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***4 Techniques to Bust Your Fears NOW!***Dealing With Stress and Anxiety the Nutritious Way- Stress Help: Inspirational Quotes That Can Help You Cope during Challenging Times - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Elisabeth KuhnStress makes us lose perspective, while inspirational quotes can help us get it back. So here are a few quotes to keep around when the going gets rough... When you're going through hell, keep going. -- Winston Churchill When you don't see where you're going, when you don't think you can ...
Views: 2539(2 votes) - Fear and Doubt in the Gap - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsQuestion: When I reach the state of pure being or gap while meditating - I introduce my intentions there. I try to be detached to my intentions. But sometimes , a related thought with my intentional goal pops up while I am introducing my intention. This related thought is of fear and ...
Views: 728(1 vote) - Are You Feeling Exasperated by the World Economic Affairs? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsDing Dong the Wild Rich is banging his head... Rattling & Rolling with his bed sheets flying and bed bugs crying. His head begins to feel like lead He states, "How do we survive the world climate this date?" Wild Rich has been led astray, recoiling further into his head. But wait...it ...
Views: 769(1 vote) - The Challenge of Letting Go - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Gian Fiero |There comes a point and time in everyone's life when they need to let go. It's easier said than done, and even when most recognize the need to let go they can't do it. Letting go is about freedom; freedom that can only be experienced through the disconnection of the things - or the person - ...
Views: 2931(3 votes) - Help! I'm Drowning Under Pressure! - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from ayo olaniyanThere are many situations & circumstances that give rise to pressure. You could face pressure from work (the zeal to succeed , meet targets, get that promotion, impress that boss), it could be within the family (wanting to be a good father/mother, be a provider, take care of your children, make ...
Views: 1290(1 vote) - 3 Ways to Stop Worrying - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Angela SpaxmanWorrying is a very common source of stress and waste of energy. All of us have times when we worry, and some people rarely have times when they don't worry! Whether you are an occasional worrier, or a worry addict, learning how to worry less is an excellent investment in your life. Here are ...
Views: 1875(4 votes) - Instant Stress Relief – Complete Relaxation in 10 Minutes with Binaural Beats - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Jonathan RoachInstant stress relief? Yes, really this is entirely possible and achievable for you over the next 30 minutes or so! Stress is a fact of life for so many people these days, whether they are top executives, ordinary workers, or perhaps mums at home coping with children and the demands of ...
Views: 2108 - How to deal with loss - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI took my dog, Bella for a walk in the neighborhood and couldn’t help but enjoy the crisp morning air and puffs of clouds dotting the baby blue sky above me. Other walkers were passing me by and smiling as they looked at Bella tugging her leash and exuding a feeling of happy playfulness. It ...
Views: 723(1 vote) - Do You Suffer from Depression, Anxiety or Social Anxiety? Here's What Might Be Preventing the Healing. - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Piercarla GarusiFeeling anxious, socially anxious, stressed, depressed can be extremely painful and limiting to our life. It might cause us not to feel comfortable in ourselves, not to be ourselves or live our values, not to do what we would like, not to have the job we would like, not to live the life we would ...
Views: 1651(2 votes) - Are You Stressed Because of Someone’s Potential Reaction? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Robert VibertI’ve written about how we can get stressed over what might happen, when we jump to conclusions. Here I’d like to focus on one variant of this situation, the one in which we can almost forecast what is going to happen when someone reacts to what we say or do and, as a result, we stop ourselves ...
Views: 2391(3 votes) - The Four Types of Stress Managment - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from John GrobergJust like there are a myriad of different symptoms of stress, there are likewise a myriad of different ways we as human beings have learned to deal with or “cope” with stress. As I’ve thought about it, I’ve come up with four major categories of stress mangement strategies. The first three ...
Views: 1756(46 votes) - What Really Causes Stress? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from John GrobergStress comes in countless forms, and for many, is a constant, nagging companion that weighs us down, blinding us to the brilliant beauty all around us, sapping our strength and energy, and leaving us feeling tired, frustrated, anxious and dull. Stress keeps us from fully enjoying the present, ...
