www.womanthismonth.com 37 January 2015 Everyone has their own personal way of de-stressing and zoning out. And we’re no exception. Here’s what makes us feel better. What We Need Lemongrass Oil WHEN: About 30 minutes before I go to bed, I’ll burn some lemongrass oil and let the scent fill the room. BENEFIT: When I went travelling in Borneo I noticed it was a local custom wherever I went. It’s such a simple trick and brings the smells of a spa to your personal haven and puts you straight into relax mode. Exercise WHEN: I usually go jogging at the end of the day when it’s been stressful and jam-packed. BENEFIT: It helps me absorb everything that happened during the day (sometimes I find solutions to pending problems) and also clears my mind for a good night’s sleep. I also love it because it’s really the only ‘me’ time I have. Books WHEN: On a day when I want to remain cuddled up in bed and not think about work or have any errands to run, I read. BENEFIT: Day dreaming is a great escape for me and it helps when the scenario is already set. I tend to enjoy writers from the subcontinent more, so it can be anything from Salman Rushdie’s fantastical worlds to Jhumpa Lahiri’s emotional escapades. Georgie Bradley Fernanda Langhammer Ankita Mamgain
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