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- 15 WAYS TO RELEASE STRESS - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2010 from Erika KalmarAre you stressed? Do you have ongoing bad mood and you feel like the whole world is your enemy? Do you feel under tremendous pressure that is hardly bearable? Do you hear your family and friends complaining of the bad treatment they receive from you? It is now time to act. How? Look at the ...
Views: 1802(1 vote) - Autumn Stress-Busters: Balancing...BEFORE the "Fall" - by Fall seems to be about beginnings and endings. Businesses gearing up for new projects and end-of-year reports. Kids starting back to school, as "To Do" lists grow and kitchen calendars fill. For many, juggling responsibilities each September necessitates some skillful "balancing". Everyday ...
Views: 1798 - 7 TIBETAN STEPS TO LASTING JOY - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2016 from Janet PfeifferThere is something about the country of Tibet that has always intrigued me. Perhaps it's the beautiful landscape along crystal blue waters or the unique architecture of its oriental style buildings. Or more importantly a group of monks that call this country their home are known for their serene ...
Views: 1796 - Working Overtime While Relaxing - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWhen you hear the word overtime is mentioned, these 3 words may probably cross your mind: deadline, caffeine, stress. Yes, very familiar indeed, huh? Nevertheless, I am going to add up 3 more which work just as well, and they are: relaxing, television, sleep. Whilst the second list seems ...
Views: 1795(1 vote) - How To Overcome Stress - by Submitted on May 18, 2008 from Kimberly PhillipsStress and burnout is another reason why people don’t stay on course. Many people become overwhelm by stress in their lives. Stress is when a person’s mind, body, and spirit begin to lose energy; when energy is lost then usually one of the three: mind, body, or spirit, begins to lose momentum ...
Views: 1793 - Anxiety & Stress Management - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Kyle FerrolyFOREWORD – ABOUT THE MIND BRAIN BALANCE TEAM “The Center for Mind Brain Balance” was established to bridge the gap between a person’s psychological and emotional needs versus their brain-based or physical imbalances that are so often overlooked. Founded in 2004 in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, ...
Views: 1790 - 7 Communication Strategies to Reduce Anger and Conflict - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2014 from Janet PfeifferWhy is it so hard to talk to one another? Unless you're a recluse, it's something we all do every day. Perhaps because I'm a motivational speaker, author, and radio host I can talk ad infinitum. I actually find it enjoyable and relatively easy. Yet there is a significant difference between ...
Views: 1789 - Are There Still Differences Between Male and Female Psyches? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2015 from William CottringerAre There Still Differences Between Male and Female Psyches? By Bill Cottringer After John Gray’s Book “Men Are From Mars and Women Are From Venus” came out decades ago, significant mental and emotional differences between the sexes explained many of the difficulties that caused ...
Views: 1788 - Relieving Stress Through The Power Of Hypnosis - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Rhod JonesThe pressures of modern-day life place all of us under increasing amounts of stress and strain. Finding ways of relieving stress is essential if we are to have any chance of improving our happiness and the general quality of our lives. As I've said, stress is becoming more and more prevalent ...
Views: 1788 - Mastering Meditation and Spiritual Healing - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Stephen FrostEvery person who has ever completed some meditation would know full well what a laid-back and soothing experience it may be, as soon as the original clearance from the brain has been completed. Studying how to meditate opens up a total brand new world for a variety of persons in requisites of ...
Views: 1784(2 votes) - React Less, Respond More - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Doreen AmatelliHave you ever thought about what are your hot buttons? We all have them. Maybe it is what someone says to you, or maybe it is a certain look. Hot buttons usually trigger an instantaneous emotional reaction inside us. If the emotion is unpleasant, how do you react? How effective are you at ...
Views: 1784 - How To Let Go Of Emotional Stress - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Adam BenedettoDuring life, we may encounter periods of time where we are under a lot of stress. We tend to hold onto these moments and carry them forward with us. How we felt during that period is also carried forward if we do not let go of it. That is why, even though the moment we are in may seem good, ...
Views: 1783 - How to Reduce Financial Stress - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from Sherrin Ross IngramIt doesn't take a recession or a rise in unemployment to bring on financial stress. Many feel it daily - when bills arrive in the mail, when they sit down to pay bills, when they see a television commercial for something they want but can't afford, when they hear of layoffs, or even when they ...