Views: 1231(4 votes) - From Worrier to Warrior: Making Friends with Fear - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWorry pretends to be necessary, but serves no useful purpose. -- Eckhart Tolle OK, I know things are very "hairy" out there. We are standing in the midst of a perfect storm. The world financial markets have plummeted; our economy is near collapse, life savings and home equities have ...
Views: 1651 - What My Old House Can Teach Us About the Economy - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsMy house is old. Not old compared to my friend’s house in England that was built in the 1600’s, but old for Los Angeles. My house was built in 1927. Much of the house we have restored and kept just as it was in the 20’s. We have the original built-in ironing board complete with built-in swinging ...
Views: 805 - Stop Negative Thougths by Creating a Mental Gatekeeper - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Rhonda JonesDo you battle with negative thoughts or just can't turn off the dialogue in your head? Do you find yourself having conversations with people who aren't even there? Many people suffer from compulsive and negative thinking, but you can learn to stop these voices in your head by creating a mental ...
Views: 2196 - The Secret Benefits of Guided Meditation - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Nigel CoatesThe secret benefits of Guided Meditation are the subtle effects that happen quietly in the background without your conscious awareness. The first term I will introduce is Homeostasis. (Just read it slowly and that is how it is meant to sound) Homeostasis is when the different systems of ...
Views: 2484(7 votes) - Fast Phobia Cure - Phobias, Anxiety, PTSD Cured in 7 Days or Less - 97% Success Rate! - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Jonathan RoachIf you suffer from phobias, anxiety or PTSD you will be only too aware of the misery the conditions create. They leave us worn and depleted and they steal the quality of our lives. Often people are housebound because they fear going out and possibly being confronted with potentially threatening ...
Views: 2209(2 votes) - Stopping a Panic Attack – 5 Things You Can Do When an Attack Seems Close - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Jonathan RoachA Panic Attack can be very frightening, but it may help to remember that it no more than a sequence of bodily reactions to a perceived threat. Panic occurs when adrenaline is released into the blood stream and our bodies prepare for fight or flight. The symptoms are often disproportionate to the ...
Views: 2834(3 votes) - 10 Tips for Managing Stress - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Roy VartabedianThere are 3 main ways to deal with stress: (1) eliminate, decrease, or spread out the stressors (causes of stress) in your life (2) change your attitudes and perceptions of stressful events or situations in your life (3) use healthy coping mechanisms to deal with the inevitable stress in your ...
Views: 1385(3 votes) - Emotional Stimulus Package via the LifeQuake - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYesterday I was interviewed by a news anchor and was asked the question, how do you prepare for change if you don’t know what change is coming? I pondered this question, (not because I didn’t have an answer) but I had so many answers that I didn’t know how to put them inside a sound bite for ...
Views: 795(2 votes) - Is Stress Causing Your Weight Gain? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Lynn JaffeeThere was an article in my local paper last week about the relationship between stress and weight gain. The gist of the article was that during the current economic crisis many people who are stressed about their financial situation turn to food as a way to cope. Medical experts know that ...
Views: 1688(2 votes) - Do You Ever Feel Small? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Alan AHave you ever gone outside at night and looked up at the moon and stars and realized just how small you really are? It’s almost a feeling of insignificance but it’s not related to low self-esteem. This realization, this feeling of being small, immediately diminishes our self-importance leaving ...
Views: 2039(2 votes) - What is Causing Your Panic Attacks? - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 from Dan DeLucaIn order to start to eliminate your panic, it's critical for you to be aware of what causes panic attacks. When you know what causes a panic attack, you can be prepared and alert to the signs and symptoms. Awareness is the first step to devising any kind of change, for if you are not aware, then ...
Views: 2276 - Panic and Anxiety Disorder Causes and Cures - Feel Better Today! - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 from Jonathan RoachPanic and Anxiety Disorder are the most debilitating of conditions, and when they persist for long periods they inhibit the sufferer and steal the quality of our lives. Panic occurs when adrenaline is released into the bloodstream to prepare the body for fight or flight. This is of course quite ...
Views: 1629 - Public Speaking Fears - 5 Top Tips to Have You Speaking with Calm Self Assurance! - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 from Jonathan RoachThe act of Public Speaking is feared by the majority of the population even more so that death itself, so major studies have revealed! It is however a fear worth defeating and a skill worth mastering if you can, as to do so will boost your confidence tremendously and enhance greatly your career ...
