By: bruce bud
One of the best way to ascendancy accent afore it causes irreversible accident to your concrete or brainy bloom is to abode the causes directly. In this case we are speaking about the pressures we feel from ascent responsibilities that leave us activity overwhelmed. These animosity generally times aftereffect in paralyzing our efforts and inhibiting our adeptness to action effectively.

Focus on Just One Thing

Often accent builds if our focus is accustomed to alluvion appear added ‘unfinished’ business. This diminishes our adeptness to appropriately apply on what we are accomplishing which tends to accommodate added accent to the situation. The best way to ascendancy accent like this is to focus on ONLY one affair at a time. By accomplishing this you access the superior of your performance, complete the assignment and abate the burden that was architecture up central of you.

Complete Anniversary Task

Although multi-tasking is broadly adopted for use in our active schedules, bent from one assignment to the next alone lengthens the time it takes to complete any one project. With all the ‘unfinished’ business blind over your arch already afresh the burden on you mounts.

Make it a point to break on anniversary assignment until it has been completed. By accomplishing this you will accretion a faculty of ability you would not accept had if the assignment was larboard unfinished. This accord of apperception will advice you to ascendancy accent and acquiesce you to focus bigger on the next assignment you undertake.

It is important for agents to be flexible. Change happens, and getting too adamant in ones job description banned the abeyant for acquirements and development of both the agents affiliate and the business. Appreciating that we are active in a clashing business angel includes getting acceptant to new opportunities and getting accessible to yield them on. This applies to both the business buyer and the staff. Having that access to change can beggarly the aberration amid success and failure.

Communications are an important way to accumulate agents on board. If humans accept what is traveling on and why, they feel included and admired and it can accomplish all the aberration to their charge to the company. Activity admired can advice breeding adherence amidst staff. Regular briefings, newsletters, apprehension lath announcements can be simple and able means to accumulate agents informed, agog and enthusiastic.

Use your commute: If you drive to and from work, abounding times the cartage can alone add to your annoyance and stress. There are several altered means that you can advice to abate driver stress. If it is possible, accede application accumulation alteration instead of active yourself. You can use the drive time to apprehend or accept to music – both of which can be actual abstracted activities. No amount what, don’t use your drive home to do added work.

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Reduce Stress-Induced

Avoid adverse substances: Abounding humans use booze or added substances for accent relief. While these things may advice for a while, you run the accident of acceptable abased and again you accept accession set of issues. Booze may accomplish you anticipate you are abating the stress, but you are in fact alienated it. If the furnishings of the booze wears off the issues will still be there. It is bigger to accost your accent arch on rather than abstain it. In accession to alcohol, cigarettes are a way to acquisition accent relief. However, like booze you run the accident of addiction and the added accent of bloom problems after in life.

Eat healthy: A accepted way to accord with accent is to eat. Unfortunately, humans don’t usually accept fruits and vegetables to bite on if they are stressed! It is the acrid and candied treats that we crave. Accomplish abiding you accept a acceptable alternative of advantageous candy on duke both at home and at work. Tuck an angel or assistant in your bag to eat on the way home. If you accept a advantageous bite abutting at duke you are beneath acceptable to affair on junk.

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By: Donna Amos
The Effects Of Stress On Your Body?

How do you define stress? Is it when you have a million things to get down before the end of your workday? Is it when your children are starting to drive you crazy? Is it when you and your significant other can’t seem to get along? All of these situations create stress and are all examples of emotional stressors. Most of us relate “stress” to emotional stress and don’t think about or know what else can stress us. But have you thought about the effects of stress when you eat a cheeseburger, drink a soda, or sit all day at work? Just as emotional stressors affect us, these physical and chemical stressors create imbalances in our body driving it further away from homeostasis.

Stress can be defined as a normal physiological response to situations or stimulus, which are perceived as “dangerous” to the body. The human body is complex; it must stay with in a very narrow range of physiological function to maintain homeostasis. The body is exposed everyday to different persons, species, situations and stimuli. If the exposure is hazardous then the body prepares itself to face the situation – the reason being is to maintain internal homeostasis and the bodies normal functioning should not be affected. This response is called the fight or flight response.

The fight or flight response occurs because the body needs more energy when its faced with situations deemed “dangerous”. The initial step of this response is taken by the hypothalamus of the brain that in turn eventually stimulates your adrenal glands (located above your kidneys). The adrenal glands secrete two important hormones, adrenaline and cortisol. These two hormones work together to see that the body gets more energy by providing more oxygen and glucose. For these things to occur, the following adjustments are done. First, adrenaline makes blood flow toward your muscles, heart, and brain – and away from the skin and digestive track. Then, your heart beats rapidly and forcefully increasing heart rate and your blood pressure. At the same time your eyes dilate and your blood vessels constrict. Finally, the sugar stored in your liver is converted into glucose (blood sugar) for quick energy during the fight or flight response. Once the trigger is gone, the hormone levels drop and the body returns to normal. However if stress occurs repeatedly, then all the hormone levels are persistently high not allowing the body to come back to normal.

