Jobs and CareersHow to Stay Calm (Even If Everyone Else is Freaking Out)
By Heather Jassy
Most places I go, people are talking about the economy, and they're freaking out. They're speculating on what will happen and how it will affect their lives. It can all feel pretty scary, and the fear feels contagious. Here are some tips to help you stay calm:
What's Worked for You in the Past?
Think about a time in the past when you faced difficulty. If you're here, you survived. Think of what helped you then. How did you approach the difficulty and what strategies were helpful? How did you shift the situation? What calmed you? What helped you feel better? Was there any lesson there that you could use now?
Venting vs. Rehearsing
Many people think that "venting" helps them feel better-and sometimes it does. Venting is when you have something that's been weighing you down, and you feel better when you share it with someone else who can sympathize or give you support or simply listen. But when do you cross the line into "rehearsing"? Rehearsing is when you tell the same story, over and over again, and each time, you experience the same anxiety or fear. Here's a rule of thumb: When it makes you feel relieved to talk about it, talk about it. When you notice that you feel worse, stop.
Consider a media ban
I was having a great morning a few days ago, and then I opened yahoo and the headline was about the Dow Jones average plummeting-and suddenly I felt anxious, even though nothing had actually changed. What we read and watch changes our perceptions and affects our emotions. If watching the economic predictions on TV or the internet is affecting you emotionally, stop watching. Spend that time playing with your dog or taking a walk or listening to a song you like.
Awareness
Pay attention to how your body feels when people are talking about the economy. If you notice tension or tightness, walk away from the conversation. Do something pleasant, or simply sit and listen to your breath.
Be a Flexible Tree
Here's a tip I give to clients constantly: if you start to feel anxious, imagine you're a tree. It sounds silly, but it works. Imagine you're a tree, and you're rooted to the ground. Trees are strong. When trees are brittle they snap in the wind, but when they're flexible and soft, they sway in the wind and always stay rooted.
Gratitude
Make a list, every day, of two or three things you are thankful for. Focus on what you have, instead of what you don't have, or what might happen in the future. Read this list if you start to panic.
You have this moment
If all else fails, you have this moment. Sit quietly and think to yourself: "right now, in this moment, I am OK." Take a deep breath. Listen to your breath.
It IS all going to be OK.
Trust yourself. You are more creative and resourceful than you know. No matter what, you're going to be ok.
Heather Jassy, MA CCC, is a personal coach, therapist, and founder of Empty Space Coaching.
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Destress Yourself With Meditation
By Elizabeth Stanfill
Meditation is one of the greatest exercises we can do for our mind. Many people do not participate in this practice because they view meditation as a religious tradition or they are unaware of the benefits of meditation. In order to convince the individuals that are opposed to meditation we must look at the benefits. Before we discuss the benefits let us keep an open mind to possibilities in our own life that we may learn and improve our current circumstances.
When we are stressed out our mind is constantly going and constantly racing. Meditation is a way to rest our mind, quiet our mind, and increase the ability to silence our mind through out the day. Meditation will help us by creating a habit of quieting our mind so that we may be able to bring ourselves to that place of peace at anytime and anywhere.
In our fast paced world we experience many stressors. The number one stressor is our thoughts. We may have a racing mind with our habits of worry and fear on autopilot. When we are on autopilot we may think about what we don't have, other peoples offenses, that life is against us and things aren't going our way, or the need to control others and their behaviors. Maybe we have the inability to enjoy ourselves because of our unwanted emotions like anger, irritability, or moodiness. Another stressor is the inability to fall asleep at night, stay asleep, or get essential hours of sleep due to our noisy mind.
By learning to meditate you can resolve many of these stressful habits and more. By teaching ourselves to meditate we discover and create a habit that will make our lives happier and healthier because of the calm, the peace, and the silence in our minds. To learn to meditate is to learn the ultimate patience and control. If we become patient we will have a less stressed and happier life. When we learn to control our own mind we have authority over the most valuable asset we possess.
Meditation will help anyone find a Spiritual place and space. Finally, Meditation will better assist us in hearing that still small voice.
If you are interested in learning to meditate please visit our store, http://destressyourself.com/cart, for audios that will teach you meditation.
Elizabeth Stanfill, Managing Director of Destress Yourself, is an authority and expert in Critical Incident Stress Management, General Stress Management, and Overcoming Burnout. She specializes in teaching individuals to discover the stressful habits that are holding them back in life and changing these habits into successful practices that create explosive jumps in personal and professional performance. For more free information about Destressing Yourself please sign up for our free Destress Yourself Newsletter and receive free admission to our monthly Destress Yourself teleclass. http://destressyourself.com/
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Easy Stress Reducer Methods to Alleviate Tension
By Trevor Johnson
Tension is something that everyone experiences in their life. The secret to not letting stress and tension dominate your life is to find things that will allow you get to get it under control as quick as possible to that it does not ruin your day. You need to figure out an easy stress reducer that you can use the moment you feel things are getting out of control.
