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- Can You Change Holiday Traditions? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Aila Accad, RN,My friend, Kay called. Stressed about the impending holiday season, she complained, “I’m planning that darn Christmas Eve dinner.” She is experiencing this once welcomed tradition as a dreaded event. “Can you change traditions? She asked.” The tradition began when her mother married. ...
Views: 3243(2 votes) - Cannot Sleep? - Guaranteed Success in 15 Minutes! - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2013 from Matthew M. McEwanHave you have tried a bunch of methods for how to fall asleep but still cannot sleep? Then you're in luck. I hereby give you a 100% guarantee that you are able to fall asleep within 15 minutes using the way I'm about to describe. It's true, I promise. Ready? Ok, let's get going! ...
Views: 2086(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) - Creative Thinking And Increasing Workplace Productivity - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Rick CarterThe pressure and stress focused on increasing workplace productivity is getting to be almost unbearable: More companies are feeling that they have to be profitable at all costs, and that cost is usually your time and health. And usually that stress is compounded by the feeling that there is ...
Views: 2028(3 votes) - Curiosity Transforms Fear - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2009 from Wendy McDonnell"We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them." Albert Einstein Watch a child examine a bug for the first time. What do you see? Wide eyes looking closely, touching, tasting, and asking “what’s that?” or “what does it do?” Curiosity is an emotion growing ...
Views: 1371(1 vote) - Cutting Through Stress - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2009 from Cheryl HitchcockStress is something that comes with everyday life. It's not something that we can eliminate completely or need to avoid at all costs, but there are ways to manage stress so that it doesn't consume you. The holidays are almost upon us and even though it's a happy time we all know that it's also ...
Views: 933(2 votes) - Danger in the Eyes - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Kathy ThompsonMartin Luther King, Abraham Lincoln, Marilyn Monroe, John F. Kennedy, Indira Gandhi, Ted Bundy. What did they all have in common: Sanpaku!! What is it? When we’re born, our eyes are perfectly balanced between the upper and lower eyelids. They touch so no white shows below or ...
Views: 8290(1 vote) - 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) - Dealing with Stress - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Stress wreaks havoc on our mind and our body. We will examine the impact of stress and use traffic as an example. If you do not commute back and forth to work, just imagine you are leaving town on your vacation. We are on our way to work; we have traveled the same route a million times. ...
Views: 1565(1 vote) - Detached Observation Meditation - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2009 from charles MacInerneyRemember laying on your back as a kid, and watching the clouds without trying to change them, control them, or pass judgment on them? These are the very same qualities we look for in the practice of Detached Observation. This was J. Krishnamurti's favorite form of meditation, and the following ...
Views: 3533(1 vote) - EFT: Healing for Emotional Trauma, Stress and Anxiety - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Dr. Lynne ZimmermanMedical doctors estimate that as many as 90 percent of all people seeking medical care for any reason are doing so because of a stress-related disorder. Given millions of home foreclosures, jobs lost and parents unable to provide adequately for their children, these numbers are not surprising. ...
Views: 2901(1 vote) - Exercise for Stress Relief - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2004 from Susan StewartIt is well known that exercise helps to alleviate stress. In fact, the American Council on Exercise reminds Americans that one of the most effective methods of stress relief is exercise. The National Heart, Lung and Blood Association endorses exercise as a way to reduce stress, and recommends ...
Views: 9104(4 votes) - Extreme Simplicity - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2009 from Lori Lynn SmithDictionary Definitions extreme: ultimate point to which an action or thought is carried out simplicity freedom from difficulty or hardship or effort Extreme Self Care Definitions extreme simplicity: The easiest most effortless actions to move you to your ultimate goals. So exactly what are ...
Views: 2515(2 votes) - Family Budgeting: The Purpose Determines The Budget - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2011 from Rick CarterIn these economic times, practically no one has the luxury anymore of joking “I can’t be broke – I still have checks left!” Managing your money is a necessity. Unfortunately, all of the information out about how to set up a budget almost always ignores the most important point: the purpose of ...
Views: 3528(1 vote) - Feeling Overwhelmed? Strategies to Keep You From Crying - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Lynn SmithHas life ever had you feeling overwhelmed? I don't think there's anyone who has never felt overwhelmed at some point in time. Women are especially prone to overwhelm. Why? Even though most women now work outside the hone, the sad fact is the majority of the household and childrearing ...
Views: 1993(1 vote) - Five Stress Management Secrets for Challenging Times: How to Use Stress for Your Career Success - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Ed SykesThe way we handle stress is always a factor in our success in challenging times. Unmanaged, stress can hold us back from being successful Once managed, stress propels us to new levels of success. When you learn how to manage stress, you benefit in the following ways: * Improved health ...
