I'm Lyme De-stressed

     Here is  the remedy I used to de-stress myself the other day when some things went south. I kept a positive attitude and faith that all things will work to the good for us. Then, after painting a while and cooking dinner, I ran a HOT bath. I know I've said this before, but I forgot a few tidbits. Run the hot water to about 1/2 to 3/4 full. When the water is running, close the tub doors or curtain so steam accumulates. Add about 2 cups of Epsom Salts, about 1/4 cup hydrogen peroxide, and a bar of pure lavender soap. The water should be hot when getting in, a bit tricky. But you do adjust. If you feel beads of sweat on your forehead, congratulations! You're in the zone! Sit there for at least 1/2 hr., and longer if you can. Always have a bottle of either cold green tea or as I like to do, a glass of water with a bunch of lemon slices squeezed into it. Keep hydrated. Bring a good book and soak. A friend of mine told me to rub on aloe vera gel  after I get out. I don't have any right now, but could easily get some. I usually let the salt keep working on me until my morning shower. When all is said and done, the muscles are relaxed, the toxins extracted for the day, and I feel 'light as a feather'. I always picture Ebeneezer Scrooge at the end of the story when he repents and jumps around the room feeling light as a feather. Whether you are in active treatment, or maintaining the ground you have gained, this is an easy way to detox.