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- How to get peace of mind - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Dia ThabetIs finding peace of mind a challenge for you? Do you look for ways to get peace of mind? When we talk about peace of mind, many people wonder how to achieve it. Life is hard, work is stressful, children need nurture, are among the excuses that people come up with for not having inner peace ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - 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: 1333 - Why do some people just seem to have all the luck? - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Lynette CraneEarlier in my life, I was bemused at the sight of a number of people who had talent and persistence, but never seemed to get the break that allowed them to display that talent. At the same time, it was puzzling to see much less qualified people rise to the top. Not always, not even very often, ...
Views: 1333(1 vote) - ***Knowing When to Say No - To Give or Not to Give? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2014 from Debra Graugnard[Watch the video: http://youtu.be/xq2ggIBZ3zU] In last week's video on Boundary Setting, we talked about the idea of putting up a wall of protection. This takes a lot of energy. It's exhausting! And would you really want to walk around barricaded, trapped inside a wall? Instead we want to ...
Views: 1332 - Surviving the Stress of Unemployment - by Submitted on May 14, 2009 from Sara DenningYou just lost your job. Your reactions are a mixed bag: “Oh no, oh great – oh my God!” You are now feeling the effects of loss of employment. Perhaps you felt a strong reaction to the news or possibly you went numb. The question on your mind is “Now what?” That is a question that can be ...
Views: 1332(3 votes) - Quick Stress Reduction Strategies for Busy Women: The Power of Rituals and Rest - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Melissa McCreeryIf you are a busy woman with too much on her plate, you may also be sleep deprived. Whether you are burning the midnight oil, having a hard time shutting down your mind at the end of the day, or staying up late to grab some quiet time (this never really works well by the way), once you are short ...
Views: 1331 - Ten Steps To De-stress In Ten Minutes - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2008 from Sandi KimmelYou know it when you feel it. Suddenly, your shoulders are tense, your stomach tightens, your breathing is shallow and you've run out of patience. Stress is at the root of it, trying to get your attention. Once it does, follow these ten simple steps to release yourself from the confines of your ...
Views: 1331 - 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: 1331 - How To Relax Your Mind And Release Stress - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2011 from Laura SilvaIn today's hectic, stressful world, finding time to relax can be difficult. However, it is important to make an effort to relax and unwind each day, so that you do not become overwhelmed by stress or develop stress-related health problems. Here are some ideas on how to relax. As part of any ...
Views: 1330 - Is Balance in Life a Myth? - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2013 from Alyssa JohnsonMost schools around here are back in session at this point. Finding balance in life may seem like a pipe dream for many. I see the harried expressions of moms as they drive their kids here, there, and everywhere. My foot was the victim of a grocery cart incident as a mother was rushing around ...
Views: 1329 - How to Achieve a Mindful Moment - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from Robin EschlerA pot of beautiful, blooming tea, a relaxing moment and time away from the stresses of the day, a comfortable place to sit and observe the simple beauties unfolding before you, everyone needs such a moment in every day of our lives. “Impossible!” you say? “How can I possibly make a habit of ...
Views: 1327(4 votes) - Three Ways to Survive the Holidays - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2014 from Melissa HeislerHolidays are the best time of the year filled with parties, celebrations, gifts, food, family, and friends. Or are they? happy_holidays_wallpaper_by_darktrick17-d5mvmf2For some, holidays can be one of the most stressful times of the year. Our schedule is filled with events and gatherings ...
Views: 1326(1 vote) - What to Do When You Are Out of the Flow - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Marlene ChismI often talk about "reading the signs" and what I mean by that is not "woo woo" but about increased levels of awareness. With increased levels of awareness or (consciousness) you can make simple shifts to bring you more into that good feeling flow and that is where personal effectiveness and ...
Views: 1326 - 5 Ways To Handle Stress - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Laurie-Ann MurabitoStress and problems are just a natural part of life. How you react and interpret stressful situations can have a great impact on you and your life. Here are five ways to handle life’s curve balls. 1. Don’t get “sucked” in. Whose crisis is this? Is this self imposed, are you taking on too ...
Views: 1325(1 vote) - What Are The Health Benefits Of Owning An Indoor Or Outdoor Fountain? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthEvery time you turn on the television or open a magazine, articles warn about our failing health. Heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and a host of other ailments are being attributed to a number of things including poor eating habits, lack of exercise, too much stress, not enough sleep, etc. ...
Views: 1325 - How to deal with stress? - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2010 from Dia ThabetHow to deal with Stress Do you feel stressed? Is stress affecting your life? How do you deal with stress? Stress is simply the response of the body and mind in reaction to events or external influences. Many people go on with their day feeling stressed from their jobs, house work, life ...