Views: 918(2 votes) - Four Ways To Get Rid Of Stress And Negativity - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from Ineke Van LintYou all know how important it is to set goals, to stay focused and to overcome procrastination to reach success. What if you do all this like you should, you have written your goals down, you work on them every day, and still nothing happens? How is this possible? Did you have a close look at ...
Views: 1994(1 vote) - Giving Stress the Boot for Better Health, Wellbeing, and Success - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Jeremy GislasonAs a business owner, it's imperative to stay healthy both physically and mentally. If you’re a planner and think ahead, you may have systems in place which can handle your business during your absences. However, illnesses wear away at your vitality and your passion for your business. When ...
Views: 1297(3 votes) - Got Stress? An Easy Solution - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Lynn SmithDo you ever experience stress during you day? A dumb question, isn't it? Life is full of stressors: a traffic jam when you're already running late, a phone that won't stop ringing, a looming deadline for a project you're running behind on. How do you deal with your stress? Do you just ...
Views: 1244(1 vote) - Got Stress? Get RELIEF! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2019 from Kay FontanaAre you overwhelmed with problems that are creating a stressful life? Some common causes of stress are: • Financial problems • Relationship issues • Loss of employment • Children with social and emotional problems • Family members with addictions • Elderly parents or grandchildren ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - Gratitude, it's good medicine - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2014 from Adele McDowellGratitude is not a one-serving meal relegated to Thanksgiving and plates full of yummy traditions and comfort. Gratitude is an all-round accompaniment, perfect for gatherings, holidays, and quiet solitude. Gratitude travels well. It works in all kinds of weather and is never out of season, too ...
Views: 1440(1 vote) - Having Hindsight Ahead of Time - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from Paul DaltonThere seems to be an unwritten rule that states if you are going to be taken seriously in the field of personal development as a therapist, coach or trainer, then you have to have been completely screwed up at least once in your life! Well, I’m not convinced that this is absolutely necessary ...
Views: 1659(4 votes) - Health in the City - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Lese DuntonHow do you stay healthy and find peace of mind, even joy, in the midst of these life-on-earth challenges? Or if you're ailing, how can you get back to your old (new) self? Newsflash: The health and well-being scene in New York is thriving. Here's a sampling of 5 organizations making medicine ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Help! I'm Drowning Under Pressure! - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from ayo olaniyanThere are many situations & circumstances that give rise to pressure. You could face pressure from work (the zeal to succeed , meet targets, get that promotion, impress that boss), it could be within the family (wanting to be a good father/mother, be a provider, take care of your children, make ...
Views: 1203(1 vote) - Honor Your Body - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from Maureen Brennan MercierHonor your body especially now that we are celebrating Spring. After the usual excesses of the winter season it is time to get back to our routine and daily practices to bring more balance in our body and in our lives. Moderation in all things is key here. There are many ways to honor your ...
Views: 1318(1 vote) - 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) - How Breathing Differently Can Make You Happier - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2005 from Adam Eason"When you breathe, you inspire. When you do not breathe, you expire." – Quote from an 11-year-old’s science exam John Grinder, co-creator of NLP talks about the link between respiration, physiology, internal state and high performance. He calls this ‘the chain of excellence’. I recently read ...
Views: 1522(1 vote) - How Do Other People Affect Your Brain and Productivity? - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Beverly AmbrosioStressed to the max, depressed or feeling overwhelmed? It’s a way of life for many these days. Unfortunately, it’s also a way of shortening life and hindering business productivity. Too often, the power and effects of stress are underestimated. But what about the effects of being around ...
Views: 3723(2 votes) - How resilient are you? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHow resilient are you? We all experience stressors everyday - they are unavoidable. The key is how we respond to life's challenges. With the help of some good coping skills, you can learn to bounce back from difficult life experiences and become more resilient. Take this quiz to see how ...
Views: 695(1 vote) - How Stress Affects Our Work Productivity - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Luka MalgajOur main foe at work is stress and a lot of stress. There is no doubt to that! With all the troubles and pressure we have while working, it would take a miracle for us to be able to withstand all the pressure from our job while having our work productivity unaffected. No matter how fit we may be ...
Views: 7007(2 votes) - How Stress and Cortisol Can Cause You to Gain Weight - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Michael LocklearWe all experience daily stress, and the incorrect response to this stress can cause you to gain weight. Research shows that nearly 90 percent of overweight people are emotional eaters. They overeat as an incorrect response to stress. Not all stress is negative or harmful. We all experience ...
Views: 977(1 vote) - How The Holidays Should Be - The Leader Style - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Anne Dranitsaris and Heather Dranitsaris-HilliardLeaders are one of the most responsible of all the Striving Styles. When they are fully engaged with the holiday season, they act as though it is their responsibility to make sure everything runs smoothly and everyone has a good time. They work very hard during the season to ensure it does as ...
