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It is that time of year again, when the sun goes down early (often, before we even leave work!) Many of us suffer from some form of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), experiencing bouts of stress, anxiety, and depression frequently during the winter months. If you find your spirits sinking with the…

I recently came across a very interesting article on Huffington Post titled “Reactions to Stress Could Affect Health 10 Years Later, Study Finds.” Apprently, your health is not affected simply by the stress in your life. Rather, it is your reaction to the stress that determines health in later years. The…

It has often been said that clutter clutters the mind and the soul. Organization (or lack of it) spills out into other areas of your life and can greatly influence your stress levels. Clearing out your closet and getting rid of things you don’t need can help you clear your mind….

Sometimes we don’t have time for a yoga class or a relaxing walk. We need easy tools that we can rely on to quickly destress. Here are five low maintentance things that you can do to help relieve stress no matter where you are: 1. Take a deep breath. Deep breathing…

I recently came across an article in the Huffington Post called “10 Valuable Life Lessons.” I started thinking about how many of these lessons relate to stress relief. Here are a few insights: 1. Change is the only constant in life. As humans, we naturally resist change. We must remember that…

Autumn is my absolutely favorite season. I love the way the air changes, the light changes, and the cripsness in the air. However, the change in season does call for some adjustments. As summer begins to fade into fall, our lives often get busier, whether with work, school, or other activities….

Epictetus was born a slave in AD 55 in Hierapolis, Phrygia (present day Turkey), and he later lived and taught in Greece and Rome. Many of his teachings are just as applicable today as they were 2,00 years ago; they  have been translated and adapted into a book called The Art…

Sometimes a little irony and a smile helpes relieve our daily stress levels. Here are ten of our favorite stress relief quotes that we find amusing: 1. “Reality is the leading cause of stress for those in touch with it.” – Jane Wagner2. “I’ve tried yoga, but I find stress less…

One of the keys to handling personal stress is to build your self-esteem. Here are 10 specific steps you can take to gain confidence, get in touch with reality, and reduce stress:        1. Write a list of ten things you like about yourself. Acknowledge the things you did well today….

There is much evidence to suggest that music has a profound effect on our emotions and stress levels. The latest research suggests that rhythms and beats effectively rewire the brain, helping stressed out patients think clearly and feel calmer and more in control.     The following article cites several studies…

Here are a few links bringing you recent reviews/news of our Stress Tracker App from around the web!  Do you know anyone in the media who would be interested in reviewing this app? Please spread the news about the Stress Tracker! We want as many people as possible to benefit from…

Anyone with a family has dealt with family stress. Although many elements of family stress are comlex and delicate, there are a few universal things that can help you with relation to your family. 1. Be direct. Say what you need to say as clearly as possible. Avoid vague and confusing…

SELF REGULATION Self-regulation is the deliberate adjustment of your physical, mental, and emotional state to fit the circumstances of the moment. You’ve done it many times. Remember as a child how often your parents told you to “Hurry up!” “Calm down!” “Not so loud!” ” Think carefully!” “Go to sleep.” “If…

Have any of you ever thought of taking an internet vacation? Lately, there has been talk all over the internet (ironically) about buzz words such as “tech detox” or “unplugging” or “internet-induced ADD.” This past Saturday, March 24th, was National Unplugging Day. In a recent Huffington Post blog, Beth Arnold writes…

For anyone who has cared for another person, whether it is a parent, a child, or a friend, knows that it can take a toll on the health of the caregiver. According to WomensHealth.gov, caregiver stress appears to affect women more than men. About 75 percent of caregivers who report feeling…