Views: 1324 - Depression Vs. Centeredness - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Rebecca SheldonDepression Vs. Centeredness August 13, 2007 at 6:39 am | In Articles | What is depression? What is fear? Fear and depression are feelings that represent the difference between where you are and where you want to be. So how do we allow well being when what we want is different than that which ...
Views: 1322 - How to be more Patient - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Osman HameedHow you cope with problems, is greatly effected by your past The coping style which you learned as a child is generally same in later life. If you learned that kicking and screaming loudly enough will result in your mom or dad caving in and letting you "have it now" you are likely to ...
Views: 1321(2 votes) - Happy Stress Awareness Month! - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2015 from Melissa HeislerStress awareness month always confused me. Aren’t we always hyperaware of how stressed we are? What we may not realize is how stress affects us. The Price of Stress When we are stressed our limbic brain takes over, shutting down all body systems which do not help us fight or flee danger. ...
Views: 1320 - How Military Helps With Family Stress - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2011 from Dale CollieWhat do you do for families when you're ready to demand a lot from employees? Are families even a part of your plan? Experience shows that stress levels go up when people are concerned about other family members. The military has years of experience in dealing with the stress of long-term ...
Views: 1320 - THE BEST STRESS MANAGEMENT TIP – ACCEPTANCE - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2014 from Gaurang ChandaranaThe biggest cause for stress today is a latent dissatisfaction with oneself. We all talk about individualism but constantly want to confirm with a larger group. There is an increasing need for a sense of belonging with some group, system or society at large. Unlike popular belief a constant ...
Views: 1320 - Balance? - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2005 from Kerul KasselIt seems that the mantra emanating from many people's mouths these days is "balance". Work/Life balance or Family/Self balance is mostly what people seem to be referring to. So many people are juggling the demands of two-income households, trying to keep current with all the chores, tasks, ...
Views: 1318 - Rude Behavior? Walk On By - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2019 from Noelle NelsonIt’s inevitable: if you interact with other human beings, you’re going to be subject to an assortment of slights, glares and smirks (if not downright rude gestures). Whether their behavior is intentional or not, the driver that cuts you off, the person in front of you in the “15 items only” line ...
Views: 1317 - We Can’t Manage Time, But we Can say NO! - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2009 from Diana FletcherWe can’t really manage time. We can work within its boundaries, though, in a manageable way. Key to getting things done and accomplishing what we want to accomplish, is to create the space in your life to let those things happen. To get the results you want, you have to create space for good ...
Views: 1317(1 vote) - Download hypnosis or personal advice – the best?. - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2011 from Raymond BorsberryHypnosis downloads are an easy and inexpensive way to find high-quality treatment without the need for a reliable and qualified therapists access. In the case of one-on-one Hypnosis, a session will be many times the cost of a hypnosis download. For some people it is necessary to discuss ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - How to Work Through Difficult Times in Business - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2016 from Steve ConstableWe can all get a feeling of being overwhelmed by the stresses involved in running a business. We feel the responsibility of supporting employees, subcontractors, outside consultants and our family. We work long days and long nights to keep our businesses alive and rarely do we take time out for ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - Overcome Stress... And Save Your Life! - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2010 from Kay PattersonYou may be thinking that the title of this article is too dramatic... But in actual fact it's extremely accurate! Any Doctor will tell you that chronic stress conditions lead to thousands of serious illnesses and deaths every single year. A situation that appears to worsen as the pressures of ...
Views: 1316(1 vote) - How to say NO to people - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Dia ThabetJane was 15 years old when she started caring for her brother and sister. She sacrificed her life for them by leaving school and working as a maid in various houses since they lost their parents. She needed the money, so she can feed herself and her siblings. Years have past and Jane’s ...
Views: 1315(1 vote) - Stop The Stress Train. I Want To Get Off! - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Sharon CapehartStress is a significantly rampant and dangerous phenomenon throughout the world. Stress can cause illness and most people are not aware of that. You can relieve stress by performing deep breathing. If you have to take classes such as yoga, then it would be recommended. Yoga relaxes you. ...
Views: 1315 - Definition: Stress Relief Tips - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Stephanie AnastasioTips to Manage Stress It’s Monday morning, the alarm screams in your ear, you jolt out of bed. You quickly shower, feed the cat, let the dog out, and try to convince your child he has to get up for school. You have an important presentation to give, so you get out your best suit. While putting ...
Views: 1314 - How to Start Winning in Life...NOW! - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Michelle PrinceThroughout my life, I have read inspirational books, listened to motivational CDs and attended many personal development seminars. If not for the encouragement, as well as the treasure trove of power-tips and techniques these materials provided, I would probably still be asking myself what a ...
Views: 1314(9 votes) - Stress and Stones - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles“Why do you have a pile of rocks on your desk?” “Those aren’t just rocks,” I replied. “These small stones are gifts, remnants from great bridges that people built to cross over troubled waters. I keep them here to remind me. Take one, as my gift to you, and remember.” Everyone faces periods of ...