Views: 1781(10 votes) - "Sugar, Ahh Honey-Honey:" The Scoop on Sugar & Stress - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Stress-Relief Author/Expert Susie MantellWe live in a culture plagued by stress-related symptoms. My observations on sugar*s impact on stress levels, mood, physical pain, irritability and self-esteem are based upon both personal experience, and my work with thousands of people who come to me seeking help in preventing, reducing and ...
Views: 1776 - Comforting the Little Orphan Girl - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2012 from Tina TessinaWhen life hands me a very difficult time, and I feel defeated and overwhelmed, I enter a hopeless and helpless state of mind I think of as The Little Orphan girl. This is the way I felt, as a teen, when I lost nearly my whole family, father, aunts and uncles, between the ages of 12 and 18. ...
Views: 1775 - How to Deal with Fear, Stress & Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Willie HortonI spent some time with a client last week who talked of his fears for the state of his business, how he was afraid of what others would think of him if his business collapsed and how he was afraid of where is marriage was going as a result. Although he believed his problems to be unique, the ...
Views: 1774(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Stop Worrying - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Angela SpaxmanWorrying is a very common source of stress and waste of energy. All of us have times when we worry, and some people rarely have times when they don't worry! Whether you are an occasional worrier, or a worry addict, learning how to worry less is an excellent investment in your life. Here are ...
Views: 1773(4 votes) - How Stress is affecting our lives - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2010 from C ConnorsStress is now considered one of the biggest issues facing us in today’s modern and fast paced world. It’s a topic we are all well aware of and Stress related and psychosomatic illnesses are on the increase. The majority of people asked today will admit to feeling pressured and stressed, either ...
Views: 1773(1 vote) - Learn How to Handle Stress Like a Pro - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2009 from Mike PowersWhat is Stress Believe it or not, stress is a necessity. It is essential for your daily functioning. Feeling stressed is actually a defense mechanism that naturally occurs in response to a condition presented in the environment. Initially, these feelings can positively benefit a person as it ...
Views: 1773(1 vote) - Strategies to Overcome Stress - 10 Tips to Take Control - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffJust because the nightly news and electronic media preaches doom and gloom, it is your choice whether you buy into it. Millions work, find new jobs, buy homes and start new relationships daily. They do not succumb to the prevailing negativity. They choose to maintain a positive attitude, ...
Views: 1773(1 vote) - Is Stress Blocking Your Personal Development Efforts? - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Willie HortonWe all want more out of life. Some of us want to change our lives radically – some of us have things about ourselves that we want to change. But, unfortunately, for most of us, life keeps getting in the way! The stress of everyday life – yes, millions of people are suffering from stress and ...
Views: 1771(2 votes) - Online Self Help Tips – Four Signs That You Have Been Overworking Yourself - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Ewen ChiaOnline self help tips – Do you feel like you have a never ending pile of work on your desk, but you just keep pushing yourself to complete the job so that you can finally enjoy some free time and “me” time? Well, here is the harsh reality. In most cases, your workload will never cease and you ...
Views: 1763 - Personal Development Training – How To Develop Your Resilience - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2013 from Ewen ChiaEvery human being will face stressful times. That is not a question. Today I have some personal development training on how you can develop your resilience. Being resilient means that you are able to bounce back from defeat or setbacks. Bad things may happen in life, but rather than ...
Views: 1762(1 vote) - Your Focus Equals Your Commitment - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2012 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorIf you ever feel your focus is faulty, check your commitment. But, also look at what else is going on in your life. It was a Sunday, a day I’d planned to relax and do as little as I could get away with. There were good programs and movies on, and I wanted to slounge (sleep and lounge) the ...
Views: 1760(1 vote) - 3 Tips in Reducing Stress in Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Grace AllisonAre you racing around your life putting out one fire after another wondering why your angry and tired all the time? Is stress a major pressure point in your life? Consider taking a few minutes to re-evaluate your life. 1. Priorities I believe in the Golden Rule, which means to love God with ...
