Jobs and CareersTips to Reduce the Strain of Stress
By Gladys M. Anderson
"If you view all the things that happen to you, both good and bad, as opportunities, then you operate out of a higher level of consciousness." - Les Brown
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, two-thirds of office visits to family doctors are for stress-related symptoms. These are stressful times for all of us and coupled with our day-to-day stressors, we can easily become affected by stressful symptoms.
You don't have to let stress rule your life.
When you are stressed, your body responds as though you are in danger. Your heart rate speeds up, breathing becomes faster, and you get a burst of energy. This is known as the fight-or-flight response. This response is fine if you are in danger. Imagine feeling this way several times a day for days on end.
Consider traffic jams, deadlines, eating on the run, bills to pay, job changes, endless chores and errands, and demands and more demands. That's the reality for most of us, most days.
How does stress affect you physically, mentally, emotionally and socially?
Physical Stress - Signs of physical stress include headaches, teeth grinding, fatigue, colds, insomnia, back, neck, stomach and shoulder pains. Watch for frequent colds, pain or excessive tiredness, all which can indicate that your stress level is rising.
Mental Stress - Symptoms of mental stressors may show up as confusion, poor concentration, boredom and a negative attitude. Forgetting to turn off a light is a lot different from not remembering something that is as important as a doctor's appointment you have had for months. Not being able to concentrate on something that you have no interest in is not the same as frequently losing your train of thought while reading your favorite magazine.
Emotional Stress - When you notice you are more irritable, easily upset, impatient, angry, frustrated and worrying more, stress is most likely affecting you emotionally. Ask yourself, what's going on in my life that is influencing how I feel? Is it my work, home life, children, family members?
Social Stress - Isolation, loneliness, avoiding contact with friends and family, nagging, lowered sex drive. Notice the times you just want to be alone, decline invitations from family and friends.
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, here are some ideas to help combat stress:
1. Try new ways of thinking. Work on releasing anger, frustration and worry. Worrying about tomorrow or yesterday wastes precious energy that could best be used to tackle the things you can change.
2. Learn to say "no". A sure way to add stress to your life is to fear saying no. Learn to set and maintain boundaries.
3. Manage your time wisely. Keeping to a schedule will allow you to get more done with less stress. Do the things that are most important to you first and schedule others for later.
4. Take good care of yourself. Get plenty of rest, exercise and eat well. A healthy body makes a healthy mind!
5. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it. It helps to have a strong network of family and friends as support but if you don't, there are professionals who are available to assist you in managing stress.
Use the above tips to get a better handle on stress so that your life will be more joyful and relaxed. When you want to make lasting change consistently and effortlessly, please contact me at http://tiny.cc/Contact98 to schedule a get acquainted call to see which one of my programs will be a good fit for you.
To receive your complimentary Special Report - "The Fear Factor - 5 Easy Steps to Triumph Over Fear", and the Women of Wisdom Weekly Insight, an ezine filled with thought-provoking articles, tips and tools designed to assist you as you journey on the path of self-discovery, register at http://tiny.cc/qKsOG so you can stay up to date on the latest information on upcoming groups, programs and special events.
Gladys M. Anderson, owner of Coach for Your Dreams, provides unwavering support for professional, gifted and wise women who are ready to live life out loud with courage, confidence and clarity.
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How to Win the Battle With Stress
By Lauren S Johnson
There are many factors which influence our health. Some of the most vital of these factors include: nutrition, exercise, genetics, obesity, and stress. Research shows that people who suffer from stress are more likely to sleep fewer hours, get sick more often, have more trouble remembering, and become more susceptible to long term disease. In this article I will list a few steps to help you win the battle with stress.
1. Call a friend. Talking to a friend or a relative can help you open up and discuss the problem at hand. Brainstorming to come up with a solution is one of the healthiest ways to overcome stress. Furthermore, knowing that you have someone to rely on can definitely reduce some of the anxiety.
2. Get active. Exercising for at least 30 minutes each day will help your body release chemicals that dull the physiological effects of stress response. Therefore, you should choose an outdoor or indoor physical activity which you enjoy the most.
3. Use a better light at work. Many offices which are equipped with fluorescent lighting are the culprits behind our increasing stress levels. Not getting enough outdoor light (or something that mimics outdoor light) can lead to mood swings, depression, and sluggishness. So be sure to equip your office with an incandescent bulb, especially if your cubicle is brightened by a fluorescent light. A light that resembles outdoor light can help regulate your body's biorhythms.
