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- ***5 Tips to 'Think Positive' When You Are Anxious - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from Sharon MelnickDo you ever have the experience where you are worried what is going to happen in the future? It’s not anything specific, or maybe it’s many specific challenges that are all adding up. You might even know your anxiety is ‘irrational’ but that doesn’t help! Here are two approaches you can use ...
Views: 4940(5 votes) - Stand up and SMILE - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Charmaine HammondSmiling is a great stress buster and it can also change the environment around you. I have noticed the power of a smile when visiting workplaces for consulting or training projects. When the team is in their “serious mode”, it is obvious through their facial expressions (or lack of expression) ...
Views: 2253 - Loved and never forgotten - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from garry robbinsFor some adopted children, there’s a feeling of not knowing who you are or where you come from and it is hard to tell a doctor “I don’t know, I am adopted.” This is true for me. I was adopted at birth I was told I was adopted as soon as I could comprehend. I LOVE my parents and my family and ...
Views: 1099 - Stressing Out Over the Meaning of Your Doodle? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Karen PasqualucciDoodle meaning: An insight into the ‘art’ of doodling Before we go on to discuss the significance of doodle meaning (and its ties to stress), consider this: Are you among the millions of people who suffer from stress due to the frantic pace of daily living? Are you juggling your ...
Views: 1920(1 vote) - How Losing My Eyesight Expands My View of Reality - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Ken LaDerouteI was born with less than perfect eyesight. As a kid, I wore very thick glasses to correct my football-shaped eyeballs otherwise known as myopia or near-sightedness. Over the years I’ve managed by wearing contact lenses as they work well for near-sighted people. But lately, I’ve been having ...
Views: 1798(1 vote) - 7 Early Signs of Stress - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Gerrianne ClarePeople think of stress as being burnt out, crying alot, feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope. While these are definitely signs of stress, they are often preceded by some earlier warning signs that people do not necessarily attribute to stress. Ponder the statements below, ask yourself, ...
Views: 1343 - ***Do You Have Too Much on Your Plate? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Sharon MelnickDoes your ‘to do’ list feel like the never-ending stream of clowns getting out of a Volkswagen? Conventional wisdom suggests that to reduce your overwhelm you should ‘Prioritize’. But your challenge is that Everything Seems Urgent. Below is the formula to win in situations of ‘too much to ...
Views: 5462(1 vote) - ***Are You Too Hard on Yourself? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Sharon MelnickAre you too hard on yourself? Do people tell you they really like you, or think you are great at what you do – but still inside you think you are ‘not enough’ Do you criticize yourself to try to motivate yourself, but really all it does is stress you out and get in the way of ...
Views: 7967(6 votes) - ***Do You Cause Your Own Problems? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Sharon MelnickThere are plenty of aggravations these days that are out of your control. The effects of the economy, and other people’s flaws are obvious examples. But for many of the problems that eat up your time and energy, you may have a hand in causing them yourself. This is not blame, this is good ...
Views: 4698(2 votes) - ***Do you think, or do you react? - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Sharon MelnickMy client’s boss said to me about my client: We had a plan in place to move forward with pricing. She was in the situation and just went with the idea that came to her mind. “She needs to think instead of react.” My sister in law told me about her day last week as a pre-school teacher: “I ...
Views: 3702(1 vote) - Reducing the Stress From Working Online - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from TJ PhilpottReducing the stress that builds up from sitting in front of a computer should be a concern of every internet marketer! What we're referring to here is not only the mental stress but also the muscle fatigue that silently creeps up on anyone who maintain the same position for extended periods of ...
Views: 879(1 vote) - No Fault De-Stressing - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Lynette Crane85% of major illness is now attributed to stress. The figure is alarming because it implies that the responsibility for our well-being lies directly in our own hands, as in a way it does. People who already have a major illness feel dismayed, and even angry, about the new emphasis on ...
Views: 688 - The Secret To A Success Life And Stress Free Living - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Chris D'CruzWhile you seem to work so hard or try your best to get the best things in life, you can encounter many challenges that will make life more stressful. No matter how hard you try, you keep falling and hence you become stressed. When you are stressed, your life seems hard and you get disappointed ...
Views: 582 - Stress and Internal Conflict: Heal Yourself With Forgiveness - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Anne Whitehouse PhDAll stress, regardless of the source, will undermine our wellbeing if left unchecked. The accumulated stress can eventually lead to conditions such as anxiety, insomnia, high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, stroke, ME/chronic fatigue and depression, to name but a few. So, any steps we can ...
Views: 3286 - How To Let Go Of Emotional Stress - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Adam BenedettoDuring life, we may encounter periods of time where we are under a lot of stress. We tend to hold onto these moments and carry them forward with us. How we felt during that period is also carried forward if we do not let go of it. That is why, even though the moment we are in may seem good, ...
Views: 1856 - Stress, Burnout and Exhaustion: Self-Help Energy Exercises - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Anne Whitehouse PhDImagine that your body's capacity to cope is like a bucket. The bucket represents your strength, your immune system, and your resistance to the stresses of life. Each time you put yourself under stress, it fills the bucket a little bit. Perhaps you are having a difficult time working with a new ...
