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7) Colors: Color therapy has its roots in ancient Egypt. Scientific studies recognize that colors bring about emotional reactions to individuals. Our reactions and attitudes to colors differ from person to person. That color affects us all is an undoubted fact. Its significance has been investigated and
results utilized in merchandizing, selling, home decorating,
workplace environment, industry, plant growth, nutrition, physics, physiology, psychology, ecclesiasticism and art. In fact, color is so much a part of our lives that we tend to take it for granted. Colors that are useful in
office are: orange – stimulates creativity; yellow – intensifies
intellect and heightens motivation; red – energizes; blue – calming, fights physical and mental tension; green – fights irritability and has a healing effect on
body. For
office, use colors that you are drawn to as these are
colors that will benefit your health.
8) Music: Just about all offices have some type of music playing in
background. Music can affect emotional well-being, physical health, social functioning, communication abilities, and cognitive skills. Music in
workplace, either from piped-in music or from a radio, is sometimes used to mask sounds. Music can provide mental stimulation while performing monotonous tasks, which can help to reduce stress levels in
office. Some people, however, find music in
office intensely annoying, especially if it is too loud or inappropriate. I have found that soft, up-lifting music is very essential to
office “atmosphere”. There is literally a mirage of good background music available on CD’s. Search out
Internet on what is right for your office.
9) Breaks: Even
most focused person needs a break at least twice a day. Change of scenery also helps with emotions. One of
best ways to eliminate stress and recharge
body is to go outside for a ten-minute walk. Focus on your surroundings and take deep breaths. This will give you a renewal of energy and will also aid in Vitamin D production. Walk by yourself and focus on clearing your mind. Walking will also get
blood and
lymphatic system flowing.
10) Organization: It is an excellent idea to look into Feng Shui for
office. Feng Shui is basically an environmental science and gives advice on how to create environments in which we feel comfortable and supported. For example, water energy plays a significant role in Feng Shui. Having a small fountain in your office can give a sense of calmness and peacefulness. Keep your office clean and organized. There is no excuse for clutter. Make sure that your desk is clean and that everything is put away before you leave each day. A well-organized, uncluttered desk leads to clear thinking and reduces stress. Make a habit of putting items back in their original place after you are finished using them.
Putting in
extra time, effort and money in getting your office environment “healthy” will pay-off with a multitude of health benefits. Of course, it is assumed that when you are out of
office, you are also taking care of yourself by eating a healthy diet, exercising
body and mind, taking good supplementation and getting adequate rest. All of this goes hand-in-hand in getting and keeping
body healthy. Remember to address your attitude as you travel
path to good health, as negative attitudes are self-destructive. Good health requires desire, determination and discipline in every aspect of your life

Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP is a Doctor of Naturopath, Clinical Nutritionist and Holistic Health Practitioner in the Houston, TX area and Founder / CEO of Oasis Advanced Wellness. Dr. Lanphier is Editor of the worldwide E-newsletter Advanced Health & Wellness. www.oasisadvancedwellness.com Be sure and visit our hormonal balancing site at www.menopause-pms-progesterone.org and www.oasisserene.com