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- Releasing Tension and Stress - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Adam BenedettoAs we go through life, we tend to add up what has happened to us, what has gone wrong, and how we made it through it. We take and add up what has come before and hold onto it, instead of letting go of it. Therefore, by adding up our troubles, our mistakes, and our problems, we are creating a ...
Views: 676 - Executive Challenge #8: "I Feel Guilty Saying 'No'." - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Brenda BenceAs a busy exec, you're constantly pulled in many directions. Headquarters wants your profit projections for next quarter a week in advance of when you planned, there's a line of direct reports at your office door waiting to meet with you, your inbox is filled with 200+ unanswered emails, and a ...
Views: 1090 - Living Life, but Missing Life - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Carolyn BatesThe Adrenaline Lifestyle, Adrenaline Addiction, can be very difficult to acknowledge and to balance. It’s a form of compulsive behavior, sometimes leading to substance abuse and depression. A busy lifestyle can be compelling because society seems to admire and promote this. People who are ...
Views: 1449(2 votes) - Pain Relief and Yoga Meditation - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Dion DalyDo you suffer from frequent pain? Do you hate relying on medication every time you suffer from pain? If you do, then you will be pleased to hear that yoga meditation is another pain relief option open to you that doesn't involve having weird side effects. A lot of people suffering from frequent ...
Views: 1166 - How to Stop Worrying - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2011 from Willie HortonWorry is corrosive form of useless thought – that is all worry is. Yet, it turns mole hills into mountains, conjures up imaginary crises and transforms the small puddles that we have to inevitably step over in life into raging impassable rivers. Instead of looking at life’s little hand ...
Views: 1892(12 votes) - Co-Workers and Your Job - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Adam BenedettoSometimes the people we work with are not the ones we would choose to be around. We often do not click our co-workers and we find it hard to accept our place within the confines of who we must be to do so. Work alone can sometimes be stressful and hard to cope with, but adding the stress of ...
Views: 742 - Eliminate Your Stress with Hypnosis - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2011 from Steve G. JonesIn today's world, the sad reality is that most people are overly stressed, and very few realize just how helpful hypnosis can be in eliminating that stress. Hypnosis is essentially a very deep form of relaxation. However, because of some incorrect ideas about the process, many people are ...
Views: 1681(2 votes) - Stress Relief Tips For Work - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from josh deaconStress at the work place is a common occurrence. It happens on a daily basis. You have demands from you boss, your customer, tight deadline to meet, daily meetings, and when all seem fine and things are running smooth. Machine at your the workplace starts to break down. Ignoring you stress is ...
Views: 896 - Money Worries and Journaling - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Mari L. McCarthyWhile many may think of journaling as a harmless, completely reflective process, the truth is that keeping a journal can actually be a revolutionary act. Journal writing helps us reclaim ourselves and use our power to create a better life than we have previously known. Journaling shows us ...
Views: 2017(2 votes) - Relax and Let Go - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Adam BenedettoIn life we find ourselves always pushing, working, and striving for something better, whether it is ourselves, our situation, or something around us. We work very hard at this, sometimes to the point of exhaustion, finding that we can never fully relax and let it be. Who we are is capable of ...
Views: 862 - How to face your fears and overcome anxiety? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Dia ThabetDo you want to face your fears so you can combat anxiety and improve your life? How to face your fears, so you can reduce anxiety and live your dreams? Most fears develop in childhood and adolescence and they rarely happen. Fears often keep people in their comfort zone. Therefore, instead ...
Views: 1348 - Freedom From Stress and Worry - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWhen we feel under pressure or stressed out, we tend to compartmentalize the issues. We categorize the event, the problem, or how we are seeing it and then justify our behavior. Life is not about obstacles or about seeing what needs to be done. We live our lives in constant awareness of the ...
Views: 905(1 vote) - ***What is Stress? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Larry CraneStress is anything that causes us to feel insecure. For the most part, we think stress is a normal part of life. Stress is actually resistance. Whenever we are struggling with something, we are feeding a part of ourself with negativity. We haven’t fully decided to move forward, to do, or not ...
Views: 1024(2 votes) - How Does Stress Affect Your Overall Health? Top Seven Ways to Relieve Stress - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Suzanne GloverHaving stress affect your overall health today is a widespread concern. While, the signs of stress are numerous and worth discussing, of more importance is learning the best ways to relieve stress. This article answers the question, "How does stress affect health?" as well as describes one of ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - Sleep Better Live Longer - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Dr Tom PotiskResearchers found that if people slept less than 7 hours a night or more than 8 hours a night, they had an increased risk of death. For short sleep women, that increase was 21% (men: 26%) and for long sleeping women, the increase was 17% (men: 24%). If the participants reported using sleep ...