Take a Walk - sounds simple and it is. When you find that things are getting out of control, your head is pounding and your temper is about to blow, get up from your desk and take a quick walk. You may find that all you need to do is get some fresh air and clear your head and the solution to the problem will come right to you.
Give Yourself a Massage - there are plenty of times this will more than do the trick. Do yourself a favor and grab one of those small hand held massagers and when things are making you hot under the collar, take it out and give yourself a 15 minute break to work out the kinks. Once that stress is gone, things will look a lot better.
Keep a Positive Visual Close By - this is something that can literally take you away from that stressful situation in a second. Maybe it is a screensaver of your family or favorite vacation spot or even a jar with some sand from the beach you spent your honeymoon at. You are suddenly transported to a better place and you will feel the stress seeping away.
Change Your Viewpoint - look at where the stress is coming from, you may be surprised to see that it is coming from the man in the mirror. We all have a tendency to put a little too much pressure on ourselves and most of the time it is not even necessary. Get a more realistic viewpoint and the stress can be alleviated.
To get some more easy stress reducer methods just click here.
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Highly Effective Stress Relaxation Techniques
By Trevor Johnson
In today's world several events in our lives can result in stressful situations. Whether it is at home with your family, in the work place, or just out in the general public around different personalities, you are sure to need stress relaxation techniques at some point in your life. To reduce stress here's a few tips that may help gain a peace of mind.
Take a few minutes and keep your eyes shut. This will help ease tension and clear your mind. It's like taking a mini nap making the situation briefly disappear while you regain your thoughts. Sitting down in a quiet place may be more effective.
You'll find solitude by allowing private time for yourself. This can be accomplished by running a warm bath and surrounding yourself with scented candles. This activity can be soothing and rejuvenating for you. This is a way to truly relax in a peaceful and quiet atmosphere.
Enjoy the great outdoors. Nature is so beautiful and a booster for the soul. Regain your sanity by surrounding yourself in natural beauty. I love trips to the park surrounding myself with happy children swinging. This is a great way to fill your body with love and care.
If you love exotic places or enjoy traveling, find a picture from a travel website or magazine displaying sandy white beaches, palm trees and waterfalls. This will lighten your mood and lift your spirits. This is a perfect solution for relieving stress.
Take deep breaths. This will help you maintain composure and gather your thoughts. Extra oxygen to the brain and other organs will relax the body.
Meditation, exercise, even if it is a quick walk around the block, listening to soothing classical music, and even massaging your shoulders are also popular methods we can use to relieve stress.
By Heather Jassy
Most places I go, people are talking about the economy, and they're freaking out. They're speculating on what will happen and how it will affect their lives. It can all feel pretty scary, and the fear feels contagious. Here are some tips to help you stay calm:
What's Worked for You in the Past?
Think about a time in the past when you faced difficulty. If you're here, you survived. Think of what helped you then. How did you approach the difficulty and what strategies were helpful? How did you shift the situation? What calmed you? What helped you feel better? Was there any lesson there that you could use now?
Venting vs. Rehearsing
Many people think that "venting" helps them feel better-and sometimes it does. Venting is when you have something that's been weighing you down, and you feel better when you share it with someone else who can sympathize or give you support or simply listen. But when do you cross the line into "rehearsing"? Rehearsing is when you tell the same story, over and over again, and each time, you experience the same anxiety or fear. Here's a rule of thumb: When it makes you feel relieved to talk about it, talk about it. When you notice that you feel worse, stop.
Consider a media ban
I was having a great morning a few days ago, and then I opened yahoo and the headline was about the Dow Jones average plummeting-and suddenly I felt anxious, even though nothing had actually changed. What we read and watch changes our perceptions and affects our emotions. If watching the economic predictions on TV or the internet is affecting you emotionally, stop watching. Spend that time playing with your dog or taking a walk or listening to a song you like.
Awareness
Pay attention to how your body feels when people are talking about the economy. If you notice tension or tightness, walk away from the conversation. Do something pleasant, or simply sit and listen to your breath.
Be a Flexible Tree
Here's a tip I give to clients constantly: if you start to feel anxious, imagine you're a tree. It sounds silly, but it works. Imagine you're a tree, and you're rooted to the ground. Trees are strong. When trees are brittle they snap in the wind, but when they're flexible and soft, they sway in the wind and always stay rooted.
Gratitude
Make a list, every day, of two or three things you are thankful for. Focus on what you have, instead of what you don't have, or what might happen in the future. Read this list if you start to panic.
You have this moment
If all else fails, you have this moment. Sit quietly and think to yourself: "right now, in this moment, I am OK." Take a deep breath. Listen to your breath.
It IS all going to be OK.
Trust yourself. You are more creative and resourceful than you know. No matter what, you're going to be ok.
Heather Jassy, MA CCC, is a personal coach, therapist, and founder of Empty Space Coaching.
