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- 61 Steps to Decrease Tensions - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2007 from Lau Poh Chai1, Identify the real cause of stress. 2, Events stress would be well-known down and analyse it once in a month. 3, Your reactions to each stressful events have to be recollected and compared with one another. 4, Should not give immediate responce to demanding event ,always take pint-sized ...
Views: 691 - So what exactly is stress and stress management? - by From a practical point of view, stress can be considered to be any physical, chemical, or emotional development causing strains which can lead to physical illness. An authority on stress, the Canadian physician Hans Selye, identified three defining stages of the human stress response:
1. Alarm: ...
Views: 979 - Clinical Hypnosis Applications in the Treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder - by It is essential that anyone who wishes to treat people experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) be properly trained or experienced to do so. In some cases, it has become apparent that previous training as a therapist or counsellor can serve as a disadvantage. This is because of the ...
Views: 750 - Stress – What Is It? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Gina GardinerStress is sited as the cause of a wide range of health problems, costing businesses billions each year in lost work days and in compensation and pensions. This does not capture the huge personal cost in anxiety, poor health and premature death. In order to deal with stress effectively either ...
Views: 783 - Seven Steps for Dealing with Doubt - by No matter how positive and convinced we are, sometimes, doubt creeps in. Doubt can deteriorate into guilt or a loss of confidence. Left unattended, doubt can become a downward spiral into the inability to act, crippling our plans, confusing our minds.
Here is how successful people I've met ...
Views: 6599 - How to reduce stress, harmonize body/mind /spirit and increase your creative flow - by FEED YOUR BRAIN
- Gingko bilboa and gotu kola increase blood flow to the brain. (Check with your doctor first before taking these herbs.)
- Boron is essential for memory and attention. Sources include apples, pears and green leafy vegetables.
- Vitamin B is essential for brain power. Sources ...
Views: 1633 - Instant Relaxation Anytime Anywhere - by If there was a way of relaxing quickly and easily in any situation would you want to know what it is?
Ancient cultures knew this secret, and followers of Hawaiian Huna used it to access altered states. In more recent times martial artists used it as a way to develop relaxed alertness, and ...
Views: 1822 - Shifting Focus: Two Essential Keys for Handling Pressure - by Handling pressure is easy when you know how and the importance of this came home to me a number of years ago. Through a friend I met a man who had his own successful training business. He conducted corporate training events with an emphasis on teamwork. Not only was he doing well financially he ...
Views: 3553 - De-Stress with the Breath - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from Bette PhelanStress overload is a serious health problem in America today. The more "stressed out" we become, the more vulnerable we are to colds, flu, allergies, ulcers, high blood pressure and even heart attacks. Stress taxes our system and drains our energy, particularly targeting organs like the adrenal ...
Views: 1348 - Clear Your Mind and Calm Your Emotions - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2007 from Bette PhelanThere are times when the simplest and most “low tech” approaches to a problem yield the most profound results. That is often true when it comes to yoga practices. Things as simple as the way we position our bodies and how we breathe can dramatically affect our thoughts and ...
Views: 4252 - How to Think When Things Disturb You - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2007 from Dr. Bess PermutTHE FOOTHILLS FOCUS July 30, 2003 DR. BESS S. PERMUT Focus Columnist We must learn to listen. If you listen quietly, you will hear the still, small voice from within. Hear and listen for evidences of truth around you. First, learn how to relax. Start by heaving a huge sigh of relief; ...
Views: 850 - Running on Empty - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2007 from Ellen BessoWomen are by nature and training nurturers. But we often carry this too far. We think of everyone else’s needs, but forget our own. How far can one woman stretch? Who will care for us if we don’t care for ourselves? What are the underlying beliefs that drive us to give and give until ...
Views: 912 - Your Energy Chakras - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Rebecca SheldonWhen you think about your body you probably tend to imagine your physical presence (your hair, face, arms, legs, etc.). But what about the other side of the coin? The energy side? We are not only made up of flesh and bone, we are also made up of energy. You can feel it when you are on a roller ...
Views: 966 - Stress Bust or Bust! - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2007 from Nanci SimariSTRANGE and TRUE!! A little of this, a little of that. Use your brain! That’s what I do when it comes to living my life- be it scholastic efforts, professional pursuits, or personal relationships. I take advice and lessons from many sources, then pick and choose which is best for me. Nearly ...
Views: 1322 - Sharing Some Stressbusters: All 51 of them (Part One) - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2007 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing Some Stressbusters: All 51 of them (Part One) Submitted by: Craig Lock Line Space: 65 characters (approx) Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, stress, stress management Web Sites: http://www2.webng.com/writernz/ and http://www.craiglockbooks.com Other ...
Views: 672 - Are You The Harried Business Person? --Take the Test and Find Out - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2007 from Rosalie MoscoeAre You The Harried Business Person?--Take the Test and Find Out © Rosalie Moscoe, 2007 You’re often tired, overwhelmed and irritable. You lose your keys, misplace your wallet and have more than your share of car accidents. The results of overwork and too many commitments can be disastrous to ...