Views: 2083(1 vote) - 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: 963 - What’s in your Holiday Bucket? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Lynette CraneIcons of black cats with arched backs are appearing everywhere, to be followed soon by turkeys in all stages, from on-the-hoof to lying down, legs in air wearing a golden brown crust. Can wreaths, holly and jolly fat men in red suits surrounded by elves be far behind? Your memory bucket is ...
Views: 690 - Stress management for a calmer and more enjoyable life - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2012 from Linda ConnorsHave you ever noticed that some people always seem to be calm, collected and comfortable in any situation? Many of these people experience anxieties and stresses which most people feel, however they have cultivated ways of relaxing in the most stressful situation, viewing the stress as an ...
Views: 1648(1 vote) - Magenta: The Colourful Way to Help ADHD Children and Their Stressed Parents - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Anne Whitehouse PhDMany children struggle with ADHD and behavioural problems, and we parents end up suffering with stress, exhaustion and feeling generally frazzled. Would you like to learn how to make both yourself and your children feel more relaxed and focused using only colour and the power of your mind? In ...
Views: 1565 - Managing Stress When Marketing Online - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from TJ PhilpottManaging stress is just as important to any internet marketer as is any promotional tools and tactics they employ! When you consider that change is one of the biggest stress factors that people encounter and then realize this is exactly what makes up the fabric of the dynamic internet ...
Views: 860 - Heading Straight to Burnout - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Meghan GehanDo you dread your work shift? View work as a chore? Or feel overwhelmed and unable to meet your work demands? If so, you may be heading straight for burnout. Burnout vs. Stress Burnout happens over time and it can be devastating. The job you once loved is now a chore and you’ve ...
Views: 1254 - Simple Silence: Antidote to Stress - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Judy MilinowskiAlternative Stress Solutions Seeking Silence: Antidote to Stress It is easy to become stressed. Financial demands, loss of employment, marital riffs, co-worker conflicts, demanding bosses, problems with children, and health issues can all combine to increase your stress levels. As we ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - New Audio Helps You Relieve Stress and Achieve Goals Faster - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Mary RivasLos Angeles, CA – October 18, 2011 – WarriorSpiritAudio.com (“WSA”) has released a self help audio that does far more than help people relieve stress and achieve deeply desired goals. Its ultimate purpose is to help people connect with their inner power and strengthen the faith in the power of ...
Views: 933 - Stress Relief - Keeping It Simple - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Scott TurrestersonStress is difficult to avoid in the workplace these days. Thankfully, there are natural stress relief methods that you can use in and out of the office to help work and life flow more smoothly. The following article tells you more. Enjoy. In these uncertain economic times, the average person ...
Views: 865 - What's Eating You? Know Your Stealth Stressors - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Roberta MittmanTraffic jam? Stress. Family disagreements? Stress. New boss making waves? Stress, big time. A decadent wedge of cheesecake and a little relaxation before the TV to put the mind at ease over it all...what? MORE stress? Yes, indeed. We're very aware that high-pressure, high-emotion ...
Views: 1223 - 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: 1172 - Taking Control of Stress: Environment and Position - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Roberta MittmanIn one form or another, stress is all around us every day. (I know some of you right now are saying "No kidding! I live and breathe stress!") But what is stress, and what triggers it? Answer those questions, and you're on your way to regaining control over it. Physiologically, stress is the ...
Views: 1082 - Overcoming Social Anxiety In 3 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Michael LeeOvercoming social anxiety is a big step in every person's life. It's not something that happens overnight, but it's not something that will take forever to happen either. The time it takes will greatly depend on how serious your fears are and how determined you are to conquer them. If you ...
Views: 2502 - What To Do When Faced With Stressful Situations - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Kimberley CohenThere is no doubt that stressful events can really send one spiraling down into that emotional abyss and self doubt until one finds his/her way back up or through. It’s not always easy, but it is possible. Stress places strain on your physical and emotional well-being which is why it’s ...
Views: 1182 - Do You Want A Less Stress More Success Kind Of Life - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Chris D'CruzSuccess means different things to different people. It depends on what you are looking for in life. This is because we are all different, in different situations and from all walks of life. A teenager will not have the same definition of success as an adult. A manager will not define success ...
Views: 709 - Crazy Drivers Make Me Mad - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Joan ChamberlainA Deeper Look at the Control Personality. Sam and I were having a conversation about why he’s depressed. I said that I knew his dad, Carl, had the same problem. Yeah, he thought his personality was like his dad’s in some ways. Like his dad, he’s angry a lot. (By the way, over time, ...
Views: 1243 - Responding to Change - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from David windleResponding to Change Keep your ship steady in choppy seas Change is an inevitable and necessary part of life. Even small changes can have a big impact, leading to feelings of anxiety and loss of control. Try these tips to help you stay happy during change. 1. Come home to your ...
