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- The symptoms of Stress and the way to Eliminate Stress - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from John OxnardAre you usually feeling stressed? Managing stress may be something you do frequently, though when it begins to have a harmful effect on your body and mind, this would mean you might be distressed. What many people don't understand is that stress really is a state of being that in fact ...
Views: 680 - The symptoms of Stress and the way to Reduce Stress - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from John OxnardAre you always feeling stressed? Dealing with stress may be something you do frequently, however when it starts to have a harmful effect on your mind and body, it means you might be distressed. What many individuals don't understand is that stress really is a state of being that in fact ...
Views: 808 - The Testimonials of how my guests lives improved after being on the Complementary Health TV Series - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2005 from Les RobinsonThe Testimonials of how my guests lives improved after being on the Complementary Health TV Series Part of a new Western New York TV series on insurance and complementary health. The show will be co-hosted by Lester Robinson and Linda Ellson. They will discuss how this series helped them ...
Views: 885 - The Top 7 Secrets To A Stress-Free Work Life - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2008 from Bryan Heathman1. Take 5 minute breaks regularly throughout your day. Sit or walk on your own and relax, breathe deeply and feel peaceful. You will feel more relaxed and not so overwhelmed, increasing your level of concentration and ability to achieve more, in less time. 2. Arrive 10 minutes early for every ...
Views: 1307 - The True Art of Giving - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Kyre AdeptThanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s and possibly Valentine’s Day… ‘tis the season to be giving. On the one hand, yippee! I love both giving and receiving. On the other hand, I can’t help feeling exhausted in advance with all the shopping, money, stress and time required to fulfill ...
Views: 1824 - The Truth About Information Overload - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2007 from David BohlThere's good news and bad news about "information overload." The bad news is, you probably have some overload effect in your life. The good news is, it's probably not as bad as everyone says it is. There is, in fact, much more information available to us than at any other time, and that won't ...
Views: 811 - The Truth About Stress - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2014 from Pat LaDouceurStress has a bad rap. Stress can create problems, to be sure. Some of the more common ones are include difficulty concentrating, trouble with focus and memory, moodiness, frustration and overwhelm. There are physical symptoms as well – low energy, headaches, trouble with digestion, aches ...
Views: 1523 - The Unintended Consequences of Being an Introvert - by Submitted on May 13, 2015 from Lynette CraneAs more and more attention is being paid to introversion, thanks to Susan Cain and her book, “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking,” the world is slowly becoming aware of introvert value and, what’s better, willing to make some adjustments to accommodate introverts ...
Views: 1215 - The Valuing of Simplicity - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2007 from Julie RedstoneOur lives are too busy because we value busyness. If we valued simplicity, our lives would become simple. This may not be apparent on a conscious level, but on an unconscious level, our lives follow the Law of Attraction, they manifest what we think and what we desire or feel we need. The ...
Views: 843 - The Whys and Whats of Stress Management - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2008 from Darlene SiddonsStress Management is the ability to maintain control when situations, people, and events make excessive demands. Stress management is a collection of skills, tools, and techniques that help you reduce, manage, and even counteract the negative side-effects of stress. The art of stress ...
Views: 1098 - The Work of Worry - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Lynette CraneDoes worrying ever do any good? Yes, if it means that you are planning ahead. That is the work of worry: to foresee a problem and take steps to avoid it. Whether it involves getting your car checked before a long road trip, turning off the water to the outside of your house before the big freeze ...
Views: 801 - The Worst DIY Disaster – the Monster in the Closet - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from CarolAnn Bailey-LloydThe joys of home ownership are sometimes out of this world…or at least I would like to propel some of those “joys” to another planet, anyway. That being said, there’s a little story about a certain you know what that has had a mind of its own since the day I moved into my new house. I still ...
