Year: 2015

An interesting article on how long should you nap –

http://simpleorganiclife.org/perfect-nap/

We all have our ways of dealing with stress. Some people escape to a sunny beach, some prefer a nice glass of wine, and some even do our best to ignore it. Each way has its advantages (and sometimes disadvantages), but we can’t always do what helps at the exact moment we need it.

This is where pressure points become a quick and effective long term solution. Pressure points are areas in the body that, when applied with some pressure, can trigger various effects in our minds and body.

The Scalp

The Scalp is full of pressure points, many of which can effectively and discretely reduce stress levels. You can sit at your office desk, lean back and use two fingers to massage the point where the neck meets the skull for about 20 seconds. Much of the stress we accumulate during the day collects in the shoulders and neck muscles, and applying pressure to this point can relieve much of it.

The Ear

This pressure point is known as Shen Men (The Spirit Gate), and some experts claim it’s the best stress-relieving point in the body. In reflexology, it’s also used to reduce inflammation and pain throughout the body. It’s recommended that you massage this spot with an earbud or even a pen, and to take deep, slow breaths during the massage.

The Chest

Stress can make us forget to breath, or take shallow breaths. This point helps reduce the stress that accumulates in the chest, while reminding you to breathe normally again. Use three fingers to massage this point, or one finger to tap rhythmically on the area while taking deep breaths. If you experience chronic stress, combine massaging this point with the point between your eyebrows. The connection between these two points helps in calming the nerve system.

The Stomach

Many reflexologists prefer to use this point because it helps create movement that frees the chest and diaphragm, which improves the breathing process. Patients who go through this treatment instinctively take deeper breaths and almost always report a sensation or relief.

The Forearm

A classic spot for reflexology and acupuncture. Stress and anxiety create a reverse energy flow in the body, which this spot is supposed to repair. It helps your energy move in the right direction while aiding in your mental focus and stress reduction.

The Palm

The moment you press on this spot, you’ll feel your stress evaporating. It is located on one of the most important meridians (an energy channel), which affects the heart, liver, and pancreas. It is believed that much of the stress we experienced is stored in the liver, so applying pressure at this point is highly effective. It is also a great spot for treating headaches, stomachaches, indigestion, and insomnia – all of which could be symptoms of stress.

The Calves

If you feel stress in the upper part of your body, massaging this spot is perfect. The area could be quite tender in people who deal with a lot of stress, and in women in particular.

The Foot

Pressure at this point can help ease a stressed mind that keeps rethinking whatever it is that causes your stress. Some reflexologists believe that this is the best meridian for treating the pancreas and that its location – at the center of the foot, helps patients reduce their stress and provide better attention to their bodies.

Blue Terra was recently award for Best Customer Excellence in Ayush category at a recently held Franchisee India Wellness Conference. Recognition of our commitment towards providing customer delight. Couldn’t have asked for more from our esteemed guests!

(Reproduced from an appreciation mail sent by a satisfied guest. Names removed to protect privacy)

It was the first anniversary of my sister. I wanted to surprise them with a different kind of gift. I did not want to give a routine gift like a shopping voucher, a bouquet of flowers etc. After some research and brainstorming with friends, I decided to gift them a spa experience. I found the concept to be unique and novel. I was a little apprehensive though as my sister has never been to a spa earlier.

The trouble was that I was familiar with Bangalore spas but have not been to any of the spas in Gurgaon where my sister lives. I spoke to a couple of friends and looked up on the internet. I short-listed 3 spas in Gurgaon. In my interaction on phone and email, I found Blue Terra Spa to be the most professional and open to my requests for customization.

Since I wanted it to be a special moment for my sister and Jiju I planned the experience to good detail with Blue Terra folks. They offered to decorate the room especially for my sister, present them a bouquet of flowers and even gave them an anniversary gift!

My sister was elated with the experience, and even my usually reserved Jiju loved the experience and thanked me several times for introducing them to spa experience for the first time! I really want to thank the Blue Terra Team, especially the Manager and therapists who attended my sister and Jiju. My spa gift to them on their anniversary worked out really well,

Thanks to Blue Terra Spa.