Views: 2272(1 vote) - What Are Panic Attacks? - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Dan DeLucaIt's essential for you to be acquainted with the generally recognized medical meaning of panic and panic attacks. You want to be sure you use the most efficient, safe and fast panic attack treatment available! What Is A Panic Attack? Panic is a severe form of anxiety, which recurs, for no ...
Views: 2140(3 votes) - Surviving Stress - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2009 from Hunter PhoenixStress. It happens to everyone at some time or another. We get stressed about our work, our relationships, our finances, kids, health and homes. I’ve yet to meet anyone who leads a completely charmed life and never experiences any stress. However, in the last six months, I’ve seen the stress ...
Views: 1613(3 votes) - ***Therapies for Anxiety - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2014 from Charles LindenAnxiety Therapy - Medication In order to permanently overcome an anxiety condition, it is vital that the core of the disorder is addressed in a targeted, supportive and seamless process of recovery. The core of anxiety disorder is stored and perpetuated in the amygdala, the 'anxiety control ...
Views: 4581(4 votes) - How to Tell if Anxiety is Legitimate - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2009 from Reid PetersonDo you ever get the feeling that what your anxious about has little or nothing to do with what is actually happening? Many of us do, and it happens a lot. Anxiety is a concern or worry about past and/or future events, which is detrimental to being in the moment. The real question is: how ...
Views: 2310(2 votes) - *** The One Step Remedy for Anxiety - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteAnxiety! It has power. It has the power to stop you cold, in your tracks, as you freeze in your attempt to move forward in your life. Your anxiety gets in the way of you being, doing and having what you want in life. What is anxiety? The dictionary will tell you that anxiety is a sense of ...
Views: 1206(1 vote) - Uncertainty and fear, tips to get a grip! - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2009 from Joan HangarterIf you are suffering from increased anxiety and stress, move over. You are not alone. Statistics are showing that almost 85 % of Americans are feeling anxious. It should not come as a surprise that sales of anti-depressants are up. That’s the bad news. None of us has the power to personally ...
Views: 1923(2 votes) - Dealing With Recession Panic: The Science of Physical Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsDuring the economic recession, there are and will be many moments of panic. When stocks are in free fall and the world seems to be falling apart, there is widespread panic that makes the market even worse. Now, in the middle of one of the worst recessions ever, we will also have to face the ...
Views: 771(1 vote) - ***Do You Wake Up Happy or Anxious? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Margaret Paul"I can have a really great day, but when I wake up the next morning I feel anxious. Sometimes the better day I've had, the more anxious I am the next morning. I can't figure it out." I hear this over and over from my clients. What is happening here? The Tyranny of the Ego Wounded ...
Views: 7223(6 votes) - New Age Devil - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2009 from Anne SaviolaAs we look back in time, we learn that "The Devil" (without name, everyone can imagine it by him/her self) "The great-One" had cleft hoofs, devil-fork, horns and red or black eyes with a look thats kill! The Great-One visited where ever it wanted, did what ever it wanted and its playground after ...
Views: 1293 - *** The Hidden Enemy of Talent - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery Satterwhite"We have met the enemy and he is us." - Pogo A great deal of talent is lost to the world for want of a little courage. When you act out of fear, you create what you fear. All of my clients have been praised and admired for their talent. You'd think that they have plenty of self-confidence ...
Views: 1231(1 vote) - Diagnosing Mental Illness - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI frequently a lot of misunderstanding in my practice about what a "mental illness" is. For instance, many clients are under the impression that experiencing "mood swings" means they have Bipolar Disorder. Bipolar Disorder is much, much more serious than simple "mood swings" and involves the ...
Views: 1550(1 vote) - Depression, Anxiety, Stress and Substance Abuse in America - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsTim Ferriss, the author of "The 4-Hour Work Week" has posted some interesting stats on his blog about work and American life. 63% of all employees want to work less, up from 46% in 1992. 26% of adult Americans report being on the verge of a serious nervous breakdown. 40% of workers describe ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - Insomnia and Melatonin - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWorking with a lot of clients who are struggling with trauma and histories of abuse, anxiety and insomnia are constant problems. Many people have been prescribed medications such as Ambien, Sereoquel or one of the other mood stabilizers for sleep. Many of these medications have been found to ...