Views: 1759 - It’s That Time of Year Again! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Kyre AdeptAh, New Year’s resolutions: we’ve all made and lost them. This is the year that… 1. I will get thinner/fitter/happier. 2. I will do more/different work, with more clients. 3. I really will clean up the garage/bedroom/kitchen. 4. I will exercise every day… and so on. I’m sure ...
Views: 1758(1 vote) - Tips for Teachers to Reduce Stress Levels in the Classroom - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Marvin MarshallSome experts suggest that a little stress is good, but high levels of stress are harmful to most people. However, it is possible to perform well when relaxed (think masters of kung fu). In my opinion, that should be the goal: a classroom (and life) that is productive and virtually ...
Views: 1756 - How Self-Employed People Can Reduce Daily Stress - by Self-employed people often have much more stress on a daily basis than someone working for a firm or a large company. Whether you are a doctor, attorney, CPA, dentist, coach, accountant, or retail business owner, you don't have some of the "stress buffers" you might have if you were not the ...
Views: 1755 - New Yorkers say they have no willpower; Meditation can boost the "willpower area" of the brain - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Antonia "Dr. M" MartinezIn the 2011 Stressed in America Findings published by the American Psychological Association (APA), New Yorkers, more than other Americans, cited willpower as the leading barrier to making lifestyles changes, including those that reduce stress. Furthermore, New Yorkers said making lifestyle ...
Views: 1752 - How to Get Happy When You Are Feeling Sad - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2011 from Carol M BarrettIt is said that happiness is a choice - that when we wake in the morning we make a decision to be happy or not before we even get out of bed. Is it possible that the thoughts we think in those first few minutes of the morning really do determine the kind of day we will have. Can it really be ...
Views: 1750(2 votes) - Can Caretakers Take Care of Themselves - by Submitted on May 29, 2003 from Debbie MandelEmotional and physical well being depend on the metaphysical balance between giving and receiving. Both the Jewish mystical work, the Kabbalah, and the Dali Lama’s Book of Transformations assert the same principle: Each one of us needs to establish a balance between giving and receiving. Easier ...
Views: 1748(1 vote) - I Need Help Losing Weight - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2014 from Rick CarterWhat is it about losing weight that makes it so hard to stick to? Why are you throwing up your hands and crying “I need help losing weight”? It seems pretty straightforward right: burn more calories than you take in and lose weight over time. So you either increase your exercise routine or ...
Views: 1748 - Stress At Work: The Advice That Will Kill You - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2011 from Rick CarterLet’s face it: work without stress is a hobby. It’s the stress that makes it work. Stress at work comes at you from all sides. Co-workers that annoy you. Management that puts impossible deadlines and workloads on you. Family stresses that you carry to work with you from home. All of this ...
Views: 1746(3 votes) - How Can You Eat Your Way Out Of Stress? - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2010 from Susan Owen-ThursfieldStress minimization methods usually target emphasise mental and physical strategies yet seldom address food. But why do so few people know that the things you consume drastically affects how stressed you feel? Stress is felt by basically anyone; which means that there are generally a ...
Views: 1745(1 vote) - Taking Action When You Recognize Your Triggers For Depression Episodes - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonFor those dealing with chronic depression, something that is not well understood is the fact that the depression is both: Not a constant issue. Can be brought on by various triggers. Aside from the chemical and genetic components that are out of your control, you can learn ...
Views: 1745 - Gift Giving Made Easy - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Kyre AdeptHere we are again, in a ricochet between Thanksgiving and Christmas/Hanukkah (and if you have a spouse or sweetheart, on to Valentine’s Day). If you are like me and most of my friends, part of your copious spare time is spent making mental or written lists of what you want to give to whom. The ...
Views: 1744 - Interactive yoga jewelry helps achieve balance - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Daniel NoyesModern life can be a maze of challenges and stresses to our natural energetic state. Ideally it is optimal to have our energetic state balanced, in particular the chakras and acupuncture meridians. For reference I will call this ideal state "perfect balance". Practicing yoga is a great way to ...
Views: 1743(2 votes) - Using Workplace Stress To Improve Your Personal Effectiveness. - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Rick CarterHandling workplace stress is the secret key to your career success. Your people skills are important. Your technical skills do matter. Even your ability to tolerate your boss can help you advance. But what can make you really stand out from the crowd is how you operate under stress. The ...
