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- Overworked and Overwhelmed - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from Rhonda NeelyDo you ever sit down and write a To Do list and at the end of the day you find that you couldn't get everything done that was on your list? Then you start the next day's To Do list with the items left over from the day before and add to it for the new day? That is how I was taught to get ...
Views: 1300(6 votes) - 4 Ways of Dealing with Frustration - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2009 from Richard OnebamoiWhen confronted with a frustrated situation, you can choose to allow it overwhelm you or to transform it into creative opportunities and unlock the power to succeed. In dealing with frustration it is imperative that you look at your situation with a new perspective this one single act can change ...
Views: 2902(5 votes) - What is Stress? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Michelle CastoStress is an interpretation of an event or circumstance which is understood to be a threat. It can be any force or pressure put on a system (living or nonliving) which may result in a need for the system to adapt or change. Stress on human beings is like a rubber band. You also stretch to ...
Views: 2152(4 votes) - Dealing With Stress When Marketing Online - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2011 from TJ PhilpottInternet marketers are no different from their offline counterparts insofar as they too are dealing with stress. In fact in many ways for anybody who works online the need to manage stress is even more important because of the lack of physical activity and human contact. Here are 5 tips for ...
Views: 650(3 votes) - Helping Children Cope With Illness and Death of Loved One - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Judy WrightChildren who have been allowed to participate in the care of loved one, including hospice care at end of life, are better prepared later in life when losses of any kind occur. Loss of a Pet For many children the first death they may witness or participate in, is the death of a pet. When I ...
Views: 2345(3 votes) - How To Sidestep the Effects of Stress - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Margie WarrellStress has a way of jumping out at us at the least expected times - like at holiday time. The stress that arrives unannounced, however, can stress you out to the max and carry right on over to the new year. Don't let it. Learn how to step aside from stress by using this handy checklist. ...
Views: 1336(3 votes) - Reprogramming Techniques Can Alleviate Stress - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyStress is that feeling of being unable to cope with situations that arise; of not having the correct information on how to deal with a problem. Being stressed means to be in a state of extreme physical or nervous strain. Extreme stress then turns into distress when your state of mind slips into ...
Views: 1138(3 votes) - ***Reduce Stress in Any Situation - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2011 from Sharon MelnickThere are always 3 strategies you can use to tackle any stressful situation: Problem Perception Physiology Usually you might only think about trying to “change the problem”, and if you can’t do that then you might think you have to just put up with it. This framework shows you that ...
Views: 3240(2 votes) - 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) - 8 Ways To Relieve Stress, Unwind and Renew - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2013 from Gia CilentoEveryone has stress. It’s a natural part of life and happens everyday. There’s no escaping it. What you can escape, however, are the harmful side effects of prolonged, extreme, and/or chronic stress. First, let’s take a look at stress, what it is, how it impacts you, how to recognize it and ...
Views: 1966(2 votes) - Control the Uncontrollable - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2010 from CHARLES GLASSMANFor the most part, there are things that have happened in our life or will happen this week, of which we have little or no control. When stuff happens it has a way of draining our enthusiasm, optimism, belief, and faith. Certainly those who rely on the Gulf of Mexico for their livelihood have ...
Views: 3194(6 votes) - EFT for Stress Reduction - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Ruthi BackenrothStress has been shown to cause a physiological reaction in the body that can have many adverse effects, including osteopenia and osteoporosis. Bone loss may lead to further stressors such as pain, less mobility, medical bills and depression, which can create a feedback loop of more stress ...
Views: 3446(2 votes) - How Life Works - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHere's how life works: you sprain an ankle, and while recovering, someone offers you the chance to housesit at a beautiful Writer's Retreat. This happened to a friend of mine today. I'm heading to BALI in July and needed a housesitter. Terren and I spoke briefly on the street this AM. She ...
Views: 616(4 votes) - Is laughter is an effective stress relief tool? - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Pattie PillingLaughter is a phenomenal stress relief tool. Laughter is spectacular for so many things. It is a great way for stress relief. Stress relief comes in many different packages. Laughter is so much fun. Why not have fun! Why not laugh! The body doesn’t know if it is a spontaneous laugh or if it is ...
Views: 1250(2 votes) - Is Your Car The Only Place WhereYou Feel Like You're in Control? - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2004 from Sopan Greenehttp://www.InspiredEnoughToChange.com I've got a theory that most beings feel out of control in most areas of their lives. We also feel out of control in most of our daily circumstances. Do you feel like you must react to what your boss tells you, how much money you have at this moment, how ...
Views: 1087(2 votes) - Let Humor Keep You Well - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Audrey PihulykOur bodies are intricately designed, so that when a breakdown occurs in one area, due to stress, it can have an adverse effect on other parts of our body. Stress is the body’s reaction to a demand made upon it. Unfortunately, stress is all around us and we do not have to look far to find ...
Views: 1179(2 votes) - Optimism: A wonderful antidote for stress - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from Tele OpakunleWouldn't it be nice to look at an acorn and already see a mighty oak? How about perceiving every image of despair as hope and transmuting every idea of sorrow into joy. Sounds too technical, doesn’t it? Well the idea is about focusing your energy on a positive outcome rather than a negative one. ...
