Problem: Article: For a very luxurious day, head to a spa where you can rest, relax, and rejuvenate. Spas often have hot tubs and cold plunges where you can soak and bubble, but also offer services like massages and facials. Alternatively, you could set up your own spa at home. Click  here to learn how to give yourself a facial and click  here to learn how to give yourself a relaxing massage. . Soaking in a hot bath can be both peaceful and rejuvenating. Draw a hot, steaming bath for yourself and add some bubble bath, bath salts, or essential oils to give your tub an added touch of luxury. To make your bath even more relaxing, light some candles and put on some of your favorite music. Don’t forget to pour yourself a cold glass of water (or wine) to bring into the bathroom with you. After you have soaked in the tub, break out the polish and toe dividers and paint your nails a funky color (or a darker color if that’s more your thing). Or, take it one step further and give yourself a  French manicure. Alternatively, you could go to the salon to get your nails done. Bring a pot of water to a boil and then add some essential oil (the scent is up to you) to the boiling water. Once the water is steaming, remove the pot from the stove, place a towel over your head and the pot, and breathe in the scented steam. Scents that may help you to relax include:  Lavender. Jasmine. Cedarwood. Bergamot. Restorative yoga classes can help you to stretch away the tightness and kinks in your muscles. These postures aim to make you feel calm and balanced while also giving your muscles a gentle stretch. Run an online search to find restorative yoga classes near you. This does not necessarily need to be food, but instead could be tickets to that band’s show that you’ve been wanting to see. Of course, the treat could also be a cupcake filled with custard, but that decision is up to you. Go on a shopping spree and outfit yourself in a new wardrobe (or at least a new outfit). Part of pampering your body is wrapping it up in comfortable, lovely clothes. If you don’t feel like going on a shopping spree, you could also spend some time simply trying on your fanciest outfits you haven’t worn in awhile, or going through your clothes and picking out some to sell so that you can go on a shopping spree in the future. Have you been meaning to finally try that linoleum carving kit you bought? Maybe half of your garden has gone to seed, or you have a mountain that you’ve been meaning to climb. Whatever your hobby may be, set aside some time to pamper yourself by doing that hobby.
Summary: Have a spa day.  Soak in a hot bath Give yourself a  manicure and pedicure. Try aromatherapy. Practice restorative yoga. Indulge in a treat you wouldn’t normally buy. Buy yourself some new clothes. Do a hobby that you often don’t have time for.

Problem: Article: Open your email the same way you’d start a letter. Use a professional opening, like “Dear.” Then, write the professor's name.  You might write, “Dear Dr. Hamilton.” You can find their preferred title on your syllabus or their website. Write one or two sentences to refresh their memory. Give your name and which class(es) you’ve taken with them. Mention any one-on-one experience you have with them, as well. You might write, “My name is Katie Williams and I took your fiction writing workshop my junior and senior year.” Tell them you need a letter of recommendation. Then, provide details about the educational program, internship, or job you’re applying for. You could write, “I’m applying for graduate programs and hoped you’d write a letter of recommendation for me.” Share how they impacted your life, what you learned from them, or why you think their letter will hold more weight. This is a good place to add a little flattery in your request. You might write, “Your classes helped me grow as a writer. Thanks to your help, my story has been accepted for publication. I’m grateful for having such a skillful, imaginative instructor there to offer me guidance.” Tell them that you’ve attached information about your accomplishments, as well as your resume or CV. Let them know what type of information you’ve included, such as a list of classes you’ve taken, work you’ve performed, awards you’ve won, service you’ve completed, and activities you participated in. You might write, “I’ve attached a copy of my resume and a bulleted list of my recent accomplishments. I’ll also be happy to meet with you to discuss my work, if you’d like to speak in person.” Provide the due date of the letter and where to send it. This might be a physical address or a digital address. If they’re submitting it digitally, provide either the email address or a link where they can upload the letter. For instance, “The letter of recommendation is due January 15, 2019. You can send it to myprogram@emailaddress.com.” Let them know you value the time they spent reading your request, as well as the time they will spend writing the letter. Additionally, thank them for the guidance they’ve provided as your professor. For example, “Thank you for reading this request and for everything you’ve taught me. I really appreciate the time and energy you spent guiding me. I hope you’ll consider writing my letter of recommendation.” Use a professional close, such as “Sincerely,” “Your former student,” or “Best regards.”  Skip a line. Then, write your name. You might write, “Sincerely, Katie Williams.”
Summary:
Write a salutation with their preferred title and name. Introduce yourself and remind them who you are. Explain your purpose in sending the email. Tell them why you chose them to write the letter in the next paragraph. State what you hope they’ll say in a new paragraph. Include a link or instructions about how to submit the recommendation. Thank them for their consideration in your last paragraph. Sign the email with a complimentary close and your name.