Views: 1319(1 vote) - How to Avoid a Ride on The Stress Express - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Sandy Brewer, PhDWhen I was a kid – all the way back in the 40’s and 50’s – the common saying was something like “Eat your food, because people in China are starving.” Even as an 8 year-old, I wasn’t sure that the over-cooked carrots growing cold on my plate in a suburb of Chicago could get half way around the ...
Views: 1960(1 vote) - How to be more Patient - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Osman HameedHow you cope with problems, is greatly effected by your past The coping style which you learned as a child is generally same in later life. If you learned that kicking and screaming loudly enough will result in your mom or dad caving in and letting you "have it now" you are likely to ...
Views: 1223(2 votes) - How to Brighten the Winter Blahs - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2004 from Debbie MandelIn the Northeast we have had some significant snow storms in early December forcing us to shovel and stay home. Our initial reaction was, “How beautiful and pure.” Then the next day when driving and walking became difficult, we began complaining, “Who needs snow!” By ...
Views: 3352(2 votes) - How to Deal with Stress: 3 Proven Tips to Overcome Stress - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Michael LeeA lot of people don’t know how to deal with stress. When the pressure becomes too much for them, they end up breaking down. That’s not really good news for anybody involved. While experiencing stress might be a regular for you, that doesn’t mean it has to completely take over your life! There ...
Views: 748(1 vote) - How To Identify and Transform A Victim Mentality - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteIn one of the Harry Potter books Harry comes face to face with a mirror in which he sees his parents staring back at him. He longs to stay with the mirror to continue to see his parents and Professor Dumbledore tells him he must stop. This mirror shows exactly what the viewer wants to see ...
Views: 3556(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) - How to Overcome Financial Stress and Fears - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from Patrice EvansThe greatest fear that is affecting us right now is our financial situation. The stress of our dwindling retirement accounts, fear of losing our jobs and houses is consuming our nation. So many of us are terrified, extremely stressed and unsure of what is going to happen to us. Watching the ...
Views: 2526(1 vote) - How to post on e-learning forums - The 5 golden rules - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Liz HardyAn e-learning forum can be a confusing place. What goes on in there? How does it all work? And what should you say when you post on forums? Your e-learning forum will quickly become familiar when you start using it to interact with the other students in the course. But you can get a ...
Views: 1375(1 vote) - How to Relieve Stress: Wave It Goodbye - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonOur world is stressful. Anyone disagree with that? So want to know how to relieve stress? It’s easy to find yourself tied up in knots over just about anything if you’re not careful. It takes a conscious decision to shield yourself from the chaos that surrounds us each and every day. I’d ...
Views: 1284(1 vote) - How to Stay Centered in a Crisis - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2009 from Ralph P. BrownLife is full of events that test us. These events try our abilities to cope and deal effectively with such occurrences as death in the family, financial problems, health issues, job losses and such. What is difficult for some to see is that each of these events present to us an opportunity for ...
Views: 3110(1 vote) - How To Stop Worrying So Much In 3 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2011 from Michael LeeWhen your stress levels are off the charts, you need to learn how to stop worrying so much. Some things are just beyond our control. If you have kids, then you know that you eventually have to let them stand on their own. If you've got a big project on your hands, then you must know that ...
Views: 1929(1 vote) - I See the Signs - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2012 from Charmaine HammondMany of us are well aware of situations or circumstances that cause us stress. In the moment we can recognize the signs of emotional response to the stress we are suddenly experiencing. Are we as good at recognizing stress over the long term? What about stress that slowly creeps in? This ...
Views: 1307(1 vote) - Improving the Quality of Your Life - by Submitted on May 11, 2009 from Andrew RondeauImagine if we could live our lives completely free of stress. Now wake up and stop dreaming, because you can’t. No matter what job you have, no matter where you live, you will have stress in your life. What causes you stress is different to what causes me stress. What you stress about is ...
Views: 1555(1 vote) - Inside a Tipping Point - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Laurie DuparA few months ago, I wrote about “tipping points:” ..a time in people’s lives when the strategies they have been using to compensate for their ADHD challenges no longer seem to be working. This “tipping point” is often experienced along with feelings of overwhelm and chaos. Up until a ...
Views: 3955(1 vote) - 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) - Is Stress Messing Up Your Self Improvement? - by Submitted on May 18, 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: 1716(2 votes) - 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) - Laughter is the Best Medicine - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Sumner DavenportMy grandfather was one of the most positive influences in my life as a small child. I shared the most special times with him before he passed on before my eleventh birthday. He believed that Laughter is always the best medicine. My Grandfather was diagnosed with cancer and heart disease and ...
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