Views: 1314 - The changing Business Intelligence needs today - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2012 from David Jones JonesComputing has come on to gain a lot of importance in our lives, as the data which we have today goes on to increase day by day. The effects of this increase in data has also been seen in various sectors across UK and other countries and this is why data migration UK assumes a great level of ...
Views: 1314 - Having Fun With Stress Management - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 from Sandra HishinumaWe often think of stress management as a serious subject. And although the subject is serious, stress can ruin lives, managing it effectively need not be. There are ways of having fun while managing stress. The following are some fun ideas for effective stress management. Squeeze that ball. ...
Views: 1313 - Holiday Stress Management - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2006 from Susie Cortright\Decking the halls and spreading good cheer takes a lot of energy. Here are some tips to make sure you enjoy every last fa-la-la. 1. Stay Centered. An energized and peaceful holiday season is possible only when you can keep your priorities straight. Take a pen and paper and ask yourself: What ...
Views: 1313 - Stress Free and Happy - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from Candace CzarnyStress – we all feel it on a daily basis, in varying degrees. Some days are much worse than others, while other days, you might even go so far as to say you're relaxed. But in truth, stress is the norm more than we'd like it to be. And while we might never be completely stress free, we certainly ...
Views: 1313(3 votes) - How to make the right choice - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2013 from Elmira StrangeWe often have to make choices. It’s a fact of life. Some of them will be small, like what should you wear for work the next day or for a forthcoming event, what type of breakfast cereal to buy in the supermarket, or what magazine (website) to read during your break at work. Then ...
Views: 1312 - Quick Stress Reduction Strategies for Busy Women: Learn to Pause - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2010 from Melissa McCreeryBusy, high achieving women tend to be hard workers who expect a lot of themselves. Stress, a crowded schedule, and a never-ending to-do list, are common side effects. Overload, worry, and too much to do can lead to stress eating and emotional overeating, weight gain, insomnia and sleep ...
Views: 1312 - Are You Feeling Guilty Because of Technology? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2011 from Jennifer PeekAs if they uncovered some great fact, a recent survey that was published in The Journal of Health and Social Behavior suggests that women "...feel 40% more distress than men when family life is frequently interrupted..." by cell phones, Blackberries and laptops. Yes, those very things that give ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - How to Handle and Control Your Stress and Anxiety - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from John S LIt is a well known fact that the current economic depression has caused a lot of stress to many in the world although how it affects individuals differs from one country to another. According to the American Psychological Association, almost every American experienced the feeling of stress and ...
Views: 1311(2 votes) - 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: 1310 - Let Yourself Off the Hook – 3 Steps to Instant Stress Relief - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Abigail SteidleySelf-pressure is my term for the mental expectations you have about yourself that differ from what you really need in this moment. It’s an instant stress-creator. Self-pressure can seem very subtle until you get used to noticing it. For example, I often decide I’m going to work out X number of ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - 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: 1308 - 7 Stops On The Less Stress Express - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2008 from Phyllis GoldbergWould you like to spend less time racking up emotional debt and more time receiving dividends from your 'feeling better' bank account? Research findings show that the complex demands of family and work can really get you down. When inundated with a myriad of responsibilities, daydreaming about ...
Views: 1307 - Managing your Energy - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Daniel RipAs organizations demand more and more from their people these days, time-pressed employees have to scramble to keep up. You may not be able to make the day any longer, but you can take steps to replenish your energy. Often, employees think that making it through the day using effective time ...
Views: 1307 - SIMPLIFY YOUR LIFE – HOW TO MAKE YOUR TO-DO LIST WORK FOR YOU - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Julia JamesDo you feel overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do lists? You are not alone! These lists evoke negative emotions in most people. They seem like silent reminders showing us just how far “behind” we are and how impossible it is to ever catch up. It doesn’t have to be like this. There is ...
Views: 1307 - Better Ways to Cope with Stress: Your Way Out of the Toxic Triangle - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2006 from Yolanda CardenDepressive symptoms, unhealthy eating habits, and heavy drinking unite to create a space that is so poisonous for women that I have called it the toxic triangle. Eating, Drinking, Overthinking will help you understand your own relationship to the toxic triangle. It is not just for women who have ...
Views: 1306 - 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: 1305(1 vote) - Problems Sleeping Due To Stress and Worry - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWhen you wake up in the morning do you feel rested, awake, and ready to start the day or are you like most people, plagued with restless nights and fitful sleep? Sleep patterns have a lot to do with stress in our lives. What we live through and are worried about will often carry over into our ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - How can I soar with eagles when I work with turkeys? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2013 from Lynette CraneI remember this sign in an organization for which I worked years ago, and when I thought of some of my colleagues, I laughed in recognition. Much later, I recognized that some of them probably had my face in mind when they looked at the sign and laughed. The expression refers to someone ...
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