Views: 1589(1 vote) - ME and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - What You Need to Know to Avoid This Condition - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Anne Whitehouse PhDAre you on the fast-track to illness? The seeds of this debilitating condition may have already been sown, but it is not too late. You can stop things now and turn back towards health. In this article you will learn the two mental programmes which are the root of this debilitating condition. ...
Views: 1439(11 votes) - Stress Relieving Methods: Time Management - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Rick CarterIn this economy, the pressure is on for you to be productive. To do more with less. And to do it in less time. Be more efficient. Usually under rapidly changing, almost chaotic, conditions. This adds to the stress you are already feeling at work of just trying to get on with your career. ...
Views: 1655(1 vote) - Stress Management and the Art of Being - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerI sat down to write this article today and I experienced a bit of a block – which ironically caused me some stress. And as I struggled with how to formulate the topic, I began to think about the process of writing itself, and how it might feel to actually ‘be a writer’ – to derive great natural ...
Views: 1091(1 vote) - Mindfulness for Stress Reduction and Better Sleep - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerThere seems to be a lot written about mindfulness lately, and so I’ve sort of steered away from the topic. But I was reminded again recently about how important a topic it really is: how one simple practice can make such a difference to one’s well-being. I have a friend who has been ...
Views: 1742(3 votes) - ***How to Deal Effectively with Job Stress - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2014 from Barry Farrell13 Simple Steps for Taming the Strange Beast in Your Life If someone asked you, would you be able to give a clear definition of job stress? More importantly, are you aware of how much job stress may be affecting your daily life? Job stress is a strange beast! Most people have experienced ...
Views: 4761(9 votes) - Powerful Tips for Stress Management...Part Two - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Daniela RoherLet’s discuss what approaches to deal with difficult situations are effective in helping us manage our stress levels and increasing our abilities to cope with it. The number one thing that can help you cope with stress is creating a strong support network around you. Studies over and over ...
Views: 1197 - Powerful Tips for Stress Management...Part One - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Daniela RoherWe cannot escape stress. We are surrounded by it in our busy lives, where we tend to get as many things done as possible in as short time as possible. What is stress? Stress is a normal physical response to situations that are perceived as being dangerous. We perceive our abilities to cope ...
Views: 1165 - Is Your Brain Stressing You Out? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Hope TackaberryBelow are stress tips and recommendations for addressing stress mentally. -Be conscious of what you are feeding your mind. “You are what you eat” is also true for the mind: “You are what you think” AND “Junk in, Junk Out”. This means being aware of what you are “inputting”, such as drama, ...
Views: 913 - You Were Born a Bundle of Joy! - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Cindy Teevens—and you can reclaim your birthright, right now Standing in a print shop, waiting for my order, I stood with what I knew could be interpreted as a “stupid grin” on my face. Things got a little busy there and it took some time, but I could have just stood there in joy indefinitely. About ...
Views: 1555(1 vote) - Optimism: A wonderful antidote for stress - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2011 from Tele OpakunleWouldn't it be nice to look at an acorn and already see a mighty oak? How about perceiving every image of despair as hope and transmuting every idea of sorrow into joy. Sounds too technical, doesn’t it? Well the idea is about focusing your energy on a positive outcome rather than a negative one. ...
Views: 1160(4 votes) - ***Reduce Stress in Any Situation - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2011 from Sharon MelnickThere are always 3 strategies you can use to tackle any stressful situation: Problem Perception Physiology Usually you might only think about trying to “change the problem”, and if you can’t do that then you might think you have to just put up with it. This framework shows you that ...
Views: 3307(2 votes) - 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: 4425 - Handle Change and the Stress Associated with It - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from nancy traversSometimes it feels like everything is changing! Today, many of us feel like we are being met with both major and minor life changes at an increasing frequency. Of course, the fact that people deal with these adjustments on a regular basis doesn’t always mean that they are prepared to handle ...
Views: 889(1 vote) - You Mean Stress Is a Choice? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Lynette CraneA week ago, I was awakened just before midnight by an alarming phone call. The security company was calling to tell me there was an alarm going off at the historic house I manage (on a purely volunteer basis), and asked if they should send a fire engine. “Yes, of course,” I gasped, surprised ...
Views: 1175 - How Can I Fight Stress? Plan - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Rick CarterStress is disorganized. It feels focused, unrelenting, and probably targeted right at you. But stress is not a thing. Stress is, in large part, the conflict you feel when your boundaries are being stretched. Stress in the workplace is your boss testing your boundary for autonomy. Or it ...
Views: 3217(2 votes) - Have You Unplugged Yet? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Beth DargisA lot has been written lately about unplugging. Taking a day a week or a month at unplug from technology so you can re-connect with yourself and with the ones you love. But are you doing it? Since we don’t see it as a necessity, we can find all sorts of excuses – my family will get mad at ...
Views: 1161 - Clearer Than You Think - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Beth DargisClarity is an important piece to having a simpler life. Otherwise you end up with a simpler life, but one that is not fulfilling. Too often we think we are confused and don’t really know what we want. But, really we aren’t listening. I’m sure you’ve gotten inklings that something wasn’t ...
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