Counsels on Health - Ellen G. White

article of dress should fit easily, obstructing neither
the circulation of the blood, nor a free, full, natural
respiration. Everything worn should be so loose
that when the arms are raised, the clothing will be
correspondingly lifted.
Women who are in failing health can do much
for themselves by sensible dressing and exercise.
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.
The Power of the Will
The power of the will is not valued as it should
be. Let the will be kept awake and rightly directed,
and it will impart energy to the whole being, and
will be a wonderful aid in the maintenance of
health. It is a power also in dealing with disease.
Exercised in the right direction, it would control
the imagination, and be a potent means of resisting
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