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- Friends At Work : Life's Natural Stress Reducers - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2008 from Stephanie GoddardDeveloping a friendship with a co-worker who has a work ethic you admire and someone who can "keep it zipped" is a must-have. No matter how great your significant other, friend, orneighbor is at solving problems or listening to your work concerns, they are not your best option. Why? BECAUSE ...
Views: 1147 - From Distress to Success: Practical Ways to Transform Your Distress into Success - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesIn my 30 years of professional experience as an analytical chemist, toxicologist, microbiologist, professor, speaker, specialist in natural medicine, and consultant for large companies, I decided to complete my doctoral degree specializing in stress management at the University of Toronto, ...
Views: 1723 - From Financial Failure to Financial Freedom - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2008 from Barbara Zagata"We can make a course correction rather quickly." Quantum physicist Mark Cummings stated this at the Mind/Super Mind lecture series presented by the University of California, Santa Barbara, many years ago. Still, it's one of those thoughts that gives me comfort and hope whenever I am feeling ...
Views: 1199 - From Pain to Peace: The Value of Journaling - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2021 from Linda PlunkettThis year has definitely been a year of struggle and changes – due to a virus no one could control! As with all viruses, we know that “this too shall pass.” Viruses run their course. However... During the past six months, people have had to be separated from loved ones, had important ...
Views: 908 - From Stressed to Blessed for the Holidays and Beyond - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Kimberly RexWhile the holiday theme is joy, love, and gift-giving, the stress that can accompany the hustle, bustle and pressure of putting it all together can overcome these feelings. Stress can build up over time or show up when internal needs and feelings are ignored. Multitasking to plan holiday ...
Views: 1607 - Frustration - Let It Drive You - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2008 from Carla McNeilBelieve it or not we control our own frustration levels. We create our own frustration by our reactions to events and situations. We ask ourselves over and over again why does this keep happening to me? Many times when “things” happen to us , we believe it is because of other ...
Views: 799 - 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: 1405 - Funny Jokes Their Great Benefits - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2020 from James SmithEvery physician will admit that laughter is the best medicine on this earth. Laughter yields magical results in aiding faster cure and in keeping people in good health. There are infinite good things that funny jokes can achieve. In an unfamiliar situation, funny jokes help in breaking the ice ...
Views: 502 - 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: 1417 - Get A Handle On Stress - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Babs ChandrasomaDo you have stress in your life? Most of us do. Especially Type A's: multitasking, fast-talking, over-committed, always in a hurry, adrenaline junkies. You know who you are. Type A's create stress for ourselves and sometimes for others. Have you ever awakened late the morning of a big meeting, ...
Views: 805 - Get a Handle on Workplace Stress - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from Audrey PihulykToday unrealistic demands are being placed on individuals to achieve beyond their abilities, both at home and on the job, leaving many feeling stressed, distraught and exhausted. The results are that stress and burnout among workers are reaching epidemic proportions, with the corresponding loss ...
Views: 819 - Get Over the Idea of Suicide with These Tips - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Perhaps you already know that suicide is something you should never consider in your life. Your life is something you cannot take back once you are dead. Nevertheless, there are still thousands of people every day who choose to end their lives ...
Views: 1097 - 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: 1432 - Get Rid Of Stress Now By Following These Tips - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Ramil MorlaIf you've been feeling stressed lately, you're not the only one. Every person you see has had to battle with stress. Having techniques in place to combat stress works, and if you can find methods that work right for you, then you need to use them. Here are some great options for fighting ...
Views: 899 - Get Rid of Your Self-Destructive Thinking Once and For All - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from inese millereMan is not disturbed by events, but by the view he takes of them. Epictetus Almost every minute of your conscious life you are engaging in self-talk, your internal thought language. If the self-talk is accurate and in touch with reality, you function well. If it is irrational and untrue, you ...
Views: 3078 - Get Stress Relief - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2008 from Lance JepsenStress can be caused by many things, and financial difficulties and marital problems are the most common factors. When undergoing financial difficulties because of debts and miscalculations in money management, sharing your problem with someone else can be an effective form of stress relief. By ...
Views: 798 - Get The Sweat Out To Relieve Stress - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2008 from Sandra HishinumaExercise is one of the best, if not THE best, way to relieve stress. When the body is fully engaged in an exercise program, it releases endorphins in the brain, which creates a natural high and dissolves the stress, leaving you feeling energized and relaxed. It doesn’t matter what type of ...
Views: 1183 - Getting Employees Back To Work After A Crisis - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Dwight BainFAQ’s for Business & Community Leaders "Nothing will ever be the same again." - Ted Koppel How can you keep employees motivated to work after they have experienced a major crisis event? Critical Incident Specialist Dwight Bain offers the following strategies as guidelines for business leaders ...