These three tips will help you control your stress levels with more ease. Failing to control stress can lead to various diseases and even weight gain. If you are concerned about gaining weight you can always try all natural diet pills, all natural sleep aids (to help you combat those sleepless nights).
Lauren S. Johnson writes health articles about fitness and nutrition.
Some of her favorite passions include studying the medicinal benefits of herbal remedies,
diet pills.
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Workplace Stress Relief - 5 Simple Moves You Can Make Right Now to Feel More Relaxed
By Svetlana Gibarac
Stress and tension inherent in a regular workday often express themselves in our bodies... literally. Our muscles tense, our jaws clench: tension in our bodies reinforces and amplifies our mental turmoil. Learning how to de-stress your muscles will go a long way to stopping this vicious cycle. Here are some easy yet powerful techniques you can use for instant workplace stress relief.
* Do some sitting stretches to relieve the physical tension that builds up from sitting all day. Sitting in a chair, connect through your abs and core. Flex your feet as you lift both legs straight in front of you. Feel the gentle stretch along the back of your leg and hold it for about 10 seconds. Repeat a few times.
* Relieve the tension in your upper back. With your fingertips at your shoulders, extend your elbows to the sides so your upper arm is at a 90 degree angle. Now bring your elbows forward until they touch, hold for up to 10 seconds and then bring them back so they are once again in line with your shoulders. Let your arms fall to your sides and repeat a few times.
* Give your eyes a rest. Make a point of taking regular breaks throughout the day to simply look away from your computer or note pad. Align your body and square your shoulders. Relax and straighten your spine and neck. Look away into the distance, focusing on an object far away.
* Reach for the sky. Raise both arms so they are in line with your ears. Stretch through your fingertips. Alternate reaching a bit higher with one arm, then with the other.
* Do a mini meditation. Close your eyes. Scan for tension in your body and release it as much as possible. Take a dozen slow, deep breaths thought your nostrils. Envision a balloon gently inflating and deflating as you do so. Focus on counting your breaths-- the numbers do not matter, it's the activity of emptying your mind and focusing that matters.
These exercises are just one of the many ways you can use to get workplace stress relief. Repeat them throughout the day, especially when you feel yourself responding to stress at work by tensing up.
Production quotas, limited resources, co-workers being laid off, fear of losing our jobs, pressing deadlines, balancing work and family, lack of input in decision making... today's workplaces are not calm and nurturing environments. We keep swimming upstream. We buy into the myth that we have no control over the stress that builds up in our minds and bodies. Wrong.
Although we are often unable to change the environment that is causing us stress, we do have control over how we respond to stress in our workplace. Learn more about the most effective ways to get immediate workplace stress relief at http://www.stressreduce911.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Svetlana_Gibarac
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Fight Stress With These 3 Simple Steps
By Lauren S Johnson
Research shows that close to ninety percent of doctor visits are for stress related complaints. People experience back pains, headaches, or other physical symptoms and immediately assume that they have been stricken with some sort of an illness; however, a lot of the times the issue at hand is stress. This particular culprit can lead to sleepless nights, lack of appetite and various physical symptoms. If not treated properly the condition can worsen and lead to numerous diseases. In this article I will discuss 3 tips to help you fight stress.
1. Improve the lighting in your office. Most Americans spend at least forty daylight hours inside an office. In that office the only source of light many of us have is provided by fluorescent lighting. A lack of outside light can lead to mood swings, depression, and sluggishness. Research suggests that such an environment can be responsible for an increase in stress. The way to battle this problem is purchase an incandescent bulb. Incandescent and fluorescent bulbs work together to mimic outdoor light and regulate the body's biorhythms.
2. call a friend. When you call a friend you have the opportunity to vent and discuss possible solutions to the problems at hand. Research shows that talking about your problems lifts a weight off of your shoulders. Furthermore, the basic idea of knowing that you have someone to rely on can relieve tons of tension.
3. Become physically active. People who exercise regularly have a decreased risk of suffering from stress. You body releases happy hormones, also known as endorphins.
These 3 tips can help you win the battle with stress. Ignoring this important issue can lead to various diseases, including obesity. All natural diet pills, all natural sleep aids, and various other herbal remedies can help you combat some of the symptoms of stress.
Lauren S. Johnson writes health articles about fitness and nutrition.
Some of her favorite passions include studying the medicinal benefits of herbal remedies,
diet pills.