How often do you feel stressed? I think most of us would answer everyday. This means that we consistently have high levels of adrenaline and cortisol running through our blood. Remember, when we are stressed the body is looking for quick energy. To gain more energy, glucagon is being converted into blood sugar. This means you consistently have higher levels of blood sugar than what you should. Think about that. Is it hard for you to lose weight? Has your doctor told you that your headed toward diabetes? Have you improved your diet but still can’t control your blood sugar? At my office, Living with Motion Chiropractic, we understand the effects of stress on your body. All day, everyday, your body is adjusting and compensating to maintain homeostasis. The next time you feel back pain from sitting all day (physical stress) or you get angry with your children (emotional stress) or you shovel down a burger with fries (chemical stress), remember how these situations impact your health. Finding a balance in your life physically, emotionally, and chemically will allow your body to respond appropriately to the effects of stress!

Dr. Luke Reineck works with patients in the Cincinnati market to assist them with a wellness plan that they can easily follow. Get a Free Report: 5 Quick & Easy
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By: Jenna Beneck
Most of us are familiar with the fact that music has an effect on our mood and feelings. It can allow us to relax or help us to come alive. Some people even find it hard to function without continuous background music. The great news is that music has been shown to effectively reduce stress and anxiety and can be of great help in relieving certain symptoms. If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to reduce stress, then perhaps it’s time to try a regular dose of your favourite music. Read on to find out how music can help you reduce stress and anxiety.

Stress and anxiety are brought on by our perception of being in a situation where we are not able to cope effectively or where fear is involved. When our stress response is activated, it tends to raise the heart rate and release stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline into the body, which suppress the immune system and stimulate us to prepare for “fight or flight”. When stress happens on a regular basis, we will start to experience stress related problems such as heart disease, stomach and bowel disorders and reproductive problems.

Some people cope better with stress than others and this often depends upon your personality type and your perceptions and outlook in life – for example, whether you view certain situations as challenges or problems or how much support you receive from the people around you. Men tend to react more to stress factors more than women, although when women take on male roles, this difference is not so pronounced.

The good news is that music and music therapy have been shown to reduce the activation of these responses and calm our symptoms of stress. Tests in various clinical situations have consistently shown music to help patients face their fears and reduce their anxiety. In one test, when music was played before and during surgery, 93% of patients found it helpful in reducing stress. Studies have shown that music helps to lower blood pressure, reduce heart rate, and lower levels of stress hormones in addition to decreasing anxiety. In some studies, those with the highest levels of anxiety were found to benefit the most.

Of course the music that can help us to reduce stress is often subject to individual preference and specific situations. Our response may vary, depending upon volume, type of music, familiarity and current mood. Loud or fast music may have the effect of stimulating us rather than relaxing us. Generally the most relaxing music would be relatively slow with a repetitive rhythm and stable contours.

So, next time you start to feel stressed, why not sit back, relax and try listening to one of your favourite soothing tracks, to help relieve those symptoms? There is a weight of evidence to suggest that this should help you to feel better. And, if you find that it does help, be sure to incorporate music amongst your regular stress management strategies.

References: Stress reduction through music in patients undergoing cerebral angiography, 2000, Schneider, Schedlowski, Schurmeyer and Becker, Neuroradiology(200) 43:472-476. Relaxing music prevents stress-induced increases in subjective anxiety, systolic blood pressure, and heart rate in healthy males and females, Knight and Richard, 2001, Journal of Music Therapy XXXV111(4), 2001, 254-272.

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By: Sarah Labdar
Stress is a natural part of life. These days there are very few who don’t get stressed over money, the economy, the housing market, jobs or even family. Our bodies naturally react to stress through blood pressure, heart rate, respiration, body temperature and muscle contractions. Everyone deals with stress on different levels and in different ways.  However, if one is not able to deal with stress it can ultimately lead to mental and physical exhaustion.

It wasn’t until the 1930′s that the word stress was used to characterize a condition where a stressor causes stimulus. Hans Selye, an endocrinologist, witnessed an inappropriate physiological response to demand placed on a human or animal.  Before coining the term stress was considered a normal part of daily function and encounters that results in strain. Now, we know that stress plays an important part in physical, emotional and mental well being.

