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- The danger of suppression: Don’t bottle up your emotions - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2013 from Adele TheronAny serious scientist will be familiar with the assertion that stress causes immune-compromise. A recent study by researchers at Harvard School of Public Health has finally put this long-held knowledge into perspective, deciphering that those who bottle up their feelings have a cardiovascular ...
Views: 1420 - Definition: Stress Management Training - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2008 from Stephanie AnastasioStress Management Training Stress management training has taken a big step forward in the last few years. The previous focus was on compiling a list of how many stress factors you were currently facing. This was summed up for stress management training on a Holmes-Rahe scale. The higher the ...
Views: 1419 - Get Ready For The Monsoon! - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2017 from Harshad JethraThere is so much that the monsoon season reminds you of! Monsoons have a personality of their own which is unique and very special. So you feel like going out dancing in the rain, maybe grab bite or two when you’re out with friends, or some fine comfort food as you catch a ball game while at ...
Views: 1419 - Shape Your Life Up: Tell Yourself the (Desired) Truth! - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Noelle NelsonAck!! Your computer is acting up—again—and despite hitting “escape” and every other “get-me-outta-here” key you can think of, you’re in frozen hell. “I hate this computer!” you mutter. Your co-worker glances over at you, “That’s what you always say. Maybe you should try talking pretty to it.” ...
Views: 1419 - Watchful Eye: The Best Locations to Place Security Cameras in Your Home - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2017 from Dixie SomersIt may feel like our neighborhoods have never been safer, but FBI statistics speak for themselves. 2016 saw only a modest 0.6 percent decrease in property crime, a statistic which includes home burglaries and invasions. While waiting for 2017 figures is all well and good, responsible homeowners ...
Views: 1418 - Why are we so stressed? And what can we do about it? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2014 from Melissa HeislerNever in history have we had such comforts and ease of living. Our grocery store shelves are stocked and we can cook a meal in minutes. We can communicate with family and friends around the world instantaneously and face to face. Modern conveniences make our day to day life easy. Then why the ...
Views: 1418 - How to use Biofeedback for stress relief - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Luka MalgajThe human body often produces certain abnormal physiological responses when it is under stress. Biofeedback system of stress monitoring uses the concept of monitoring these physiological responses by the use of electronic equipment and getting related results. The results from the tests ...
Views: 1417(3 votes) - "No, I'm Too Frazzled!" Common Mistakes Made When Overwhelmed By Stress - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2009 from Sue ParkerAre you feeling pummeled by some sort of stress every which way you turn? Perhaps your significant other recently lost his or her job. Maybe you are the primary caretaker of an elderly parent. Possibly your car refuses to start when you need to leave for an important appointment. Regardless of ...
Views: 1416(1 vote) - Creative Problem Solving For Increasing Workplace Productivity - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Rick CarterIncreasing workplace productivity is a major source of stress in the workplace. Management is under pressure to get more done in less time at less cost. Workers are under pressure to learn new technologies, or new procedures with out-dated technologies. The resulting stress can be crippling, ...
Views: 1416(6 votes) - If Only We Had Some Patience In A Bottle - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Anthon St MaartenWhat is one of the most valuable commodities that anyone can possess in this day and age? What is the one precious thing we all seem to lack? I believe that, given the opportunity, some of us would even trade all of our earthly possessions for a lifelong supply of this magical substance. It ...
Views: 1416(1 vote) - Is Stress at Work Only if You Lose Your Job? - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Darlene SiddonsStress isn’t only if you are laid off or are let go, stress is in the work place no matter what. Getting laid off and/or your job being eliminated just adds to the stress of it all; sort of like waiting for the other shoe to drop syndrome. Stress just seems to be everywhere in the world today, ...
Views: 1415 - STRESS MANAGEMENT: THE WAY TO INNER PEACE - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Al InfandeStress: it’s what happens when you’re up against a critical deadline; when you’re preparing for an important presentation; when you’re negotiating prices with a tough but important customer. It’s the daily wear and tear on the mind and body throughout one’s entire lifespan and, surprise...it’s ...