Views: 1094(4 votes) - Overcoming Adversity: Regaining Strength and Hope During Struggle - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Miki StrongDo you feel like your inner light is very dark? Do you feel like you're ready to implode with the stress of your adversity? Know that you're not alone, especially in this time of a global financial shift. Many others are experiencing the same kind of adversity that you are - right now. That ...
Views: 2585(2 votes) - Tips to Manage Workplace Stress - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2009 from Steve CaldwellStress, when seen from the perspective of health, productivity, cost commitment and safety, is a real challenge for all. Almost everyone, whether in business or personal life, is under workplace stress to give results, put up with rules and to be available compatibly with others on the ...
Views: 1616(2 votes) - ***The Art of Flow and How to Tap Into It - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteI've often affirmed, "Let go and flow." Flow generates inspiration and births the A-HA moments of your clarity and vision. All struggle is out-of-flow experience. Where you struggle is where you have turned your back on and said NO to you. Denying who you are and what you are here to be, do ...
Views: 1399(3 votes) - Your Bodymind: Moving In and Out of Stress - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsImagine you are trying to squeeze some toothpaste out of a tube but you have forgotten to take the top off. What happens? Deb actually did this in one of her most unaware moments (they do happen!) and the toothpaste soon found another way out—through the bottom of the tube and onto her ...
Views: 620(4 votes) - *** Stress Relief: Take Up Cog-Knitting - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteGranny may be on to something that our comparatively inexperienced presence may not be aware of. We often run to Granny for her sage, sometimes cryptic, wisdom. And Grannies knit. Are the two related? Would we be well served by picking up a pair of knitting needles and a skein or two of yarn? ...
Views: 1371(1 vote) - ***Overwhelmed? 5 Steps to Become Your Own Taskmaster - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteIn today's fast paced hustle and bustle world you may become overwhelmed by everything that needs to get accomplished in a day, especially during a busy holiday season. A feeling of overwhelm will set in where you just can't decide what to do or how to do it to achieve your personal and ...
Views: 2721(1 vote) - ***Therapy is a Powerful Tool - Is It For You? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2009 from Dr. Jim ManganielloTherapy can be a powerful tool for your personal growth and well-being. It’s also a great stress buster. But is it for you? And how do you find a good therapist? What do you need to know about a therapist before deciding to work with her or him? How should you relate to a therapist? Is ...
Views: 944(1 vote) - 10 Point Checklist to Successfully Manage a Crisis - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Chris Ruisi787 Dreamliner or Nightmare – Boeing Has A Crisis Over the last several weeks, we have read about the problems with Boeing’s new state-of –the-art 787, which has resulted in the FAA “grounding” the entire fleet of this new airliner. The center of the storm is focused on the new lithium-ion ...
Views: 1571(1 vote) - Achieving Goals Efficiently Increases Personal Effectiveness - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2011 from Rick CarterDoing something well is worthless if you are doing the wrong thing. Your personal effectiveness is maximized when you remain focused on your goals. Defining a specific detailed path to your goals is an absolute requirement. Here are 5 methods of defining efficient paths to achieve defined ...
Views: 2564(1 vote) - Airplane Accident - Would You Survive? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Sue WhiteAs I sat watching Dancing with the Stars tonight, the dancing was suddenly interrupted with a Breaking News Alert ... there had just been an airplane accident at Houston's Hobby airport. I Survived an Airplane Accident: I was immediately reminded of a similar event that happened to me ...
Views: 1250(1 vote) - Caution your job may be hazardous to your health! - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from William PoppenMost products or activities that are considered dangerous are labeled with a warning. Cigarette packages have a warning from the Surgeon General’s office. Stepladders have a warning that the top steps should be avoided. Likewise job contracts should be stamped with a statement that your job ...
Views: 1865(1 vote) - Dealing with Stress as a Mom Before it Deals with You - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Cameron CarterEvery mom sees their children as a blessing, but when it comes to managing the entire household, running errands, having a social life, and/or maintaining a thriving career any woman would get stressed out. Did you know excessive high levels of stress will eventually cause health issues? And as ...
Views: 1467(1 vote) - Ethical Issues Inherent with Workplace Stress - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2009 from Michael LeeThere are several possible triggers of stress in the office, but the most common are ethical issues inherent with workplace stress. Stress has been one of the basic part of life, wherein people are constantly subjected to pressure of meeting demands. Researchers have recognized and identified ...
Views: 4304(2 votes) - Foods We Eat And Stress - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2009 from Sue HeldenbrandWhen we usually think of stress, food is not usually at the top of our list as causing stress. But, recent research studies indicate that there may be a connection between what we eat and how we cope with stress. As almost half of our population complains of some form of stress, stress has ...
Views: 2892(1 vote) - How Dealing with Stress Made Me Feel Better - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Cameron CarterIt doesn't matter where you came from, if you are a guy or a girl, or if your white, brown, black, or purple, stress affects you just the same. Even with excessive amounts of stress all over in our society, not many people know why we get stressed out or how to deal with it. We need to ...