Views: 1289(1 vote) - Treatment To Cure Skin Disease - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Dominick MachugaEczema is a name for the medical condition which makes an angry, red inflammation of the skin. Eczema may effect every part of the body but is most widespread on the elbows, face, knees and arms where it produces a thickening of the skin as well as a spotty appearance to the skin. You ought to ...
Views: 760 - Healing What Hurts - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Val Wilcoximportant to realize that this pain is something that needs to be acknowledged and processed. The longer you hold onto that pain, the harder it is to work through it. There will come a time when you will be forced to acknowledge it. This old pain makes itself known to you in ways you can’t ...
Views: 1179 - Best 4 Anti-stress Gadgets - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. How do you deal with stress disorder? Do you go out with your friends? Do you treat yourself to a massage or spa? It is very important you can find a breather every day, at least for 15 minutes. You should never allow stress to get the best ...
Views: 2794 - Caregiver Stress: Reduce Burnout as Soon as Possible - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Taking care of someone is a rewarding experience. It is perhaps the highest form of love. However, it can also be very stressful. As a caregiver, you’re almost always on call. You also have to deal with the feeling of losing someone, especially ...
Views: 1466 - 6 Stress Relief Techniques for Toddlers - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. If your child seems to be sick all the time, doesn’t want to eat properly, or is often silent or irritable, there’s a huge chance that he or she is under a lot of stress. As a parent, these signs and symptoms should never be ignored. A lot ...
Views: 1920 - Effective Methods in Dealing with Acute Stress Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. You were walking along the street when you noticed two men fighting. Suddenly one of them shot the other to his death. At first it seemed like it didn’t have any effect on you until you’re having flashbacks. You could no longer go to sleep, and ...
Views: 1377 - 4 Common Herbal Remedies for Stress - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. How do you deal with stress? Do you shop like there is no tomorrow? Do you sleep a lot? Or do you pop some calming pills? Perhaps you are not fully aware there are several herbal remedies you can choose from. They do not leave you drowsy or ...
Views: 809 - Common Physical Effects of Stress and How to Get Rid of Them - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Truth be told, stress is not bad at all. You know how it makes you feel more inspired and motivated to beat the clock or perhaps exceed the expectations of your colleagues or peers. However, there are times when the level of stress goes too ...
Views: 729 - Herbs for Depression and Other Natural Ways to Beat It - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. If you’re suffering from depression, then there’s a good chance you’re taking certain medications. The problem with prescriptions, however, is they tend to promote dependency. The body becomes immune to their effects, so you’re forced to ...
Views: 689 - Instant Calming Techniques for the Stressed Out - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. There are times when we just can’t help but feel simply stressed out. Before you turn to antidepressant meds or before you drive yourself crazy with all the things you worry and stress out about, why don’t you look for some stress relief ...
Views: 948 - STRESS TRIGGERS Conniving friends! - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Elizabeth McNallyHave you ever had a so-called friend that turned into your nemesis as time went by and still remained glued to you in some way even though you’ve done all you could think of to push this person out of your life? Have you ever witnessed how some individuals weave themselves into your every ...
Views: 3592 - How Not to Lose Yourself Together with Money - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Blame it on the economy, bad investment skills, greedy people, the government, and global wars. The bottom line is you don’t have any money right now, and your bills are piling up. Your children are already in school, and your partner ...
Views: 685 - WHAT TO DO ABOUT STRESS – THE 30 POINT PLAN (from 'Handbook to Survive Life'') - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: WHAT TO DO ABOUT STRESS – THE 30 POINT PLAN (from 'Handbook to Survive Life'') Author: Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/craiglock http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig and www.lulu.com/craiglock Craig's blog with thoughts and extracts from ...
Views: 836 - Managers, Learn How to Manage Workplace Stress - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Sure, being a manager means hundreds of dollars a month. However, it’s also a very stressful job. Imagine, you’re responsible to not just one but plenty of people. You are accountable to whatever happens to the business. Every day you deal with ...
Views: 624 - Five Causes of Procrastination - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2011 from Lynda EdwardsDo you put things off? Then, ponder these common causes of procrastination, that maddening habit that keeps some of us spinning our wheels indefinitely. If you’re spinning your own wheels as well, understanding Why you procrastinate could be the first step toward getting that habit under ...
Views: 606 - Reduce Sports Stress in 5 Best Approaches - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Being an athlete can be very rewarding. You get to pursue one of the things you love to do, be paid handsomely, and even keep your body physically fit and healthy. But it also brings a lot of danger physically, emotionally, and mentally. ...