Stress is defined as a failure to respond appropriately to emotional or physical threats whether they are real or imagined. The signs of stress are easily recognizable and can present themselves as cognitive, behavioral, emotional or physical symptoms. Therefore when presented with stress one’s whole demeanor, attitude and presence can change. Cognitive, emotional and behavioral symptoms include poor judgment, negative outlook, anxiety, worrying, moodiness, irritability, agitation, inability to relax, loneliness, isolation, depression, lack of concentration and absentmindedness. Physical symptoms include increased heart rate, breathing, energy, blood pressure, cholesterol and production of sweat. Stress can also cause physical symptoms of aches and pain, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, chest pain, upset stomach and headache. Chronic stress that occurs over a longer period of time consistently can cause both physical and psychological damage to a person. Long-term stress depresses the immune system leaving it susceptible to infections, disease, and illness. Stress promotes the accumulation of visceral fat, which is a leading cause of obesity. Additional chronic stress has been connected to ulcers, cancer, heart disease, increased outbreaks of psoriasis, depression and diabetes. In children who experience chronic stress a stunt to developmental growth is normally seen.

Stress is normally given a bad connotation, which implies it is negative.  However, most people forget or don’t mention good stress. When Hans Selye discovered stress, he studied all types of stress and realized that stress even when its good is still a stress nonetheless. He developed eustress or good stress and distress or bad stress. Eustress is a condition that enhances ones physical or mental function such as exercise, marriage, having a baby or a promotion. Where as, distress is persistent stress that is not resolved through coping or adaptation, which can lead to symptoms of withdrawal or anxiety. The difference between good and bad stress is based upon one’s past experiences, personal expectations, and the resources to cope with stress.

Coping with stress is not an easy task. Everyone adapts to stress differently and some people have an easier time dealing with stress than others. The way that the body reacts to a stressor is understood through the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS), which describes the effects of stress on the body. Depending upon the intensity and duration of the stressor will determine if the stress is acute-short term or chronic-long term.  At the first sign of stress the bodies stress response is in a state of alarm. The body reacts by producing adrenaline which causes a fight or flight response. Fight or flight is the body’s way of preparing to fight (cope, adapt) or flee. The second stage is the resistance to stress. If a stressor persists the body must find a means of coping with the stress.  Does the body have a way to adapt to the strain or demands of the surrounding environment? As we cope with stress, the body’s resources (nutrients, enzymes, proteins, amino acids, vitamins, minerals) are gradually depleted. The final stage is exhaustion where the body’s resources are completely used up, leading to inability to function normally. Weakness, fatigue decreased energy, inability to concentrate or think clearly are all signs of exhaustion. Long-term exhaustion can be detrimental to ones health and can manifest disease. Although, these stages represent a model of how stress affects the body, stress can manifest itself differently in every person.

No two people will respond to the exact same stressor in the exact same way. Life experience and social background play a role in determining ones ability to cope with stress. Normal responses to stress include adaptation, coping, anxiety and depression. Coping mechanisms include stress management. Stress management provides individuals with techniques to handle stress on a daily basis. Learning to cope with stress will help you live a happier, healthier life.

Graduated with a BA in exercise science and have worked in the medical field since.  My focus is alternative medicine however all aspects of health interest me.  Check out my health website!

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By: eastado
1. Relaxation training

2. Visualization techniques

3. Exercise

4. Biofeedback training

5. Finding a quiet, secluded place (especially if you are often surrounded with noise, smoke, and crowds of people)

6. Calling a friend when confronted with the stress of loneliness, having a conversation with a colleague or coworker to discuss an idea, or creating a solution to a problem you have been working on

7. Developing close and supportive personal relationships

8. Taking three-minute mini-breaks throughout your workday

9. Listening to quiet, soothing music through a portable cassette or CD player

10. Taking a short walk

11. Taking a fifteen minute nap

12. Doing deep breathing and relaxation exercises

13. Taking classes on time management

14. Learning self-massage or acupressure

15. Joining a support group or seeking professional guidance from a stress-management consultant

16. Getting a massage or acupressure session

17. Changing your attitude

Although there are many factors that determine a person’s mental and emotional well being, the one factor that is most within your control is the way you view life. If you have a poor attitude, everything will tend to seem negative and will be a source of fear. If you believe that life is to be lived fully and in celebration, then even the sad and hard times will not get you down for any longer than it takes for some genuine introspection.

18. Have an attitude that breeds joy and success

I am not just suggesting positive thinking. It’s a wonderful concept, but it won’t help you much when your world is collapsing around you.

Maintaining an attitude that creates productive and effective choices, without or in spite of fear and anxiety, involves the ability to see all things as possible even if you do not intellectually understand how that is so. There is great power in being able to see that possibilities are available even when you are not feeling positive. The key to this is a willingness to conceive of yourself as deserving all of the best that life has to offer. Having this outlook about things is not something that comes automatically at first. It is something that develops over time and can be taught to you.

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