Views: 927(1 vote) - How to Deal with Work-Related Stress - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Cameron CarterStress can occur at any type of job no matter what position you hold. In fact the higher the position the more responsibility you usually have, and when you get stressed out in the workplace it can start to affect your job performance. So it's important to learn to cope with that stress and ...
Views: 1105(1 vote) - How to Manage Wedding Day Stress - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Nariman TaweelYour wedding should be filled with happiness, joy and excitement. However for many couples it can be stressful and overwhelming. Stress manifests itself in many ways and these are merely some of the symptoms; stomach problems, and lack of concentration, moodiness, insomnia, poor skin, fatigue ...
Views: 1041(1 vote) - Leadership Must Balance Dynamic And Static Growth - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2013 from Rick CarterLeadership needs the balance between the static of what works vs. dynamic creative growth. This is not a division between conservative or low-risk-takers compared to risk-takers or recklessness. It is the decision between choosing what must be kept in place - the static - and what must be ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - 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) - POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER - by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental and emotional condition that has its origins in a physical and/or mentally traumatic event that occurred anywhere from a few days to several years in the past. PTSD can develop by one overwhelming trauma as in 9/11 or by a series of smaller traumas or ...
Views: 1167(2 votes) - Psychological Stress - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2009 from Gary BateWhen I was a youngster I remember my parents and grandparents telling me that my health was the most important thing in my life 'because without it you can't do anything' or words to that effect. I wonder if they knew they were imparting ancient wisdom to me? It is now obvious to me, that as a ...
Views: 1438(1 vote) - Responding to Change - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from David windleResponding to Change Keep your ship steady in choppy seas Change is an inevitable and necessary part of life. Even small changes can have a big impact, leading to feelings of anxiety and loss of control. Try these tips to help you stay happy during change. 1. Come home to your ...
Views: 1502(1 vote) - Self Help Tips On How To Deal With Anxiety - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you having problems with anxiety? Anxiety is a problem that can be treated, both medically and holistically. Today I will be sharing with you some self help tips on how you can get rid of anxiety. To start off my self help tips, I want you to know that most of the time, anxiety is the ...
Views: 2454(1 vote) - Stress and Job Performance - Three Ways in Which Stress Can Erode Your Ability to Do Good Work - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Elisabeth KuhnStress and peak performance just don't mix. While a little stress in the form of deadlines can help focus the mind nicely, at least for some people, ongoing excessive stress erodes performance. Read on to discover why and what you can do. If you've ever been really stressed -- and especially ...
Views: 1154(1 vote) - Stress and Your Well-Being - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Dion DalyThe Dangers of Stress Most people suffer from Stress. Even though it is fairly common, it still needs to be dealt with given its effect on a person's health and well-being. Every time you undergo stress, your body produces chemical alterations in your brain that might also have an adverse ...
Views: 843(1 vote) - 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) - Stress Relief In Uncertain Economic Times: 7 Steps to a Balanced, Healthy Life and Relationship - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Dr. Cindy BrownIn today’s economic climate, many of us must balance many things in our lives to survive, be happy, healthy and successful. You may be juggling a job or career, or maybe you own or have several jobs or businesses like I do, a relationship, and some of you may even have children and then there’s ...
Views: 1697(2 votes) - Ten Creative Steps To Less Stress - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Jude Treder-WolffCreative thinking is a skill we can learn and practice in the course of daily life and here is the best reason to try: simply "changing set" or shifting attention can mitigate stress. Taking every opportunity to experiment with a new approach or attitude in familiar, predictable or routine ...
Views: 1300(2 votes) - Ten Tips For Effective Stress Management - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2011 from Rick CarterStress is a necessary part of life. Stress, in a positive form, lets you know that you are challenging your own limits, like when you strain to lift 10 more pounds or push yourself to finish a project before the deadline. Stress, in a negative form, wears down your physical and emotional ...
Views: 1580(1 vote) - The Effect of Stress on Your Body and Health - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Kell TremaynStress affects your health and is one of the causes of long term illness. For example, have you ever wondered why you may catch a cold after the exam period or some stressful deadline at work. This is because stress can affect your immune system. However, the consequence of lowered immune ...
Views: 875(1 vote) - The Way to Overcome Performance Stress - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyThe thing is what is Performance Stress? Well, performance stress has to be one of the biggest causes of stress in the workplace. With a working atmosphere that continuously exposes its employees to a given set of requirement that they must meet, this much pressure can lead a person to question ...
Views: 583(1 vote) - Top Tips for Tough Times - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Patrick WanisLet’s talk about the top tips to thrive and succeed during tough times Face your fears and finances Sit down and be clear about your current situation. This is step one: you must know from where you start because it’s easier to solve the problem when you know exactly what it is, and from there ...
Views: 893(1 vote) - WHAT TO DO ABOUT STRESS – THE 30 POINT PLAN (from 'Handbook to Survive Life') - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: WHAT TO DO ABOUT STRESS – THE 30 POINT PLAN (from 'Handbook to Survive Life'') Author: Craig Lock Web sites: https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831 http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig and ...
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