Views: 1741 - Don't Sweat the Small Stuff PS It's All Small Stuff: The Story - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2014 from Michael MantellIn 1988 when I wrote “Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: PS It’s All Small Stuff,” little did I know that a number of years later my book would go into three printings, have an audio version, be celebrated and awarded wonderful titles like “Good Morning America’s” "Hot Pick" and “Publishers Weekly ...
Views: 1740(2 votes) - 4 Reasons to Take Your Pet Along for a Jog - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2012 from Cecelia BrownIt is clear that when your dog is able to ambulate, he or she should be on foot beside you when you are walking or jogging. The issue that pet strollers address is when your pet is no longer able to walk or run beside you. Your pet might be small and unable to run long distances, or your pet ...
Views: 1739 - Let Go and Let God. Really?? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Gael Chiarella AlbaImagine you wake up in the morning, ready to slip into the flow of the day ahead. There’s a sense of inner calm tinged with the excitement of possibility. You have honored your commitment to begin each day with a reflective prayer or meditation, and as you move through your morning routine ...
Views: 1736(1 vote) - The Magic of Solitude and Peacefulness - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Mariano JaucoThe most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched; they must be felt with the heart. - Helen Keller, 1880-1968, American Blind/Deaf Author and Lecturer _____ The greatest men and women of all ages have practiced solitude regularly. They learned how to use silence to ...
Views: 1731(2 votes) - Seven Ways to De-Stress Now! - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2003 from Barbara Faison1. Disconnect. Pick one day to disconnect from all technology for one hour. Turn off all the phones, pagers, televisions and computers, including email. Once you disconnect,sit and allow yourself to be still. The mind needs time to relax and recharge and it cannot do that with external ...
Views: 1730(2 votes) - 7 Tips For Defusing Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Ramona CreelKNOW THYSELF The first key to creating a peaceful holiday season is identifying those holiday traditions that you ENJOY and those that you don’t. When you spend your precious time and energy on activities that you don’t find rewarding, you are destined to become FRUSTRATED and cranky. So go ...
Views: 1727(2 votes) - How Losing My Eyesight Expands My View of Reality - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Ken LaDerouteI was born with less than perfect eyesight. As a kid, I wore very thick glasses to correct my football-shaped eyeballs otherwise known as myopia or near-sightedness. Over the years I’ve managed by wearing contact lenses as they work well for near-sighted people. But lately, I’ve been having ...
Views: 1727(1 vote) - How to Manage Stress When Overwhelmed by Work - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe need to learn how to manage stress is becoming more important due to the fast pace and increasing responsibilities in our daily lives. Both home and work seem to be placing additional demands upon us that do NOT come with any additional time with which to meet them. The result quite ...
Views: 1726(2 votes) - Dive Right Into Fear - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2016 from Margie BeiswangerYep, that's right. Dive right in! Dont just dip your toe in the water and then shrink away when it feels chilly. No! The way to do it is to dive right in! And what happens once you're in? The water's not so chilly. You're splashing around and having fun. And the next thing you ...
Views: 1721 - Social Confidence and “Extrovert Skills” - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2015 from Lynette Crane“I used my extrovert skills.” “I had to learn some extrovert skills.” “Oh, well, I don’t have extrovert skills.” I hear these phrases all the time – and they drive me crazy. When did the ability to be socially graceful or to display good manners become the sole province of one group of ...
Views: 1721 - 3 Stress-Busting Tips Learned From Celebrity Meltdowns - by Submitted on May 10, 2007 from Ronnie NijmehI was recently asked to comment on the topic of stress relief for an article about celebrity breakdowns. It got me thinking about what we can learn from the celebs' all-too-public reactions to stress. Here are three tips that will help you (and any celebrity friends you many have) to reduce ...
Views: 1720 - How Our Environment Affects Our Stress Levels And How To Reduce The Tension - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2008 from Carol C. DenbowWe can easily identify our bigger stress issues — work, buying a house, and divorce, for example — as the main causes of our stress. In reality, the most harmful stress may come from the smallest of our daily frustrations. Where you live, how you eat, and what you see and hear every day of your ...
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