I started feeling better just by reading the packets.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
I'll try anything if it works
I'll be the first to admit that I can be a huge wimp sometimes. I don't always handle stress very well. I tend to go in spurts though. One day I'm tough as nails and the next I could be a sniveling idiot. When I'm feeling a lot of stress it usually results in that nervous, pit in your stomach, feeling. I had read somewhere that herbal teas can help. Ginger and peppermint were the two that I heard about the most. Well I like tea, I haven't had any in a while but if it works I'll try it.I went to the store and bough a box that had 6 different flavors. I put the water on and opened the box.
I hope the teas will help you - try to keep an open mind! I love peppermint tea and have heard ginger helps, especially if you're feeling a bit queasy.
ReplyDeleteI like that. I'm guessing it will work if you are all alone? Probably.
ReplyDeleteHave a terrific day. Big tummy scratches for Duke. :)
Good for you! I just take the easy way out and take drugs. Legal ones. You know, the kind you get from the pharmacy.
ReplyDeleteAnn, actually the tea did the trick. Not only that but it tasted good and the smell was heaven
ReplyDeleteSandee being alone would probably have made it work quicker :) Duke says thanks for the tummy scratches
Mee2 Drugs would have been nice but I had no legal way of getting them...lol
I love peppermint tea! I think just the act of making the tea and sitting and sipping it is therapeutic. It makes you slow down a bit.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely. Not only is peppermint fantastic as a tea, it is also very beneficial as an oil for a calming effect.
ReplyDelete((Hugs)) :)
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a good idea. Personally, I should probably hook myself up to an IV filled with the calming tea.
ReplyDeleteI love tea, too, as in very much.
ReplyDeleteI love the taste and smell of peppermint.
Have a good week ahead, Ann. :)
Wow, you don't even have to open the tea bag to feel relaxed. Good stuff! I like a warm bubble bath on top of that tea.
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ReplyDeleteSounds good! I could use some of this right now.
ReplyDeleteThat does sound very calming. There's just something about tea that is comforting and stress relieving. Glad your new tea worked!
ReplyDeleteChamomile? eh, not my favorite. We have a lot of Celestial Seasoning teas - Grandma's Tummy Mint always works and for day to day there is always Lemon Zinger and there is also Sleepy Time which has catnip in it - I guess cat nip has the reverse reaction on humans than cats! (Just like human tranquilizers make cats hyper. Do not share your Valium with your cat!)
ReplyDeleteThe best way to not get that sick feeling deep down in your gut is to always pay close attention to what Duke has to say about everything. For he is well versed on a number of topics, and he would never knowingly steer you wrong.
ReplyDeleteBy the way, the check hasn't arrived yet. I suppose it's still "in the mail"--huh?
Cinnamon Girl the peppermint was pretty good, i've tried all 6 flavors and love them all.
ReplyDeletepoetic shutterbug, hmmm i'll have to keep that in mind
nessa thanks bunches
tahtimbo an IV doesn't sound like a bad idea :)
Hi I'm Grace thank you and thanks for stopping by
Lin amazing what the power of suggestion can do sometimes :)
tahtimbo how sweet of you, thanks
Bossy Betty well I'll pour you a cup
beaded tail coffee to rev you up and tea to bring you back to earth :)
Grace I've never tried to sleepy time tea, I had no idea about the catnip. hmm interesting.
FishHawk you have a point there, and Duke does have a sixth sense. He knows when mom is in need of someone to just sit quietly and be there :) Um the check, it could have bounced further than anticipated, check the neighbors mail box
*Laugh* I rely heavily on the horses for stress relief (they are SO soothing to hang out with). My Rhuematologist got me started on green tea for the antioxidants when I was diagnosed with a rare muscle disease. I drink a big cup every day now, and love it. Happy sipping girl! :o)
ReplyDeleteA nice cup of warm tea and a pinch of brandy. Can reduce a lot of stress.
ReplyDeleteI've just recently gone back to my herb tea in the evenings. It does have a calming effect. It's a nice thing to do at the end of a crazy day.
ReplyDeleteWoof! Woof! Hope you feeling better. Next time, try to do some meditation or even better yoga. Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar
ReplyDeleteI am jealous that you can relax from the tea package. It takes more than that for me.
ReplyDeleteI have a crabby preteen so I got her good mood tea. So far, it seems to work.
Tea gives a soothing feeling. It relaxes your body and mind. It is very good for detoxification.
ReplyDeleteAh, the power of suggestion!
ReplyDeleteNap time....zzzzzzzz.
Hahaaa...I had to wake myself back Up after reading the label...
ReplyDeleteHappy Saint Patricks Day to you!!
hughugs
I know just a peppermint candy helps with me. I hate pepperment too but it works.
ReplyDeleteHappy St. Patty's day to you.
I love the package. I hope you are feeling better now. I tend to be strong in waves too. It also depends on who is around at the time. I can be a whining baby with my husband but not so much at work.
ReplyDeleteJen, I think that most animals are good at helping to relieve stress. I know Duke is good for me. And green tea, I love it
ReplyDeleteGrampy, The brandy sounds like a good idea but I don't drink
Sheri I've always been a fan of green tea but just about any kind is good in a pinch
SGR I've thought about yoga but I don't think I can bend like that...lol
Annne well it usually does for me too but I just loved the little sayings on the packets. I so feel for you with the teen thing. thank god I'm past it
junezach that's what i've heard. and it doesn't taste bad either.
me-me I'm so suseptible, night ;)
Donna LOL how was the little nap
BBoysMom I like peppermint so not a problem for me
Lenox Knits yes I am until the next time of course...lol
I'm a big believer in natural remedies and they always help me...maybe half of it is the belief. I like to make my own herbal remdies for all sorts of things...Lavender is on of my favourites for relaxation and easing stress..
ReplyDeleteThat packet is great! I haven't seen those in the stores up here - might have to take another look!
ReplyDeleteugh good luck with that. I love tea but it has to be Earl Grey. I can not stand herbal teas ans all those rosehips and hibiscus lol. I could go suck a bush in my yard for that lol
ReplyDeletethe tea packet is cute though!
Manoverboard, I agree completely and a quiet moment is the best moment of all :)
ReplyDeleteallotments4you well whether it's the power of suggestion or the actual remedy makes no difference, as long as it works
Audrey I bought the Lipton brand, not sure if they sell that where you are or not
Tanyia, hmm so you're a tea snob huh?...rofl. hey whatever works is what I say. I loved the tea packets as much as I did the tea
I'm glad the tea worked for you and I hope it was just a momentary stress! I, myself, am a pharmaceuticals type of person, legal though. If they make a pill for it.....
ReplyDeleteBuggys I have no objection to taking pharmaceutical drugs but whenever I call the doctor they always tell me "we just recommend ibuprofen" Geesh, give me something good already...lol
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