Views: 1433 - The Power of Quitting - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2007 from FSB AuthorsAs humans, we again and again find ourselves dumping resources into lost causes: be they pointless wars, failed public policies, hopeless dating prospects, annoying friends, or dandelion-free lawns. I say take a stand (or actually, a seat in this case), and just quit. Despite proclamations to ...
Views: 2835 - Dealing with Day-to-Day Stress the Ayurvedic Way - by These are truly stressful times we live in. Body, mind, heart and spirit are all subjected to the ravages of day-to-day stress. Worries about security, economic difficulties, emotional trauma-stressors like these can take a toll on health and longevity if not addressed in a timely fashion.
To ...
Views: 957 - Emergencies -- How Organized and Prepared Are You? - by Being organized is frequently about saving. It's about saving time saving money and saving those things that are precious and important to you so you will readily have them when you want them in the future.
How prepared and organized are you to save those important things when an emergency ...
Views: 957 - Self Employed women May Have LESS Stress Than Women in Corporations - by Women tired of hitting the glass ceiling might find that the ground floor holds less stress and more opportunity. A new study on executive women finds that those who are self-employed are less stressed than those who aren't.
A pair of researchers at the University of California at San Diego ...
Views: 956 - Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome - by We all went through a traumatic event last week. Something unthinkable happened, and it touched us all in ways that we never dreamt were possible. We have all been filled with feeling of grief, horror, and extreme sadness. That is normal and expected in the face of the events of last week.
Now ...
Views: 2091 - Quick Stress Management Techniques - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2007 from Robert FriedmanThere are numerous “immediate need” techniques that you can do any time and any place you are stressed. These techniques require no more than a minute or two of time to complete. Learning to be aware of when you are stressed is a major key to relaxation since the first step to ...
Views: 1483(1 vote) - 50 Ways to Find Serenity (when serenity is the last thing on your mind!) - by · Ask yourself…"Am I being too hard on myself?"
· Ask yourself…"What do I have in my life that I can enjoy at this moment?"
· Ask yourself …"How important is it?"
· Ask yourself…"What is my gut telling me?"
· Ask yourself…"Are my goals or expectations realistic?"
· Ask yourself…"Am I ...
Views: 838 - Terrorism-related Stress: How to tell if you need help - by After the terrorist attack on the World Trade Centre many people were in shock for days or even a couple of weeks. That was normal. People are worried about war, bioterrorism, and the world situation. That is normal. Muslims and middle-eastern immigrants are also worried about increased bigotry ...
Views: 749 - Job Stress and Computer Programmers - by Excessive workplace stress has increased dramatically in the past few years of sharply increased competition and "corporate downsizing"--that is, downsizing the workforce, but not necessarily the work. Without effective help, both employees and the self-employed can fall prey to burnout, ...
Views: 5731 - A Moment to Breathe - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2007 from Rebecca SheldonYou are reading this here and NOW for a reason. You need some space, a moment to call your own. I’m writing this to let you know you have found it: a moment all to yourself, a moment to take a nice, deep breath in, and release all the tension that has been building within you. Take another ...
Views: 925 - Working Like a Charm - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from JoAnn SkyWatcherWhat is the most important aspect when using the Emotional Freedom Techniques in a stressful situation? After working a with a father-to-be, I found out his approach during that last week before the baby was born to be quite interesting. Whenever he felt that his wife, “Mary” was ...
Views: 954 - How to Unload Your Worries in Under 5 Minutes a Day - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Carla RiegerIf you let worry decay your day---read on. I am an expert on worry. I come from a long line of professional worriers. My father was known as The Beacon of Doom. Worrying was his favorite retirement activity. He was so engrossed by all the fear inducing stories in the media, that he gave new ...
Views: 1158 - 5 Great Tips to Handle Stress - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Mona KhalafStress has always been a part of our lives. In this hectic time, people lead an increasingly stressful life. Experts state that a little stress can be good as it keeps you focused and ready to move forward, and is sometimes vital for achieving optimum performance. However, medical research has ...
Views: 1607 - 5 Ways To Relieve Stress This Weekend - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2007 from Chris GreenWith a busy working life and a busy home life, stress levels can soar during the regular week. Let's make the most of the weekend by including several great stress busters to help you relax and find peace of mind. Another great way to relieve stress is to read a book. Great if the sun is ...
Views: 1027 - It’s About Balance: 9 Ways to Reduce Stress at Work - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Sue BrennerDo you feel increased pressure at work? Does your time spin out of control? Does your work lead to stress and overwhelm? Use these 9 simple steps to reduce daily stress at work so you can enjoy the balance of life you were meant to live. 1. Set priorities. What are your top 3 ...
Views: 747 - Conquer Stress With Meditation - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2007 from Roland TrujilloMost of us would like to deal with life's problems with calmness and understanding. Instead we find ourselves reacting and becoming upset. The more upset we become the more resentful we become toward others. We become impatient with them and then we become impatient with ourselves. Soon we start ...