Views: 1415 - 5 Steps to Bouncing Forward ™ and Building Resilience - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Charmaine HammondWork-Life Harmony... Balance... Whatever you call it, is a challenge at the best of times. Resilience is one key to maintaining wellness. Resilience is often defined as the ability to bounce back after change, challenge, crisis and adversity; however, I have learned that bouncing back might ...
Views: 1414 - 8 Proven Strategies to Improve Your Time Management Skills - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Linda CattelanIt is not easy to plan when you are in “reaction” mode. When you are organized you tend to feel more confident and in control, and much less stressed or overwhelmed. You are able to see the bigger picture in order to think strategically and assess your priorities and timelines more objectively. ...
Views: 1414 - De-Stressing for Worried Folks - by Submitted on May 05, 2012 from Mary FitzpatrickDE-STRESSING for Worried Folks Did you know that 75% of Americans report that they feel “great stress” at least one day a week and I’m sure that number has increased during the current economy? So what can you do to help yourself thrive? Pay more attention to what you have control ...
Views: 1413 - Using Your Intuition For Stress Relief - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2004 from Susan StewartStress (short for dis-stress) arises when we can’t eliminate the negative emotions, feelings and thoughts that build up inside of us as a result of our reactions to daily events and relationships with others. Learning to listen to and trust your intuition can help relieve the stress in your ...
Views: 1413(1 vote) - Your Conflict Handling Toolbox - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Jane CranstonConstructive conflict is an essential part of any team, group, or partnership dynamic. If people do not disagree or come to the table with a variety of perspectives and their unique set of values, battles would eschew, new ideas would not flourish, and creativity would be stifled. When ...
Views: 1411 - A Personal Coach Advice on Avoiding Burnout at Work - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinMuch has been said already about how we could keep the balance between our personal life and work life. However, not all of the advice you get can actually match with your personality and lifestyle. While it is true that focusing too much on work and having very little time for your personal ...
Views: 1409 - Is Racing Against Time Really Worth It? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2013 from Mulyadi KurniaI recently came across this quote by Bonnie Friedman “An unhurried sense of time is in itself a sort of wealth”. An unhurried sense of time- is there actually such a thing, or such a person who doesn’t live in constant hurry? We live in an extremely fast-paced era where our mornings begin ...
Views: 1409 - The Best Stress Relief Toys - For When You Want to Play Your Stress Away - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2009 from Elisabeth KuhnRemember Nerf balls? Back in the 'old days', they were the ultimate stress relief toys. You could bounce one off your annoying brother's head without fear of putting his eye out or giving him a cracked skull, regardless of how much you felt he deserved it. In recent years, the popularity of ...
Views: 1408 - The Power Of You - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Julie FarhaThe human spirit is amazing and we are witnessing it everywhere these days. People taking charge and creating change in their lives, their countries and their worlds. This is how change occurs for nothing changes until you do. We see this happening currently in different ways. The citizens ...
Views: 1408(3 votes) - Relieving the Stress of Business Travel - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2017 from Dan BlacharskiEmployers are becoming more attuned to the realities of stressed-out employees, with some of the more forward-thinking companies offering stress-relieving amenities such as workout rooms, ergonomic office chairs, and even napping pods. But what the most active road warriors will tell you is that ...
Views: 1407 - Are You Eating Your Heart? - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Noelle NelsonA car cuts you off in traffic. Worse than that, it zig-zags in and out of lanes, putting innocent folks (you) at risk. You’re irritated, aggravated, you declaim loudly what a fool this driver is. Where’s a cop when you need one?! When you get home, you tell your spouse, your kids, the dog, ...
Views: 1405 - GEMS for Working Moms - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2013 from Phyllis GoldbergIs your life an endless cycle, revolving around work and taking care of the kids? If so, you’re not alone. In a recent study by the Families and Work Institute, ½ of American women say they don’t have enough time to spend on themselves and to choose the activities they enjoy. We all know that ...
