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there will be too much in other portions of the body. Perfect health
requires perfect circulation, but this cannot be had while three or
four times as much clothing is worn on the body where the vital
organs are situated than on the feet and limbs.
A multitude of women are nervous and careworn because they
deprive themselves of the pure air that would make pure blood and of
the freedom of motion that would send the blood bounding through
the veins, giving life, health, and energy. Many women have become
confirmed invalids when they might have enjoyed health, and many
have died of tuberculosis and other diseases when they might have
lived their allotted term of life if they had dressed in accordance with
health principles and exercised freely in the open air.
In order to secure the most healthful clothing, the needs of every
part of the body must be carefully studied. The character of the
climate, the surroundings, the condition of health, the age, and the
occupation—all must be considered. Every article of dress should
fit easily, obstructing neither the circulation of the blood nor free,
full, natural breathing.
Women who are in failing health can do much for themselves
by sensible dressing and by exercising. When suitably dressed for
outdoor enjoyment, let them exercise in the open air, carefully at
first but increasing the amount of exercise as they can endure it. By
taking this course, many might regain health and live to take their
share in the world’s work.
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Be Independent of Fashion
Instead of struggling to meet the demands of fashion, women
should have the courage to dress healthfully and simply. Instead of
sinking into a mere household drudge, the wife and mother should
take time to read, keep herself well informed, be a companion to
her husband, and keep in touch with the developing minds of her
children. She should use wisely her opportunities to influence her
dear ones for the higher life. She should take time to make the Savior
a daily companion and familiar friend. She should take time for the
study of His Word, take time to go with the children on nature walks,
and learn of God through the beauty of His works.