Tag Archives: Stress Management
Mind Matters (The Art of Practicing Mindfulness)
By Assia Mortensen When you practice mindfulness during an everyday activity — such as walking or washing the dishes — it means that you pay the utmost attention to each sensation you experience. Mindfulness may reduce stress by focusing attention … Continue reading
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Optimism: A Powerful Ally
Take a close look at that glass of water. Half empty? Half full? What you see could make a difference, not only in your daily health, but in how long you live. In one study, for example, researchers tracked 839 … Continue reading
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Proposed Natural Treatments for Stress
The effects of stress on your health can be far-reaching. Some of the conditions often associated with stress include insomnia, high blood pressure, tension headaches, anxiety, depression, decreased mental function, and drug or alcohol abuse. Stress is known to cause … Continue reading
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Stress Managment Tips
Stress—we have all felt it at one time or another. But, many people feel stress often. Some even feel it as a part of their daily lives. Stress can contribute to numerous conditions, like coronary artery disease, stroke, immune disorders, … Continue reading
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Laughter as a Healing Tool and Stress Reliever
Can laughter really help us heal? Anecdotal evidence and some studies seem to point in that direction. Scientists aren’t sure. But why wait for them to figure it out? Just yuck it up. It certainly can’t hurt. Scientists know that … Continue reading
Filed under Pain Relief, Stress Management
Owning a Pet Could Be Good For Your Health
You’ve had a horrible day. Your car was hit in the parking lot, you missed a project deadline, and you’re starving. You juggle your briefcase and keys, open the front door, and are greeted by a lop-sided grin and wagging … Continue reading
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Yoga Styles and Finding the Right Teacher
Jane E. says her daily practice of yoga makes her more flexible, improves her concentration, and gives her an aerobic workout as well. “It’s a really comprehensive kind of exercise that not only affects my physical well-being, but creates an … Continue reading
Stress Management Through Meditation
Meditation involves focusing your mind continuously on one thought, word (mantra), object, or mental image for a period of time. It can also involve focusing on your breathing or on sensations in your body. The goal of meditation is to … Continue reading
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