Views: 1403 - Two Things You Can Do Now To Reduce Your Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Peggy FergusonWe know that once Thanksgiving is over, we will be having an increase in our stress. This yearly event, when the demands for our time, energy, money, and other resources increase exponentially, and our stress levels rises accordingly, is lovingly known as "the holidays". And each year, we just ...
Views: 1403(2 votes) - Crack up! The only way to kick dis-ease! - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from Jenni P Parker-BrownThe strongest, most courageous, most enlightened people succumb to it. Coaches do it. Happy people still do it. Masters of manifestation slip up occasionally. What is the habit that we can't seem to kick? Complaining. No matter where we are on our path to glory, when we feel ...
Views: 1402(1 vote) - Time Management 101: Stop the Distractions! - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinWhat is the number one reason people give for NOT doing something? I don’t have enough time! You have big ideas and made plans to start a meaningful project, but you can never find the time to get it done. Days, weeks, and months fly by but there hasn’t been any action taken to move you closer ...
Views: 1401 - ***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) - Amazing Stress Solutions For Small Spaces - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Lynda WellsBy Lynda Wells, PH.D.(c) Well, well, well. There you are, again. Hunched over your computer staring at the screen. Begin to relax your shoulders. Is that better? Just think about your back. Think about your hands as they are poised over the keyboard or clutching the mouse. Lean back. Now, ...
Views: 1399 - Choose Wisely Grasshopper - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2007 from Tim BrownsonWhich of these activities would you prefer to do? I’m not going to tell you what they are just the net effects and you can decide from there. Activity #1 – Can cause sleeplessness and irritability. It can also lead to numerous health problems including but not exclusive to, headaches, ...
Views: 1399 - Frustration Really Does Equal Success! - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Gary CoxeEarly one morning, you drag out of bed. The kids have kept you up all night. The neighbor’s dog won’t shut up and you are behind on paying some bills. Now, you’re supposed to jump up out of bed and say, “Today is going to be great!” right? Wrong! Simply put, sometimes life is not always ...
Views: 1399 - Recipes For Stress - by Submitted on May 18, 2003 from Charlie BadenhopIt is within your power to reduce the stressful reactions that you have. A key to changing your reactions is being able to track the way in which you generate stress. Recently, a coaching colleague told me a story about his client "Jim" who gets into many arguments and confrontations with ...
Views: 1399(1 vote) - Office Stress - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Scott DesgrosseilliersI normally have pretty good luck with the Law of Attraction. But perhaps the focus on “stress reduction” this month on the blog has caused my stress level to rise a bit. One bright side to that is I have lots of situations to apply the stress relief tips that are being shared. One stress ...
Views: 1398(3 votes) - The 5 Secret Keys to Experiencing Business Balance (any time of the year!) - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Heather DominickWhen you ignore consciously creating business balance you run the risk of burning out or shutting down both your business “doors” and your brilliance. Especially at this time of year, I hear from my clients that you are experiencing the effects of BEing out of business balance. This may show ...
Views: 1397(2 votes) - Cherry Juice - Health Advantages of Cherry Juice - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Duane ThomasMontmorency Tart cherries are swiftly becoming the 100% pure joint pain fighting selection for legions of arthritis pain suffers. The increased interested in Tart cherries and tart cherry based products is not only due to the ever growing number of food scientists conducting| study on Tart ...
Views: 1397(1 vote) - Protect your Child from Stress in 5 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Jeni HooperModern life is fast and highly stimulating, we are bombarded by information and are tempted by endless opportunities which create increasingly high expectations of what we should do and achieve. Many adults thrive on this adrenaline-high lifestyle. But have you noticed how many children are far ...
Views: 1397(1 vote) - Recession got you Stressed--Secrets to Transform Stress to Success - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Annie LawrenceAre you aware of the habits that sabotage your success? Do these habits make you feel stressed? Everyone has stress and sabotage habits and how well you manage stress means the difference between success and failure in your life, and relationship. Follow these easy secrets to find your success ...
Views: 1395 - 5 Stress Busters - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Lynn DormanAre you stressed? Or are you among the rare 25% of Americans who are not greatly stressed at least once a week? [A number down from 45% about 25 years ago.] Why we have so many more people feeling stressed these days has been attributed to factors such as job concerns, crime, changing ...