Views: 1183(1 vote) - Avoiding Anxiety - What Can I Do to Feel Better Today? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Jonathan RoachAnxiety can be a living hell, but you do not have to be powerless in this situation, and there are a number of things that you can do to help yourself today. I am a staff support office with a major international employer and I have worked with many hundreds of anxiety sufferers, and without ...
Views: 1600 - The Power and Perils of Fear-Based Thinking - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI write a Tuesday column for the Huffington Post. In my most recent column about “Why rational thinking is not all it’s cracked up to be?” a reader commented that my example of a paranoid client was not a good one as paranoia is not rational. I did not say that it was, but used it in the ...
Views: 3363 - Tips For Managing Anxiety - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2009 from Jonathan RoachIn my role as Staff Support Officer for one of the largest UK employers for over 15 years, I have offered help, support, and resources to countless individuals suffering from this debilitating and inhibiting condition. Anxiety takes many forms and occurs for a multitude of reasons, but in ...
Views: 1378 - *** The Key to Financial Freedom for Artists, Actors, Writers & Musicians - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteWell-meaning, yet woefully misguided, advice from parents, teachers and other loved ones such as "You'll never make a living as an artist" has become the foundational belief and mantra of the artist's Inner Critic. What's worse is that this also woefully misguided Inner Critic loves to be right ...
Views: 1501 - *** The Key To Expressing Full Creative Potential - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery Satterwhite“Love is a force that connects us to every strand of the universe, an unconditional state that characterizes human nature, a form of knowledge that is always there for us if only we can open ourselves to it” - Emily Hilburn Sell You were born with a magnificent gift. You came into this ...
Views: 1132 - Trauma and Anxiety - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Dr. Kathleen YoungAnxiety is more than just a feeling. As a product of the body's fight-or-flight response, anxiety involves a wide range of physical symptoms. Because of the numerous physical symptoms, anxiety sufferers often mistake their disorder for a medical illness. You may have visited many doctors and ...
Views: 1767(2 votes) - Why Do I Keep Having the Same Car Accident? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Margaret (Maggie) KerriganTom (not his real name) could not believe what had just happened! For the fourth time in two years, he had been hit again; each time the car had been on his left side. The first time, he was hit when he attempted to merge into traffic from an on-ramp; others happened in an intersection, in a ...
Views: 7656 - It's Not Surprising That You Are Still Not Done with the Accident - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Margaret (Maggie) KerriganRichard, not his real name, was anxious to photograph the deer that he had been tracking all morning. The boulder nearby looked like the perfect place where he could scan the field. That thought was the last he remembered. With one misstep, he felt himself tumbling over the rock and dropping ...
Views: 1451 - Luxury of Anxiety - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Garth MintunIn my thirty plus years of working with people in Indianapolis Indiana, struggles with anxiety have come up most often in therapy sessions. Most people that I see are anxious about a variety of issues. They may ask themselves the following questions for the future: Will I have enough money? Is ...
Views: 1070 - How Can the Trauma of Childhood Still Be Afffecting Me? - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2009 from Margaret (Maggie) KerriganEvan exploded. His one-year-old son had dropped cereal on the floor for the third time. Usually, Evan has lots of tolerance when his son dropped things, but today he had none. He knew his reaction was over the top for something relatively minor. Later, when he thought about his reaction he ...
Views: 1653 - Creating What We Don’t Want: When Worry Becomes A Prayer - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIf prayer is an intention that we announce to the universe in order to create a desired outcome, then our every thought is a prayer. This includes thoughts of worry as well as of hope. All thoughts are subtle creative energy. Some thoughts are more focused or repeated more often, gathering ...
Views: 997 - Coping with Today’s Tumultuous Environment - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2009 from Marty BrennerThe age in which we live is full of stressors that can build and trigger a slew of negative emotions. Anxiety and frustration are everywhere in today’s society and the way in which we choose to deal with them can have a profound impact on our lives. What we choose to do with our pain is up to ...
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