Views: 1361 - Stress & Memory - by Q: I have been under such physical and emotional stress lately, I even forgot my dad's birthday. Does stress effect memory...and if so, how?
A: Absolutely! One very simple way to understand this is if you visualize the total energy and capability of the human system as a pie. (This pie has ...
Views: 2550 - Could You Be Increasing Your OWN Stress Level? - by WHAT, EXACTLY, IS "STRESS"?
Simply put, stress is a signal that something needs to change. It's the body-mind's innate response to internal and external factors that disrupt normal functioning or disturb emotional, cognitive or physical well-being. Perhaps you've heard stories of, say, a 5' 2" ...
Views: 689 - 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: 1797 - What to do about Stress - the "Thirty Point Plan" - by 1. Be positive - see problems as opportunities. Have goals and visions. Have a positive mental attitude.
2. Play sports and step up your exercise.
3. Talk things over with someone.
4. Determine what causes you stress and try to eliminate it.
5. Become physically fit.
6. Balance work, ...
Views: 900 - WHAT TO DO ABOUT STRESS - THE 30 POINT PLAN - by 1. Be positive- see problems as opportunities. Have goals and
visions. Have a positive mental attitude.
2. Play sports and step up your exercise.
3. Talk things over with someone.
4. Determine what causes you stress and try to eliminate it.
5. Become physically fit.
6. Balance work, ...
Views: 711 - Are You Having Fun? - by I remember, when I was a child, I never thought about fun I just had it. It was everywhere. An empty can and a stick became a toy, chasing butterflies was a blast, and just sitting on the porch with a Popsicle was a stitch. Somewhere in between then and now life became serious. I can't put my ...
Views: 801 - Stress Release Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2007 from * BeiYin - The People Whisperer*What is the "Stress Release Exercise"? It is a method to release stress, so that one becomes more relaxed and emotionally and mentally balanced. This has its influence on the body and can prevent all kind of diseases and is also the basic condition for each healing process. Everybody can do ...
Views: 2062(1 vote) - Stress and its impact on wellness - by Stress has many definitions due to its myriad of applications. For this description we will be utilizing a psychological definition. So stress is any mentally or emotionally disruptive event either positive or negative( I am placing eustress, happy or positive disruptive event, in this category, ...
Views: 1223 - Seven Secrets in the Art of - Letting Go of Stuff? - by Bad or unhealthy habits are difficult to change, or let go of - so are unhealthy relationships. Many times we are not sure how to truly let go of certain elements in our lives. We must first realize what letting go really is. In the audio tape program “The Art Of Letting Go Of Stuff? (published ...
Views: 2550 - STRESS MANAGEMENT: THE WAY TO INNER PEACE - by Stress: it’s what happens when you’re up against an important 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: 884 - STRESS MANAGEMENT: THE WAY TO INNER PEACE - by Stress: 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: 739 - 10 Best Tips to Survive Your Breakdown - by I had been 26 years in the front line, half of them in the vital interface of Head of Department in a secondary school. I was one of those cheerful ever present cogs in the system doing his bit to keep the machinery in motion when I suffered a catastrophic breakdown. It was over a week before my ...
Views: 786 - Simple Ways to Handle Stress - by If you've ever suffered from stress, you'll know how it feels. Tension headaches, back pain, acid stomach are among the physical symptoms. Emotionally stress causes temper outbursts, weepiness, inertia and a mind racing with thoughts about what needs to be done. We know it is bad for our health, ...
Views: 3072 - Quiet Your Mind and Improve Your Life! - by Most of us go through each day tolerating a running chatter in our minds. Although it is unique to each of us, this mental chatter often takes the form of imaginary arguments, ceaseless catch phrases, parts of songs, fear based scenarios, and an unlimited number of other habitual thought ...
Views: 3520 - Stress Relievers 1 - by 1. Enjoy the work, not the fruits
Learn to get the pleasure right in the work itself that you are doing and not in the fruits. As fruits are not in your hand and only in the hands of the Almighty, you should never depend on the fruits for your pleasure. In case you worked hard and did not get ...
Views: 790 - Traumatic Stress/Crisis Intervention Techniques and Tips - by This "how to" guide highlights key questions and concepts, illustrative vignettes and intervention strategies for understanding and responding supportively and therapeutically to individuals grappling with post-traumatic effects after Tuesday's "Day of Terror." The five areas outlined are: 1) ...
Views: 894 - Relieve Stress Naturally With Aromatherapy Tips - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from George KeyNowadays, almost everybody experience stress in his life. Stress term describes any mental, emotional or physical reaction that is abnormal. Stress is a natural part of our life. Sometimes it is beneficial because it keep us focused and persistent on our goal (work, study, etc.), but generally ...
Views: 884 - 20 Reasons Why You Need Inner Peace and Tranquility - by Submitted on May 17, 2007 from Remez SassonInner peace is not reserved only to yogis, hermits or monks, sitting alone in a far off place, praying or meditating all day long. It can also be attained by people living an ordinary life, who have a job, married and with children. Inner peace is a state of being emotionally and mentally at ...
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