Views: 3635 - Getting Off the Treadmill and Getting On with Life - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesI’ve been wondering why so many of us are so busy; after all, we’re not being forced to labor against our will. What gives? I hate to put the blame directly on the busy person, but I believe that we are too busy because we choose to be. We like to think that it’s the boss who is piling on all ...
Views: 861 - Getting Organized for Stress Relief - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2005 from Susan StewartIf one of your main sources of stress is the sheer number of things that need to be done, being organized should help you feel more at peace. A good sense of organization will also make you more efficient. Simplifying will help you feel less overwhelmed. Everyone has their own personal style, ...
Views: 1364 - Getting Out of Your Head and Into Savasana - by Submitted on May 30, 2020 from Renee ShawFor something that can at times, look a bit like sleeping, it’s normal to ask “what is savasana?” Also called mrtsasana, corpse pose or “final rest”, savasana is about adopting a quiet curiousness about the bodies physiological sensations. After a particularly sweaty vinyasa or emotionally ...
Views: 519 - Getting Quality Sleep - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Sandi Anders40 million people in the U.S. suffer from sleep problems every year, according to the FDA. The 2007 Sleep in America Poll determined that two-thirds of women surveyed experienced difficulty with sleep at least a few nights a week during the last month. Stress is one of the major causes of ...
Views: 1858 - Getting Ready for a Stronger Economy - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Farzana ZamirA lot of people have been asking me how they can take advantage of the growth opportunities that will arise from the end of the recession. Having been in business through three economic recoveries, I can tell you that each one is different. I can also tell you that recoveries are more difficult ...
Views: 846 - Getting So Stressed? Try Meditation - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. If someone gets sick, viruses and bacteria are the ones to blame. What many people do not know is one of the main culprits for various illnesses is stress. How Stress Affects Your Body There are two types of stress: good stress and bad ...
Views: 679 - Getting Stress to Work FOR You - by Submitted on May 16, 2007 from Ronnie NijmehThere's no getting around it, stress is a fact of life. So, if it is such a given, how is it that some people are calm while chaos swirls around them, and others are on the verge of 'losing it'? It comes down to a matter of choice. We can use chose to stress to our advantage (if we know HOW to ...
Views: 1330 - Getting Through Financial Turmoil Due to COVID-19 - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2020 from Kathleen GageThis article was originally written in early March, 2020. Although the number of COVID-19 cases has increased, the essence of the article remains highly relevant. Over the last week we’ve moved into a “new normal.” “New normal”… what exactly does that mean? No one knows for sure. New ...
Views: 781 - Gift Giving Made Easy - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Kyre AdeptHere we are again, in a ricochet between Thanksgiving and Christmas/Hanukkah (and if you have a spouse or sweetheart, on to Valentine’s Day). If you are like me and most of my friends, part of your copious spare time is spent making mental or written lists of what you want to give to whom. The ...
Views: 1755 - Go Ahead – Waste Some Time! - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Gene SimmonsAs I peruse various articles from the “self-help experts”, I am amazed at how often I run into the admonition to stop wasting time. Create a daily “To Do” list, prioritize, and do, do, do. Get stuff done. Don’t get sidetracked. Remember your goals. Try to keep on schedule. Go, go, go! ...
Views: 1239 - Go Back To Work With More Brain Power And Less Stress - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumIt’s hard to go back to the rigor of work after the relaxed pace of summer. You have to give up junkie novels on the beach and barbecues for commuter traffic, power meetings and deadlines. This shift requires you to get you’re A-game on, sharpen up your reflexes and perform at your best. It ...
Views: 1902 - Go Where Your Energy is Strong - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2007 from Judy Ringer"Keep your center and you’ll know which way you have to go." – Terry Dobson, aikidoist and author, Aikido In Everyday Life I had undertaken a project that I was beginning to feel was beyond my personal resources to accomplish. I had asked a friend and colleague if I might organize a workshop ...
Views: 764 - Gone Fishing for Peace of Mind - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Rebecca SheldonDuring times of economic difficulty many people choose simpler pleasures that have the capacity to refresh our spirit and renew hope. Across the country movies are sold out, bars and restaurants are doing great business and more than ever we are getting back to the core values and activities ...
Views: 1885 - Good Sense About Getting Along with Others During Troubled Times - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2020 from William CottringerGood Sense About Getting Along with Others During Troubled Times by Bill Cottringer “The most important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how to get along with people.” ~Theodore Roosevelt. Despite the physical 6-foot rule of social distancing keeping us apart, ...
Views: 716 - Good Stress VS Bad Stress - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Greg FrostStress has often been misunderstood to be negative, with few people acknowledging the importance and usefulness of positive stress. In our everyday lives, stress is everywhere and definitely unavoidable; hence our emphasis should be on differentiating between what is good stress, and what is ...
