugh, and everyone knows that happiness is the main ingredient to staying young.
Wear only minimal makeup when you don’t have anywhere special to go. Plus, choose the products that fit your skin. Before you buy anything, test a portion of it on a small patch on your hand. If there are no reactions, then the product is safe to use. Also never skimp on basic skin needs. Rather, get only the basics and don’t always buy into those commercials that tell you that you need more of everything.
Take a break when you haven’t had enough rest. Your skin repairs itself efficiently when your body is at rest. Poor health can get you looking haggard, and that’s the last thing you want.
Reward yourself for a job well done. Life is more worthwhile when you know you’re working for something. When you complete a project, treat yourself out and allow others to pamper you.
Read inspiring books. You’re just human, and sometimes, you can lose hope especially when problems come one after the other. To remind yourself that things can always get better, read inspirational stories of actual people who surpassed all the hurdles and have become successful. This way, you know that happiness and success can actually happen if you just don’t stop trying.
Always see the glass as half full. A positive outlook always helps. If things become too sour, look for ways to make the situation better for you. Rather than sulking, be proactive. Your chances of overcoming a problem are much better when you do something. Ask for advice if you must, but know that as long as you have the energy to get up each day, there is also a way out for you.
Angela Ryan is an aesthetic beautician in Beverly Hills with 20 years in the beauty industry, she has worked for one BeverlyHills cosmetic surgeon for ten years and consults daily with men and women considering face lifts and other procedures.
Secrets To Looking And Feeling Young
Posted on: June 3, 2011
Don’t lose sleep over your age and about getting older. Age is nothing but a bunch of numbers added together, while getting old is just all in the mind. The only reason why you need to remember your age is when you need to fill up government or medical forms. Otherwise, you can forget about it and live a happy and active life.
Here are some secrets to looking and feeling younger and happier:
Always Be Positive
People who have a positive disposition in life are usually the happy ones because they are not easily stressed or depressed by small problems and obstacles in life. Furthermore, optimism brings vitality and zest. On the other hand, people who are negative, nihilistic or fatalistic do not have the will to succeed and aspire for happiness. Lastly, individuals who are positive thinkers are often charismatic and have magnetic personalities so they end up having many friends and companions.
Sleep Well
Lack of sleep can give you puffy eyes and dark circles that make you look haggard, tired and way older than your real age. Furthermore, sleep deprivation can make you feel sluggish, confused and sometimes even forgetful.
In order for your mind and body to function properly throughout the day, you need to sleep at least eight hours every night. Your body restores and repairs itself during sleep, while your mind processes and organizes your memory.
Add Color To Your Diet
Leafy greens, orange produce, red fruits and other colorful vegetables and fruits are all necessary to keep your body healthy, your mind active, and your skin beautiful. All the vitamins and minerals that your body needs to perform at its peak can be found in most vegetables and fruits that are available in the market. Many women have noticed that eating such health-giving foods brings a rosy glow in the cheeks and helps clear skin from pimples and other blemishes.
Be Fashion Savvy
You don’t have to wear designer brand or ultra-expensive clothes to be a fashion diva. All you need to do is to update your wardrobe with new accessories and few pieces that will help make your fashion up to date. A lot of maturing women in the US are fond of sticking to the 80s or 70s look, which is just another way of revealing their real age. However, you should also not overdo your fashion change and start wearing teen fashion. Dress appropriately so that you will not be judged as someone who is desperate in looking young.
Rest And Relax
It is perfectly all right to splurge a little for a massage, a body scrub or a visit to a spa or derma clinic. You deserve a break once in a while to help calm your mind and cope with stressful work at home and at the office. Furthermore, a little pampering can make you feel good about yourself, which is crucial in helping you feel and look forever young.
Lock In The Moisture
As a person gets older, his or her skin starts to dry up and wrinkle. One remedy to this problem is to moisturize. You should drink plenty of water, at least eight glasses everyday, in order to moisturize your skin from within. While lotions, moisturizers, and oils can all moisturize your skin from the outside.
Use Anti-aging Products
Some people have genes that make them look young even if they do not apply or use anything to stop or delay the aging process. But if you are not one of these people, you need all the help you can get to make your skin look younger without surgery and other invasive treatments. Be sure to apply a good anti-aging product on your face and neck to prevent premature wrinkling, drying and the appearance of age spots. One product that can help you maintain a youthful and glowing skin is Rejuvinol. Know more about this anti-aging cream by visiting http://www.Rejuvinol.com.
Sharon Bell is an avid health and fitness enthusiast and published author. Many of her insightful articles can be found at the premiere online news magazine http://www.healthnfitnesszone.com
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