======================================
Destress Yourself With Meditation
By Elizabeth Stanfill
Meditation is one of the greatest exercises we can do for our mind. Many people do not participate in this practice because they view meditation as a religious tradition or they are unaware of the benefits of meditation. In order to convince the individuals that are opposed to meditation we must look at the benefits. Before we discuss the benefits let us keep an open mind to possibilities in our own life that we may learn and improve our current circumstances.
When we are stressed out our mind is constantly going and constantly racing. Meditation is a way to rest our mind, quiet our mind, and increase the ability to silence our mind through out the day. Meditation will help us by creating a habit of quieting our mind so that we may be able to bring ourselves to that place of peace at anytime and anywhere.
In our fast paced world we experience many stressors. The number one stressor is our thoughts. We may have a racing mind with our habits of worry and fear on autopilot. When we are on autopilot we may think about what we don't have, other peoples offenses, that life is against us and things aren't going our way, or the need to control others and their behaviors. Maybe we have the inability to enjoy ourselves because of our unwanted emotions like anger, irritability, or moodiness. Another stressor is the inability to fall asleep at night, stay asleep, or get essential hours of sleep due to our noisy mind.
By learning to meditate you can resolve many of these stressful habits and more. By teaching ourselves to meditate we discover and create a habit that will make our lives happier and healthier because of the calm, the peace, and the silence in our minds. To learn to meditate is to learn the ultimate patience and control. If we become patient we will have a less stressed and happier life. When we learn to control our own mind we have authority over the most valuable asset we possess.
Meditation will help anyone find a Spiritual place and space. Finally, Meditation will better assist us in hearing that still small voice.
If you are interested in learning to meditate please visit our store, http://destressyourself.com/cart, for audios that will teach you meditation.
Elizabeth Stanfill, Managing Director of Destress Yourself, is an authority and expert in Critical Incident Stress Management, General Stress Management, and Overcoming Burnout. She specializes in teaching individuals to discover the stressful habits that are holding them back in life and changing these habits into successful practices that create explosive jumps in personal and professional performance. For more free information about Destressing Yourself please sign up for our free Destress Yourself Newsletter and receive free admission to our monthly Destress Yourself teleclass. http://destressyourself.com/
====================================
Easy Stress Reducer Methods to Alleviate Tension
By Trevor Johnson
Tension is something that everyone experiences in their life. The secret to not letting stress and tension dominate your life is to find things that will allow you get to get it under control as quick as possible to that it does not ruin your day. You need to figure out an easy stress reducer that you can use the moment you feel things are getting out of control.
Take a Walk - sounds simple and it is. When you find that things are getting out of control, your head is pounding and your temper is about to blow, get up from your desk and take a quick walk. You may find that all you need to do is get some fresh air and clear your head and the solution to the problem will come right to you.
Give Yourself a Massage - there are plenty of times this will more than do the trick. Do yourself a favor and grab one of those small hand held massagers and when things are making you hot under the collar, take it out and give yourself a 15 minute break to work out the kinks. Once that stress is gone, things will look a lot better.
Keep a Positive Visual Close By - this is something that can literally take you away from that stressful situation in a second. Maybe it is a screensaver of your family or favorite vacation spot or even a jar with some sand from the beach you spent your honeymoon at. You are suddenly transported to a better place and you will feel the stress seeping away.
Change Your Viewpoint - look at where the stress is coming from, you may be surprised to see that it is coming from the man in the mirror. We all have a tendency to put a little too much pressure on ourselves and most of the time it is not even necessary. Get a more realistic viewpoint and the stress can be alleviated.
To get some more easy stress reducer methods just click here.
====================================
Highly Effective Stress Relaxation Techniques
By Trevor Johnson
In today's world several events in our lives can result in stressful situations. Whether it is at home with your family, in the work place, or just out in the general public around different personalities, you are sure to need stress relaxation techniques at some point in your life. To reduce stress here's a few tips that may help gain a peace of mind.
Take a few minutes and keep your eyes shut. This will help ease tension and clear your mind. It's like taking a mini nap making the situation briefly disappear while you regain your thoughts. Sitting down in a quiet place may be more effective.
You'll find solitude by allowing private time for yourself. This can be accomplished by running a warm bath and surrounding yourself with scented candles. This activity can be soothing and rejuvenating for you. This is a way to truly relax in a peaceful and quiet atmosphere.
Enjoy the great outdoors. Nature is so beautiful and a booster for the soul. Regain your sanity by surrounding yourself in natural beauty. I love trips to the park surrounding myself with happy children swinging. This is a great way to fill your body with love and care.
If you love exotic places or enjoy traveling, find a picture from a travel website or magazine displaying sandy white beaches, palm trees and waterfalls. This will lighten your mood and lift your spirits. This is a perfect solution for relieving stress.
Take deep breaths. This will help you maintain composure and gather your thoughts. Extra oxygen to the brain and other organs will relax the body.
Meditation, exercise, even if it is a quick walk around the block, listening to soothing classical music, and even massaging your shoulders are also popular methods we can use to relieve stress.
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