By Gladys M. Anderson
"If you view all the things that happen to you, both good and bad, as opportunities, then you operate out of a higher level of consciousness." - Les Brown
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, two-thirds of office visits to family doctors are for stress-related symptoms. These are stressful times for all of us and coupled with our day-to-day stressors, we can easily become affected by stressful symptoms.
You don't have to let stress rule your life.
When you are stressed, your body responds as though you are in danger. Your heart rate speeds up, breathing becomes faster, and you get a burst of energy. This is known as the fight-or-flight response. This response is fine if you are in danger. Imagine feeling this way several times a day for days on end.
Consider traffic jams, deadlines, eating on the run, bills to pay, job changes, endless chores and errands, and demands and more demands. That's the reality for most of us, most days.
How does stress affect you physically, mentally, emotionally and socially?
Physical Stress - Signs of physical stress include headaches, teeth grinding, fatigue, colds, insomnia, back, neck, stomach and shoulder pains. Watch for frequent colds, pain or excessive tiredness, all which can indicate that your stress level is rising.
Mental Stress - Symptoms of mental stressors may show up as confusion, poor concentration, boredom and a negative attitude. Forgetting to turn off a light is a lot different from not remembering something that is as important as a doctor's appointment you have had for months. Not being able to concentrate on something that you have no interest in is not the same as frequently losing your train of thought while reading your favorite magazine.
Emotional Stress - When you notice you are more irritable, easily upset, impatient, angry, frustrated and worrying more, stress is most likely affecting you emotionally. Ask yourself, what's going on in my life that is influencing how I feel? Is it my work, home life, children, family members?
Social Stress - Isolation, loneliness, avoiding contact with friends and family, nagging, lowered sex drive. Notice the times you just want to be alone, decline invitations from family and friends.
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, here are some ideas to help combat stress:
1. Try new ways of thinking. Work on releasing anger, frustration and worry. Worrying about tomorrow or yesterday wastes precious energy that could best be used to tackle the things you can change.
2. Learn to say "no". A sure way to add stress to your life is to fear saying no. Learn to set and maintain boundaries.
3. Manage your time wisely. Keeping to a schedule will allow you to get more done with less stress. Do the things that are most important to you first and schedule others for later.
4. Take good care of yourself. Get plenty of rest, exercise and eat well. A healthy body makes a healthy mind!
5. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it. It helps to have a strong network of family and friends as support but if you don't, there are professionals who are available to assist you in managing stress.
Use the above tips to get a better handle on stress so that your life will be more joyful and relaxed. When you want to make lasting change consistently and effortlessly, please contact me at http://tiny.cc/Contact98 to schedule a get acquainted call to see which one of my programs will be a good fit for you.
To receive your complimentary Special Report - "The Fear Factor - 5 Easy Steps to Triumph Over Fear", and the Women of Wisdom Weekly Insight, an ezine filled with thought-provoking articles, tips and tools designed to assist you as you journey on the path of self-discovery, register at http://tiny.cc/qKsOG so you can stay up to date on the latest information on upcoming groups, programs and special events.
Gladys M. Anderson, owner of Coach for Your Dreams, provides unwavering support for professional, gifted and wise women who are ready to live life out loud with courage, confidence and clarity.
==============================
How to Win the Battle With Stress
By Lauren S Johnson
There are many factors which influence our health. Some of the most vital of these factors include: nutrition, exercise, genetics, obesity, and stress. Research shows that people who suffer from stress are more likely to sleep fewer hours, get sick more often, have more trouble remembering, and become more susceptible to long term disease. In this article I will list a few steps to help you win the battle with stress.
1. Call a friend. Talking to a friend or a relative can help you open up and discuss the problem at hand. Brainstorming to come up with a solution is one of the healthiest ways to overcome stress. Furthermore, knowing that you have someone to rely on can definitely reduce some of the anxiety.
2. Get active. Exercising for at least 30 minutes each day will help your body release chemicals that dull the physiological effects of stress response. Therefore, you should choose an outdoor or indoor physical activity which you enjoy the most.
3. Use a better light at work. Many offices which are equipped with fluorescent lighting are the culprits behind our increasing stress levels. Not getting enough outdoor light (or something that mimics outdoor light) can lead to mood swings, depression, and sluggishness. So be sure to equip your office with an incandescent bulb, especially if your cubicle is brightened by a fluorescent light. A light that resembles outdoor light can help regulate your body's biorhythms.