Views: 2310 - Got Dirty Laundry? Three things to consider before major media exposure - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonAs I sip my morning coffee and view last night’s election results, I’m evaluating the power of the media once again; I’m contemplating if a small tweak here and there in the candidates’ media presence could have changed the outcome. I find myself reflecting to a conversation just a few days ago ...
Views: 1159 - Got Stress? Think Beyond Blaming the Boss - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Roberta MittmanStress, a cascade of physical reactions to an overload of the hormone cortisol, can wreak all manner of damage on the human body. Your best defense? Understanding what causes it (and there are many triggers) so you can take steps to prevent those negative effects. Perhaps the most well-known ...
Views: 1102 - Grass - Nature's Stress Relief - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Charles PrendergastStress relief can all too often become a medical issue – with pills and potions, visits to specialists and so on. In fact, many of us don’t realise that simply relaxing in the calming surrounds of our garden can be great therapy in itself. One of the most surprising facts about this, ...
Views: 1370 - Great Advice For Managing Stressful Situations - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Ramil MorlaIf it were easy to relax, no one would be burdened with stress. Unfortunately, finding the time to relax or being in the right frame of mind to do so is rare for some people out there. That's when articles like these come in handy. Read up on these stress-relieving tips and put them to work for ...
Views: 841 - Great Tips To Help You Knock Out That Stress - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Ramil MorlaSome individuals deal with stress so often that simply reading this article may cause them to become a little stressed out. Others are lucky enough to only experience it sporadically. But whether you're dealing with it habitually or just every now and again, here are some tips you can use to get ...
Views: 848 - Grounding to Regain Balance in Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Mette MullerCarrying around energy that is foreign and/or excessive is a common cause of imbalance in the Self. While there are methods to clear, center and calm yourself, grounding is the method for ridding yourself of this extraneous energy. There are various grounding techniques, but let’s start with ...
Views: 1155 - Grow in Life with the Guidance of Personal Mentor Life Coach - by Submitted on May 21, 2021 from Chiranjit RoyAre you tired of the stress, anxiety, and restlessness in your mind? Relax. You are not alone. Some uncountable individuals suffer from these mental health issues. And, this gradually affects their personal and professional lives. It drastically reduces work productivity. Along an individual is ...
Views: 420 - Habits for Instant Stress Relief - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2007 from michael atmaIf you’ve every wondered why some people seem to get what they want out of life easier than others then you can stop looking. The reason can be found in the habitual way you think and behave. The money you earn, the house you live in, the stress you experience, and just about everything you ...
Views: 861 - Handle Stress Like A Monk! - by Copyright © Lisa van den Berg
Firstly, let's define Stress.
Stress is defined simply as 'Change'.
Any kind of change. Be it Environmental, Physical, Emotional or Social - Good or Bad. As human beings we are naturally resistant to any type of change. So the prospect of anything in our ...
Views: 1001 - Handle Stress Now With These Easy Tips - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Ramil MorlaStress affects us in many ways. For some it is internal, and for others it projects outwards onto the people around us. Finding a way to deal with it and even reduce the amount of stress in our lives is important. This article will give lots of ideas and tips on doing just that. If you are ...
Views: 904 - Handling criticism from other people: Go for the gain and not the pain - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Lynette CraneIn my previous article, I talked about the difference between feedback and criticism, and how we can handle our own inner voices more constructively. But what about those outer voices? That’s the topic of this article. Into each life a little rain must fall. Into each life a little – or ...
Views: 952 - HANDLING STRESS - by Stress is a natural and unavoidable feature of modern life. When the pressures of life become too much and we can't cope, stress operates like a screw gradually turning tighter and tighter. Often we don't realise that we are under stress until the pressure becomes too much and the lid starts ...
Views: 1378 - Handling Stress - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Danielle GaultHandling Stress Authored by Danielle Gault Editing Services by Diana O’Reilly Stress-related disorders are becoming the norm. Surviving workplace change in a deepening climate of uncertainty is affecting all of us. Skills and insights are needed to maintain a stable inner world when it ...
Views: 905 - HANDLING STRESS (Part Two) - by WHAT TO DO ABOUT STRESS
THE 30 POINT PLAN
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. ...
Views: 570 - HANDLING STRESS (Part Two) - by WHAT TO DO ABOUT STRESS
THE 30 POINT PLAN
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. ...
Views: 744 - Handling the stress of rejection - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Lynette CraneRejection can cause a particularly deep form of anger, because rejection seems to carry with it a heavy load: loss of self-esteem, and even of identity. Rejection can also result in depression. Sometimes it takes this shock of rejection to make you realize that you may have been asking for ...
Views: 778 - Happiness in Business - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2012 from John PerrinWhat’s your definition of happiness? Sales is about ensuring the customer is kept happy and that they leave with your offer still happy and they remain happy for the rest of the time they use your service or product. So are you ready to be happy? Age Matters It’s a simple fact that when we ...
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