Stress Management Don’t let somebody else’s problem become your own. Causes of codependency: A person is more likely to become codependent if he or she: * Puts other people’s wants and needs before his or her own * Is afraid of being hurt or rejected * Has low self-esteem * Feels responsible for the other […]
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Stress Management Imagine scraping your nails across a blackboard or biting into a raw lemon. Either thought probably made you cringe-the power of suggestion is that strong. Used correctly, suggestion is yet another effective stress-management tool. A technique called autogenic training is based on the power of suggestion and was developed many years ago to
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Stress Management Helping others releases endorphins in the brain and boosts happiness for us and the people we help. Research consistently suggests that people who volunteer are more satisfied with their lives and have better mental well-being. * Donate household goods and clothing. * Volunteer at a soup kitchen or food bank. * Donate blood.
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Stress Management The benefits of play include creativity, release of tension and stress, and relaxation. * Plan active play time with your children outdoors. Play in the leaves. * Enjoy board games or card games with your children or friends. * Wear a costume on Halloween − or any day, just for the fun of
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Stress Management Our digital devices are ever-present, often causing much stress, along with reducing the average attention span from 12 to 8 seconds. Tune out for a while to help tune into yourself and the people you want to connect with. You can start by turning off your phone “push” notifications or putting it away
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Stress Management Add more “outdoors” to your life to reduce stress, improve mood and restore attention levels by giving your brain a break. Exercise outdoors:Instead of only exercising at the gym or other indoor space, include activities you can do on a nature or fitness trail. Examples include brisk walking, jogging, cycling or roller-blading. Spend
Stress Management * Avoid things that cause stress, as much as you can. * Do something that you enjoy and look forward to doing. * Develop a positive attitude. * Relax with deep breathing, soothing music, or quiet time. Take a warm shower or bath. * Exercise every day. Walk or do another aerobic activity.
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Stress Management 1. Exercise and move your body at least 30 minutes a day. 2. When you get a surge of stress, count to 10. 3. Take a 5-minute walk to help clear your mind. 4. Squeeze a foam or rubber ball 5 to 10 times. 5. Close your eyes. Imagine a calm scene. 6.
Stress Management Time off is good behavior, especially for people who work, work, work, all the time. When work overpowers all other activity, stress develops. Long hours, with little relief, generally leads to: * Less productivity or inefficiency. * Neglected family and social life. * Distorted concepts of what’s important and what’s not. So often,
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Stress Management Managing your emotions well means learning to express them at the right time, and recognizing when they are influencing your actions too much. Hone four skills to calm your body and mind: * Relax your muscles * Be fully present in the moment * Do deep breathing exercises * Plan relaxation time Be
