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10 Ways to Lower Anxiety

Nov 13th, 2008
by Tina.
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  1. Set boundaries on your worries

    Worry is a natural part of life, but it can be your whole life if it is allowed. It helps to pick a place and time to do your worrying. Spend 30 minutes thinking about your concerns and mostly about what you can do about them. Then let go of the worry and work towards your solution. Also balance your worry with hobbies and fun activities.

  2. Relaxation techniques

    These may include muscle relaxation, yoga, or deep breathing. Muscle relaxation is simple. Start from your feet or your head and work your way though the body. Start by choosing a specific muscle and holding it tight for a few seconds. Then relax the muscle. Repeat this pattern.

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How to incorporate laughter into your day

Nov 6th, 2008
by Tina.
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Tuesday’s blog was about why laughter is the best medicine and today’s will be on what to do to incorporate laughter into your day. Here are 7 ways that have worked for me.

  1. Collect funny items

    Having silly photos or comic strips often reminds me to see the light side of things. It also helps to create a pleasant environment. I also learn jokes, which leads me to the next point.

  2. Learn a few jokes

    You can also get a joke book and memorize some. It is fun to share with friends and family.

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Why laughter is the best medicine

Nov 4th, 2008
by Tina.
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In times of stress, one of the most effective, least expensive methods to reduce stress is laughter. There are scientific evidence that proves laughter does improve how you feel.

  • Laughter increases feel good chemicals (endorphins)

    Endorphins are your body’s natural painkillers in your brain. It allows you to feel well and positive.

  • Laughter helps your heart and lungs

    Laughter enhances your intake of oxygen-rich air and stimulates your heart, lungs and blood vessels.

  • Laughter improves your immune system

    It raises levels of infection fighting T-cells, disease fighting proteins called Gamma-interferon and b-cells which produce disease-destroying antibodies. It also promotes increase in IgA (immunoglobulin A) which fights upper respiratory tract insults and infections.

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5 ways to reduce stress at work

May 15th, 2008
by Tina.
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  1. Make a rubber band ball

    This is a creative way to reduce stress and get rid of all the rubber bands all over the place. It’s a great decoration and also an additional tool to play with. It’s important to have fun at work because after all you spend at least 40 hours/ week of your life at work. That’s 2080 hours per year. Just be careful not to snap your fingers with the rubber bands.

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Signs and Symptoms of ergonomic injury

Apr 14th, 2008
by Tina.
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I spend many hours in front of the computer and in the past noticed my neck cramping up and wrist getting strained. These are some of the beginning signs of ergonomic injuries. They are related to an individual’s interaction with a task, including all physical aspects of performing the work. Here are some other signs to look out for:

Symptoms of non-ergonomic workstations/ work habits:

  • back soreness or pain

  • wrist pain

  • neck pain

  • shoulder pain

  • arm pain

  • headache

  • eyestrain

  • tingling, numbness in hands and fingers

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5 ways to increase energy naturally

Feb 21st, 2008
by Tina.
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Sometimes I want energy, but I don’t want to have to go to a gym or go get energy bars. These are the 4 ways that have worked for me.

  1. Walking

    I usually like to walk in the morning for about 15 minutes and also after dinner. I enjoy different paths to disrupt monotony and also stay away from busy streets. Sometimes I feel particularly lazy so it helps to have my walking partners for motivational support. AARP and Medicine Net both have information related to the benefits of walking.

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Overcoming the fear of flying once and for all

Feb 11th, 2008
by Tina.
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    Fear can be a good thing. Your flight-fright response is activated, your adrenaline is rushing and you are able to pick up quickly on danger. However, sometimes it can be limiting, as it is with flying. When this fear is very real and extremely debilitating, it is referred to as pteromerhanophobia. Indeed, it will take someone afraid of flying longer to get to places or if not impossible to get somewhere. These are 5 things that have worked for me.

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Ways of dealing with the stress of finding a job

Dec 11th, 2007
by Tina.
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    There comes a time in everyone’s life when we make a transition from being a young student into being an employee. This can be one of the most stressful transition periods of your life. During your job search period, you may have rejections, parents and friends adding pressure, having your own pressures, etc. Here are 10 ways to combat those stressors:

  1. Balance job search with something fun to reduce stress

    Job searching can be stressful and when you are, it can be difficult to think. Balancing your search times with something fun, can help rejuvenate you and also motivate you.

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Top 10 ways of dealing with college stress

Nov 29th, 2007
by Tina.
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  1. Prioritizing your workload

    This is a quick lesson for college students when professors give unreasonable amounts of reading, assignments, test. You begin to see that you can skim through certain things, skip classes (in moderation), skip readings, etc. Otherwise, you will drive yourself crazy and not retain much.

  2. Balancing life

    Indeed most are paying a lot of money to attend college so of course the focal point is getting an education, but it is equally important to have a balance. It is the experience that helps you to become who you are and be a great candidate for the working world.

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Dealing with stress of family and friends “get-togethers”

Nov 20th, 2007
by Tina.
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Family and friends are great people to have around. No one will argue with me on that. However, difficulties may arise as in any relationship. Particularly when it comes to “get-togethers” where there are a number of factors involved especially when you are the host. These include a large group, mass chaos, messiness, arguments, kids running around, etc.

Here are some factors that have worked for me:

  1. Boundaries

    If you know you can’t deal with kids, be honest about it. Talk to those you invite ahead. Open and honest communication can go along way.

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