Views: 1572 - The Yin, Yang and Dopamine in Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2014 from Lynette CraneSome people like to linger until the very end of a party; others like to leave early. Unfortunately, they frequently marry each other. They may very well have met and been attracted to each other because of these opposite qualities: one represents tranquility, stability, and caution, the ...
Views: 1003 - The “Sliding Scale” of Introversion-Extroversion - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2015 from Lynette CraneAfter my talks, people often come up to me and say, “I used to be an introvert – but I got over it,” or, “I’m not sure; sometimes I think I’m one thing and sometimes the other. Can you be both?” Actually, you can be both, changing from one situation to another, or changing over time from one ...
Views: 1192 - There Is No Such Thing as Stress - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2015 from Michael MantellThere is no such thing as stress. Got that? Good. Then why are you wasting so much of your time with “stress management” programs, lectures, coaches, books, articles and websites? Could it be because you really don’t believe that there’s no such thing as stress? Oh, I know it’s a cottage ...
Views: 1842 - There's Still Time to Create a Stress-Less Holiday Season! - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Marquita HeraldNo question about it, Christmas is such an exciting time, filled with joy and goodwill. It’s also loaded with high expectations and the inevitable sense of urgency … shopping, decorating, activities for the kids, entertaining and s-t-r-e-s-s. No matter how aware we are that it's coming, and ...
Views: 1379 - Things to Pack for a Camping Trip - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Joseph FournierNo matter how many times you've traveled, packing can still be a difficult feat. You're always bound to forget something or you over-pack and waste too much space. Unlike many other trips, a camping trip should be the easiest and simplest to pack for. Forget about the superficial products such ...
Views: 2506 - THINK YOURSELF WELL - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Mary ClaybonI don’t believe in the germ theory. I believe in the conflict theory. If it were true that germs were the sole cause of illness, we would be sick all the time. There are millions of microorganisms and infectious diseases everywhere-where we live, work, play, shop, and eat. Stress and conflict ...
Views: 1156 - This is How to Overcome the Most Powerful Obstacle to Change - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2019 from Sheryl PaulWe all know that greens are healthy. We know that meditation can be life-changing. We know that breathwork is deeply healing and that yoga can be a pathway to profound change. We know that exercise is essential. We know that journaling is a powerful tool. We know it, but what stops us from ...
Views: 878 - This Philosophy Will Help You Gain an Edge in Life - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2015 from Nicholas PuriHave you ever heard the expression: “strong opinions, weakly held”? It was used in the mid-80's by Paul Saffo; Director at The Institute for the Future, to explain the process for creating acceptable forecasts. As there’s always so much uncertainty about future events, it’s impossible to have ...
Views: 1225 - Thoughts on Managing the Stress of the Terrorist Threat - by Already much good information is out on the Internet and if you are tense and anxious and worried and maybe afraid and angry and you do not have the luxury of visiting with a mental health professional, we would recommend a bit of time pulling up various sites and using from them what ...
Views: 844 - Three Easy Stages to Help Make Hard Decisions - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2012 from Brian DawsonIn 2009, I had started my own company while at the same time working as a senior manager at a another company. I enjoyed both because each job provided me with an exciting life of travel challenges, and connecting with people. The time for both jobs was grueling, and I have a wonderful family ...
Views: 1404 - Three Reasons to Stop Stressing About the Economy - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2009 from Julie ChristiansenI don’t know about you but there is only so much doom and gloom talk that I can take before I start thinking… Arghhhh! The media is obsessed with inundating us with bad news – and right now (for good reason) the economy is the flavor of the month. I am currently reading (for the second time) ...
Views: 1468 - Three Secrets To Stress Relief Revealed - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Lynne HoftWe live in a world where “stressed out”, “multi-tasking”, and “exhausted” seem to be an accepted way to live. It is considered the norm to have one or all of these problems some or most of the time. Living life this way has its down side: relationships suffer; ...
