I am a very busy person and am always in a state of fatigue. How can I get help?

Guinevere Amadeo, LMP
Licensed Massage Practitioner, Reflexologist

Seattle Holistic Health Examiner

Life is all about balance. First, examine the things in your life that may need to be put on the back burner. Many of us have a tendency to over-commit ourselves and in doing so, wind up not completing any of the tasks to the best of our abilities. Figure out some ways to use your time more efficiently. Set aside a specific scheduled time for certain tasks and take appropriate breaks to breathe, stretch and be present in your body. Drink plenty of water and make it a priority to get adequate sleep. Massage is a wonderful way to center and ground our minds and use the precious time we do have more effectively. By increasing your circulation and de-stressing your muscles, you are boosting you immune system and helping your body to stay healthy during the busyness of life. Bodywork can also be very stimulating, and helpful in focusing your mind and energy.

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Jacob Caldwell, LMP
Medical Intuitive

Steps to Enlightenment


Being an Aquarius I can relate to this one, rest is the key, running around a lot can cause a lot of stress on your adrenals. Taking time to rest and receive a massage can rejuvenate yourself to take on more. Even God rested on the 7th day. Something I have noticed with people who do the-run-around-thing a lot is that their Strength Chakra or Solar Plexus is running to high. A common trait with these people is that they think it is all up to them and they have to do it because no one else can. With every issue there is a Chakra that is too high and a Chakra that is too low. Most of the time the Heart Chakra is too low. The Heart is about expressing your vulnerability and asking for what you need.
So if no one can hear what you want, then it will be up to you to do everything yourself. So to balance this scenario, Ask for help!.
In the end you will have more people around you to help you with what you need and as a result you will run around less and have more energy at the end of the day.


Jennifer Alexandra Short, Healer & Holistic Health Coach
Wings of Isis Healing Arts


People who are stressed out and tired can benefit from dietary changes like replacing coffee with green tea,cutting out sugars and processed carbohydrates and taking a super food supplement like Spirulina. Taking even five minutes through out the day to meditate, do a few chants and affirmations can keep us more balanced, focused and relaxed. For example I use my driving time to chant Om Mani Padme Hum, a Buddhist chant which dispels negativity and purifies the emotional body. In only a few minutes I feel calm and balanced.


Carol Walter, Certified Aromatherapist
Owner, Solace Essentials

There are many layers to your current emotional state. Though I would want to know more background about what is causing your fatigue, I can generally suggest a few good tips regarding business, the holidays and our current lack of sun.
First, take a step back from your task list, and meditate each morning on what your priorities are for the day. You probably can’t get everything done right now especially with the holidays fast approaching. However, when you decide what’s important and how you want to both share and receive joy this season, you will feel like your heart is in the right place and that the things you do accomplish are the things that are meant to be accomplished. Essential Oils that will help you focus on your purpose and priorities are oils that are also good for the Heart Chakra (help you express your compassion and focus on your self-worth) - Geranium, Ylang Ylang, Lavender and Grapefruit and for the Root Chakra (help you feel more grounded and not as spread thin) - Myrrh, Red Thyme, Ginger and Vetivert.
Second, in terms of energy, the fall season is the season that Pacific Northwesterners start to feel sad about the departure of the sun. By the winter, you may become more acclimated, but in the meantime, I’m really enjoying my Vitamin D supplements! In terms of essential oils, the following are known for their anti-depressant, energizing qualities: Lemongrass, Lime, Grapefruit, Mandarin, Sweet Orange and Lemon.
I would suggest combining as many of these oils as you feel you need in one bottle and use this on your Heart Chakra during your morning meditation - this will set your intention for the day. By focusing on your priorities, being more grounded, and getting some sun-replacement support, hopefully you will feel more energized throughout the day and content with your accomplishments!
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Jasson Zurilgen
C.H.E.K. Practitioner, Corrective Exercise Specialist
Heroics

As a Corrective Exercise Specialist, my approach to an over-worked and fatigued client begins with an in depth assessment of the physiological stress loads, including musculoskeletal imbalances and improper breathing patterns. Identifying lifestyle factors that contribute to fatigue is the first step to diminishing these negative effects on the body. Sleeping patterns, nutrition, and general self-care are all major considerations in setting and achieving short-term goals. Developing a healthy and balanced exercise program to promote body awareness and vitality may include stretching, meditative exercises to increase chi, and simple breathing techniques.

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David A. Tucker, MSAOM, L.Ac, LMP
Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Massage Therapist
The Zen of Healing

First and foremost… water, water, water! It’s a bit of a running joke with my patients. But it is truly amazing what a difference drinking the right amount of water each day (around half your body weight in ounces) can make a difference in all aspects of your health, including energy. It is one of the five-elements that makes up all things, how could getting adequate amounts of this fundamental substance not have significant effects?!

The second question I ask is, “are you getting enough exercise?” Exercise, while taking energy to do, actually can provide consistent long-term energy when done on a regular basis. Busy or not, making the time is a must!

I know the Seattle readers are going to scoff at this next point – put down the coffee (soda too)! Energetically speaking, coffee (decaf or not) is initially heating but its long-term effect is cooling, slowing us down over time. In addition, it depletes our storehouse of inherited Qi (or Essence) which is very difficult to replenish again. For more information on our Essence, refer to my recent blog post (http://thezenofhealing.com/2009/01/28/the-essence-of-water/). I’m not saying everyone should eliminate coffee, overall constitution plays a factor as well. But it should be something to consider if energy levels are low.

Also looking at your dairy and gluten intake is worth looking at, both of which create an environment of what Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) refers to as “dampness” in our meridians. Dampness can cause low energy levels, pain, mental sluggishness, etc.

Acupuncture is a wonderful way to raise energy levels and is the most common “side-effect” I hear from people’s treatment regardless of what their actual reason for coming in is. Various deficient and excess conditions from either a TCM or Five Element acupuncture perspective see fatigue as a common symptom and can be reconciled through acupuncture.

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