I am going to weigh in on this swine flu situation from a PREVENTATIVE health advantage.
Tread lightly and carry a big stick
The Swine flu is a threat, however perhaps more from it’s highly contagious capacity than a deadly virus. My motto is “Tread lightly and carry a big stick”.
What I mean is…
In metaphorical terms, treading lightly means dealing with a painful subject delicately (so as not to upset the subject of the questioning)– pay attention to what is happening in our world, BUT without contributing to a fear-based collective frenzy.
Immune system is a very powerful defense matrix
Carry a big stick means- be proactive in your approach to preventative health. Use this current circumstance as an opportunity to care for yourself. Your immune system is a very powerful defense matrix. It is capable of protecting you, much like a highly trained army. Nourished and strengthened it is amazing. It is like a magical guardian- warding off any potential lurking viruses or bacteria waiting to attack your body.
What to Do: Be Responsible
- Frequent hand washing with soap and water. Teach your children to wash their hands with an adequate amount of soap and water, and use a favorite tune as your clock. Ten seconds is a good amount of time to briskly rub your hands together, about the length of Twinkle Twinkle Little Star ….
- Stay Home if you or your child is sick. Remember that a pain reliever only masks your body’s fever, aches or pains. You or your child need to feel better without using any pain relievers to return to work or school.
- Take good care of yourself. Prevention is how we stay well. Start with the basics. Eat right, get enough sleep, exercise.
Teach your children through your example. Learn from this current swine flu virus situation. Take the upper hand and stay healthy. Read my blog Just a Little Kiss for ways to keep your immune system up and running.
One last thing, remember to smile frequently….. happiness is contagious too!