Views: 1394(4 votes) - Do You Use This Skill to Decrease Stress? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Maurine PattenA recent study conducted by the American Psychological Association found that 75 percent of adults have experienced moderate to high levels of stress in the previous month. Almost half of the group reported that their stress had increased in the previous year. Unfortunately, only half of the ...
Views: 1394(2 votes) - Eliminate Stress And Anxiety Naturally - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Rhonda JonesDeep breathing exercises provide an excellent method to relieve stress and rid yourself of toxic emotions that inhabit your body. Emotions play an integral part in our personalities and often tap into the yearnings of our subconscious mind. Without emotions our lives would be pretty bland. God ...
Views: 1394 - Three Easy Stages to Help Make Hard Decisions - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2012 from Brian DawsonIn 2009, I had started my own company while at the same time working as a senior manager at a another company. I enjoyed both because each job provided me with an exciting life of travel challenges, and connecting with people. The time for both jobs was grueling, and I have a wonderful family ...
Views: 1394 - How Stressful Thinking Impacts You - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2013 from Linda HamptonMost of us experience tension daily, often it's hour by hour or worse minute to minute. How we cope with stress and worry determines whether we move forward or allow it to hold us back. Habitual negative thinking is often frenzied, inaccurate, and undependable, yet you can go through your entire ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - 3 Creative Ways to De-Stress - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Pat HeydlauffStress often comes from being overwhelmed by just looking at or listening to all the clutter and chaos in your surroundings. Is clutter in the form of stacks of magazines, tons of paperwork, piles of clothes, boxes and books, 24/7 media, electronic devices constantly interrupting or… creating ...
Views: 1392(3 votes) - How can Meditation help in relieving Stress? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2012 from Mulyadi KurniaStress has a lot to do with the state of your mind and the control you have over your emotions. There are a number of factors that can get us worked up but no matter what the cause of your stress is, one sure way to combat stress is through meditation. What is Meditation? Meditation is a ...
Views: 1391 - Stress Can Make You Fat - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsPeople who are already battling the bulge seem to really pack on the pounds when they experience stress. Jason Block, MD, whose Harvard research appears in The American Journal of Epidemiology, implicates stress as a trigger for weight gain. Apparently stress is gender specific. Men get ...
Views: 1391(3 votes) - Welcome to my stress-free world - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2004 from David LeonhardtWhat the world needs more of is...stress. This means I must deliver a formal apology to all 17,124 subscribers to my newsletter, A Daily Dose of Happiness, for running a series on stress reduction tips and wasting their time in such a frivolous fashion, when they could be using that time to ...
Views: 1390 - De-Stress Instead of Distress! 8 Ways to Combat Stress - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Jan MiesseSince the beginning of time, stress has been in our lives. Every era has faced its share of threatening situations. Today, more than ever, the stress of finances, careers, economy, deadlines, conflicts, jobs and the demands of our time and money, take a huge toll on our health. Some say that ...
Views: 1389(1 vote) - Overcome Fatigue With Energy Boosters - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Kevin SchoeningerOur culture is in overdrive and it's a challenge not to get run over. If we feel that we are in charge at the wheel, it's a challenge to keep the energy balance in our favor. We need to be sure that energy boosters outweigh energy drainers and that the sheer quantity of what we take on stays ...
Views: 1389 - Anxiety And Stress - Use NLP To Overcome Them And Relax - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Alan B. DenskyNow more than ever, scientific investigations are confirming the essential responsibility of stress in causing and aggravating numerous psychological and somatic afflictions. In the June 6, 1983 issue of Time Magazine, the cover story described stress as "The Epidemic of the Eighties." It also ...
Views: 1387 - Dealing with Stress - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowAnd then there was STRESS; have you ever heard someone say that they “thrive under pressure?” Maybe this statement even hits home in your court and possibly it could be true. Many people work well under the gun and some may even produce fabulous results. However, do you know that nervous ...
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