Views: 639 - How To Cope With Uncertainty - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Roseanna LeatonUncertainty can be an uncomfortable feeling for many people. Some people thrive upon anticipation of the unknown, but the majority of us are more comfortable when we know where we stand or what is going to happen. I'm not suggesting that this is the case with everything. People rarely worry ...
Views: 882 - Understanding Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. You think it will never happen to you, but post traumatic stress disorder can affect anyone. What is post traumatic stress syndrome? Post traumatic stress, usually abbreviated as PTSD, is a real anxiety disorder; it is a mental medical ...
Views: 697 - Overwhelmed? 7 Ways to Regain Control - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2017 from Linda CattelanOver the past 5 years, since I began my professional coaching practice, I have seen a dramatic increase in the number of people experiencing overwhelm. This heightened feeling of being stretched to the limit can contribute to increased sleepless nights, increased levels of stress, a sense of ...
Views: 1300 - 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) - Six Great Ways to Fight Work Stress - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Dion DalyIf you've discovered your perfect career, you may still come across stress at work from time to time, all because of the simple reason that everything in life doesn't always go according to plan. It doesn't matter if you're fighting work stress constantly or just every now and again, there ...
Views: 1089(1 vote) - Tips on How to Relieve Stress and Depression - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2011 from Belinda DalyThe human body has a natural relaxation response which is an effective solution to all kinds of negative stress and depression. All methods of relaxation techniques - deep breathing, visualization, meditation, and yoga, etc. - aids your body to trigger the relaxation response. It is important ...
Views: 708 - 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) - 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) - CRISIS MANAGEMENT PLAN - A FORM TO FILL OUT FOR WHEN CRISES ENTER YOUR WORLD - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Sheri AdamsWe all experience times in our life when we are in a crisis, be it emotional distress or physical issues that are beyond a point we ourselves can control or deal with alone. Having a Crisis Management Plan is one of the best ways for you to be prepared for crises that will rise in your life ...
Views: 3403(1 vote) - What Are the Signs of Stress? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from George TennysonMost sufferers of stress are ignorant of the problem until it's getting out of hand. With stress there is a great deal of diversity when it comes to symptoms and reactions; this is a huge part of the problem. If you learn to recognize the symptoms of stress faster you'll be able to treat it ...
Views: 653 - EFT: Mobile Stress and Anxiety Buster - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Karen KleinwortI love it when I hear my clients say "WOW!" after learning a new modality they can take with them to use at their own convenience. The Emotional Freedom Technique, more commonly known as EFT, is a reprogramming modality that allows users to remove energetic as well as physical restrictions. It ...
Views: 1485 - How to Overcome Excess Stress - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2015 from Liisa KyleA moderate amount of stress can be a good thing. It can motivate us to stop procrastinating and to get things done. It can energize a project and, let's be honest, make life more exciting. Excess stress, however, can be damaging indeed. It can paralyze us, derail our progress and wreck havoc ...
Views: 1240 - March Madness for Busy Women Professionals - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Jennifer PeekIt's here - March Madness! For busy professional women, that isn't a reference to the NCAA basketball tournament. March Madness is usually characterized by the onslaught of employee requests for Friday afternoons off, the start of spring kids' sports seasons and a to-do list a mile long for ...
Views: 1127 - Being In The Moment - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from Adam BenedettoBeing in the moment is about releasing everything, the purpose of this being that you then exist with nothing pulling at you. Therefore, there is openness, a clear space to be with no ulterior distractions. No pull forward or backward, but simply being present with where you are. There are ...
Views: 915(2 votes) - How approval seeking increases your worry? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2011 from Dia ThabetDo you seek approval constantly? Do you depend on others for your self esteem? How approval seeking increases your worry and anxiety? People especially children, teens, and young adults seek approval constantly and many worry that they won’t get it. People want to be liked and they want ...
Views: 1692(1 vote) - Are You Suffering From J.O.B Burnout? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2011 from Beth MollenkampAccording to a number of studies completed, up to 50% of employees think often of quitting their current jobs. Why do so many employees spend time thinking about leaving? According to a Gallop poll, a large majority leave because they don’t have a good relationship with their immediate ...
Views: 1815 - Stress Relief Exercise To Give You Reassurance - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Andrew JohnsonStress is a thing which is experienced by everyone in the world, however, there is ranging levels that individuals will probably put up with, which range from rather controlled to particularly excessive. With respect to extreme cases, a straightforward stress relief exercise may be required to ...
Views: 1087 - 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) - Working life woes - workin’ 9 to 5... - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2011 from geraldine osowskaClever old Dolly Parton knew what she was talking about when she made her melodic interpretations on working life and her words of wisdom have never been so relevant. Every year the UK loses a whopping 11.4 million working days due to workplace related stress/anxiety or depression; this is the ...
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