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Nicky Vanvalkenburgh Director of 20 Minutes to Less Stress.com
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Best Sellers: Check out my two e-books that are f ree download: "Seven Turn Ons for the Brain" (5 pgs) + "Six Myths about Stress" (25 pgs) http://www.20minutestolessstress.com/Nicky Vanvalkenburgh offers "stress reduction cds" that enable you to relax deeply, and let go of tension and anxiety in just 20 minutes. Research suggests that it takes at least 20 minutes to neutralize the "fight or flight" response. As you listen to our cds, your mind and body will relax deeply, and you'll find yourself feeling calm and energized. Another plus is that 20 minutes won't take up too much of your time.
What makes us unique? Our "stress reduction cds" combine a spoken narrative with brain synchronization audio technology. You will discover clinically-proven stress reduction methods such as progressive relaxation, breathing techniques and relaxation imagery.
What's in it for me? Our cds equip you with a "stress reduction strategy" that you can practice anytime, anyplace... whenever stress strikes. As you listen to our cds, you'll become more aware of stress, and the way you respond to it. As you practice our techniques, you'll have a better grip on your emotions. Rather than feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, worn out or frazzled — you'll be more resilient and bounce back. Of course, being resilient also enables you to stay focused, so that you can get things done faster and more efficiently during the day.
What is a "fight or flight" response? Our body releases stress hormones (glucocorticoids) in response to danger, difficulty or pain. We experience a rush of adrenalin that enables us to run away ("flight") or respond quickly ("fight.") It's a positive response when our life is in danger.
But what it you're not in danger? Perhaps you're in a stressful situation, and your adrenalin levels are high. That's when the mechanism that's meant to save your life becomes overused. You find yourself in a state of persistent heightened alert. Prolonged distress (or being constantly "on-guard") will wear you down, and have a toxic effect on your body and impair your ability to think clearly.
Is this mumbo-jumbo? No, the negative effects of stress have been well-documented in scientific journals. Dr. Walter Canon (a Physiologist & Harvard professor) coined the term "fight or flight response." Harvard-based Cardiologist Dr. Herbert Benson pioneered mind-body research focusing on stress and the relaxation response. Plus, several contemporary medical doctors – such as Dr Bernie Siegel, Dr Andrew Weil, and Dr Carl O. Simonton—just to name a few have written about the relaxation response, and its power to heal and restore the mind and body.
How will "stress reduction cds" make me feel good? As you listen to the cds, you'll relax deeply. This deep relaxation stimulates the release of "feel good" endorphins (such as serotonin, dopamine & norepinephrine.) When you feel good, you're happy.