Views: 1022 - three Simple Considerations for Choosing a Document Shredding Service - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Victor HongDocument shredding and also the security it offers is a serious business for many businesses, corporations and even down to a family unit. Choosing a document shredding service for a business, then, should be no small consideration. Doing just a little research and understanding what you are ...
Views: 933 - Three Simple Stress Management Exercises You Can Do At Your Desk - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2008 from Praveen SharmaThese days when your job demands that you remain seated for long hours and there is scarcely any physical activity, your body is craving for the release of toxins that keep on accumulating due to life's stresses and anxieties from which you cannot escape. Here I we tell you about three simple ...
Views: 2158 - Three Steps to Release Emotional Stress Eating - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Aila Accad, RN,Emotional eating is a common response to stress. Do you find yourself reaching for comforting foods when you are stressed? You may also find that the harder you try to control emotional eating, the worse it seems to get. When you understand the forces behind emotional eating, you can see why ...
Views: 2480 - Three Steps You Can Take To Avoid Stress Eating - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2009 from Melissa McCreeryDo you turn to food when you feel stressed or overwhelmed? Does a bad day at work send you off track with your eating or exercise plan? Does an out-of-control to-do list leave you craving chocolate? There are ways to avoid the stress eating/emotional eating trap. Here are three ...
Views: 1212 - Three stress relief techniques - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2005 from David LeonhardtThere is good stress, and there is bad stress. Good stress is the type that propels a person to excel, to reach new heights or to complete a big project on time. And there is bad stress. Stress that comes from conflict or worries. Stress that keeps a person from sleeping and happiness. ...
Views: 2208 - Three Tips for Designing Your Holiday Season - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2008 from Barbara FaisonHow are you feeling about the holiday season? Some people find this time of the year exciting and love the energy that it brings. Other people find this time emotionally challenging due to many personal circumstances. Take the time to check in with yourself to see how you are feeling these ...
Views: 1252 - Three Ways to Reduce Stress and Enlighten Up - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2008 from Tricia MolloyWhen all is said and done, everyone wants the same thing: to be happy. The demands of work and life often make it difficult to reach that ultimate goal. Here are three simple but powerful ways to reduce the stress in your life and enlighten up. 1. Plan for Joy. Begin to make a list of all ...
Views: 881 - Three Ways to Reduce the Stress of Home Ownership - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Kelly McCloskeyMany people dream of owning a home but few realize the amount of stress that comes with the responsibility of home ownership. Since stress can aggravate illness and even bring about stress-relate ailments such as fatigue, depression and headaches it's a good idea to do what you can to reduce ...
Views: 4371 - Three Words That Can Change Your Life - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2005 from Debbie MandelWhen adversity strikes, we are ready to listen to anyone who can help alleviate our pain and grief. And in fact, good advice can come to us from any source, even the most casual encounter with a stranger. There is a Zen saying walk around with our cup half full because then we leave room to ...
Views: 1308 - Thriving in Holiday Stress - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Mary-Ann OwensIt is a busy time of year, when we can expect a lot. This combined with the high costs of the holiday season can result in increased stress. We need to try to counter the stress caused by all this holiday pressure. If we can stick to a budget, lower our expectations and do things to slow our ...
Views: 933 - Time Clocks For Workforce Management - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Lance PetersIn 1888 a jeweler in New York invented the payroll time clock and his brother Harlow Bundy began to manufacture them for sale. He started the Bundy Manufacturing Company. The company joined up with a couple of other companies and became the International Time Recording Company. In 1911 it ...
Views: 1028 - Time Management 101: Stop the Distractions! - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinWhat is the number one reason people give for NOT doing something? I don’t have enough time! You have big ideas and made plans to start a meaningful project, but you can never find the time to get it done. Days, weeks, and months fly by but there hasn’t been any action taken to move you closer ...
Views: 1410 - Time management techniques for increasing workplace productivity - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2011 from Rick CarterIncreasing workplace productivity is easily defined: getting more work done in less time. Now, unless you have developed some kind of machine that slows down time or allows you to stop time while you do work, you are going to have to become more efficient in one of those two areas. This ...