These three tips will help you control your stress levels with more ease. Failing to control stress can lead to various diseases and even weight gain. If you are concerned about gaining weight you can always try all natural diet pills, all natural sleep aids (to help you combat those sleepless nights).
Lauren S. Johnson writes health articles about fitness and nutrition.
Some of her favorite passions include studying the medicinal benefits of herbal remedies,
diet pills.
===========================
Workplace Stress Relief - 5 Simple Moves You Can Make Right Now to Feel More Relaxed
By Svetlana Gibarac
Stress and tension inherent in a regular workday often express themselves in our bodies... literally. Our muscles tense, our jaws clench: tension in our bodies reinforces and amplifies our mental turmoil. Learning how to de-stress your muscles will go a long way to stopping this vicious cycle. Here are some easy yet powerful techniques you can use for instant workplace stress relief.
* Do some sitting stretches to relieve the physical tension that builds up from sitting all day. Sitting in a chair, connect through your abs and core. Flex your feet as you lift both legs straight in front of you. Feel the gentle stretch along the back of your leg and hold it for about 10 seconds. Repeat a few times.
* Relieve the tension in your upper back. With your fingertips at your shoulders, extend your elbows to the sides so your upper arm is at a 90 degree angle. Now bring your elbows forward until they touch, hold for up to 10 seconds and then bring them back so they are once again in line with your shoulders. Let your arms fall to your sides and repeat a few times.
* Give your eyes a rest. Make a point of taking regular breaks throughout the day to simply look away from your computer or note pad. Align your body and square your shoulders. Relax and straighten your spine and neck. Look away into the distance, focusing on an object far away.
* Reach for the sky. Raise both arms so they are in line with your ears. Stretch through your fingertips. Alternate reaching a bit higher with one arm, then with the other.
* Do a mini meditation. Close your eyes. Scan for tension in your body and release it as much as possible. Take a dozen slow, deep breaths thought your nostrils. Envision a balloon gently inflating and deflating as you do so. Focus on counting your breaths-- the numbers do not matter, it's the activity of emptying your mind and focusing that matters.
These exercises are just one of the many ways you can use to get workplace stress relief. Repeat them throughout the day, especially when you feel yourself responding to stress at work by tensing up.
Production quotas, limited resources, co-workers being laid off, fear of losing our jobs, pressing deadlines, balancing work and family, lack of input in decision making... today's workplaces are not calm and nurturing environments. We keep swimming upstream. We buy into the myth that we have no control over the stress that builds up in our minds and bodies. Wrong.
Although we are often unable to change the environment that is causing us stress, we do have control over how we respond to stress in our workplace. Learn more about the most effective ways to get immediate workplace stress relief at http://www.stressreduce911.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Svetlana_Gibarac
=============================
Fight Stress With These 3 Simple Steps
By Lauren S Johnson
Research shows that close to ninety percent of doctor visits are for stress related complaints. People experience back pains, headaches, or other physical symptoms and immediately assume that they have been stricken with some sort of an illness; however, a lot of the times the issue at hand is stress. This particular culprit can lead to sleepless nights, lack of appetite and various physical symptoms. If not treated properly the condition can worsen and lead to numerous diseases. In this article I will discuss 3 tips to help you fight stress.
1. Improve the lighting in your office. Most Americans spend at least forty daylight hours inside an office. In that office the only source of light many of us have is provided by fluorescent lighting. A lack of outside light can lead to mood swings, depression, and sluggishness. Research suggests that such an environment can be responsible for an increase in stress. The way to battle this problem is purchase an incandescent bulb. Incandescent and fluorescent bulbs work together to mimic outdoor light and regulate the body's biorhythms.
2. call a friend. When you call a friend you have the opportunity to vent and discuss possible solutions to the problems at hand. Research shows that talking about your problems lifts a weight off of your shoulders. Furthermore, the basic idea of knowing that you have someone to rely on can relieve tons of tension.
3. Become physically active. People who exercise regularly have a decreased risk of suffering from stress. You body releases happy hormones, also known as endorphins.
These 3 tips can help you win the battle with stress. Ignoring this important issue can lead to various diseases, including obesity. All natural diet pills, all natural sleep aids, and various other herbal remedies can help you combat some of the symptoms of stress.
Lauren S. Johnson writes health articles about fitness and nutrition.
Some of her favorite passions include studying the medicinal benefits of herbal remedies,
diet pills.
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