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i 32 economist suntribune at the schools april 26 selfmassage help overcome stress from page 31 nose for 10 seconds arid out through the mouth for another 10 this exercise can help you relax especially before an exam or major test ms mcderrnott- bradysaid even if you cant have a month ly massage selfmassage is anoth er way to relieve stress placing pressure at the base of your skull then releasing is a sure- tfire way to ease tense neck mus cles for a complete relaxed body start at your feet and squeeze the muscles tight then let go continue up your legs and all the way to your face this technique promotes not only deep relax ation but blood flow and circula tion are improved here are a few additional tips get a double strap backpack instead of a one shoulder model so it distributes weight evenly never cross your legs espe cially while sitting at a desk during those lengthy classes if you must cross them at the ankles because otherwise it cuts off circulation and decreases blood flow this technique promotes not only deeprelaxation hut blood flow and circulation are improved when at the computer lay your feet flat on the floor and try switching hands you use for the computer mouse it may be tricky at first but alternating dominant and nondominant hands exercises different sides of the brain and various muscles along with these helpful hints also remember to take it easy and dont take too much on at once stress is something nobody needs or wants but if you cant remem ber all this at once no worries courtney yip attends brother andre catholic high school m02 lilwpi rjm ssti lr- x msm mm a k i- bbbe 8 mmkil twi nmwr ww bbbiftltrr offer extended to april 30 only call today jss 1 2 tj i f t n 5 scl u b s mm join today yoiih also 15 in freetsifts 7p coed women only clubs in canada v95 4795343 markville mall 5000 highway 7 coed 9052016753 200 bullock drive women only upstairs fn loblaws 416 4943221 339 steeresavehue east coed wwwgoodllf efitnesscom 1 in 4 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but given ms hammonds track record its sure to be something yurrimy my philosophy is were together for a long time during the day shesaid so why sit and be miserable we would like to thank ourteachef of the month sponsors for supporting outstanding teachers across york region this months recipient wins a workshop to improve communication skills by inside out with karen armstrong soap suds pump for the classroom from jennie coutartche independent kitchen consultant for the pampered chef 25 gift certificate from its elementary school supplies at newmarket plaza from owner christine guldemeester a 50 gift certificate from scholars education centre in richmond hill and two tickets to the red barn theatre in jacksons point canadas oldest professional summer theatre- for one of four major professional productions jrom the lakej simcpe arts foundation and a 50 decorative hand made mosaic stepping stone for her patio orgarden from totally stoned in newmarketto send in a nom- ination for mas teacher of the month or become a sponsor email submissions to ms kibble at mb- bleyrngcom or fax them to 19058535379 deadline is may 16 students compete in v asian heritage slogan contest young people in the region will use their skill at writing or design to express love of their shared origin in a huge con tinent asia may is asian heritage month across canada says the gta citizens group and when they say asian they mean central and south asia as well as the eastern and southeastern regions celebrations include a may 18 multi cultural performance featuring thai boxers filipino folksingers and others at the city playhouse in thornhill the group has asked students from grades 5 to 12 to write mottos or slogans of no more than 15 words for asian heritage month and asked students and adults to draw logos prize winners in both contests will be presented to dignitaries in ottawa interested residents can call 9058428489 for more information wit rfcj 110 biottja i3 no gstsr noiqon l oy t 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