Views: 2115 - Time Zones - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from Lynette CraneThe wellness expert I was speaking to after her talk commented that she had almost been late for the conference. “I was stuck in traffic,” she lamented, “and I was really stressed.” I asked her what she was worried about, given that the audience was a group of very supportive women who ...
Views: 803 - Tips and Tricks to Relieving Stress through Subliminal Therapy and Meditation - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Greg FrostStress can be very irritating when you do not know how to control or deal with it. You may even end up getting further depressed if the situation continues unabated. However, you can always relieve stress when you engage the power inherent in Subliminal Therapy and meditation. Your life will ...
Views: 904 - Tips For Making It Through Stressful Situations - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Ramil MorlaIf you feel stressed out or at the end of your rope, you are not alone. The economy, work, family and an uncertain future can all cause added stress in our lives. This article will give you some tools to deal with that stress and keep it from getting the better of you in the future Try a ...
Views: 829 - Tips For Managing Stress - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Kevin CohenStress can take a toll on our health in a number of ways. It affects our hormones, blood pressure, heart rate, and also our cortisol levels. Too much cortisol in our system triggers higher insulin levels and also an increase in appetite. This affects weight loss in two ways. First, feeling ...
Views: 670 - Tips for reducing stress and potential spotting - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2020 from lean jackWhen you are not expecting it at all, unexpected spotting and sudden blood in your clothes is very common. While it is still unknown exactly why and how anxiety and stress can affect your monthly cycle, there is a very good chance that both are connected. When you are feeling stressed out and ...
Views: 542 - Tips For Reducing Stress While At Work - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2018 from Marcella GrantWhen you are trying to work you can often become overwhelmed with deadlines and tasks that you have to do. One of the key ways to improve the quality of your working day is to manage your time correctly to reduce stress and improve your personal satisfaction. Here are eight tips to help you ...
Views: 925 - Tips for Simplifying the Holidays - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2006 from Patricia CraneIn our already busy lives, the holidays are often a time of more stress rather than more joy and fun. Buying presents can stretch the family budget, demands on time increase, and family gatherings can be a challenge. This year simplify your life with these tips and enjoy the season more! 1. ...
Views: 1070 - Tips for Teachers to Reduce Stress Levels in the Classroom - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2015 from Marvin MarshallSome experts suggest that a little stress is good, but high levels of stress are harmful to most people. However, it is possible to perform well when relaxed (think masters of kung fu). In my opinion, that should be the goal: a classroom (and life) that is productive and virtually ...
Views: 1764 - Tips On How To Effectively Relieve Your Stress - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Ramil MorlaStress can be a major health risk if you aren't careful. Many specialists have found that stress is generally a combination of physical factors and mental factors. People who live in high stress environments understand that it's truly a balancing act to schedule everything perfectly; but in ...
Views: 827 - 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: 716 - Tips To Help Manage Job Burnout - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2008 from Connie LimonThere are no two people who react to stress and job burnout just alike. Some common warning signs that you may be or are about to experience job burn out include: • Resistance to going to work • Anger and resentment • Discouragement • A sense of failure • Guilt and ...
Views: 1224 - Tips to Help You Avoid and Handle Stress Better - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2017 from Cee HarmonThis is undoubtedly stress, and it plays havoc with both your mind and body. This is why you should you utilize these tips to fight stress in your life. A great tip that can help you fight stress is to simply have sex (between married couples). The act of having sex releases endorphins into ...
Views: 1178 - Tips to Stimulate and Boost Your Children's Creativity - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2020 from Shehbaz MalikCreative people develop new possibilities. Which parent does not dream of a good future for his child? A good job, a brilliant career ... Successful people are generally creative. Creativity is not just about art. Science and the business world also need creative people. Creative people have ...
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