http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-management-blog.html Our Stress Management Blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the web site. Subscribe here. en-us stress management Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:48:48 GMT Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:48:48 GMT stress-management-for-peak-performance.com http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-management-tips.html These stress management tips give you skills to effectively deal with stress. These tips to coping with stress will relax your mind and body. Make a choice to relieve stress today. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:48:47 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/reduce-stress-by-turning-off-the-tv.html Hi Kell, I reduce stress by turning off the TV. Every time on turn on the box there is distressing news. It makes me stressed. I find that turning Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:42:45 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/get-to-the-source-of-stress.html What is important to me is finding out what is causing me stress. If I can I work out was is creating my stress and then solve the problem. Hi Gaz, Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:32:30 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/is-teeth-grinding-a-sign-of-stress.html Hi there, Is teeth grinding a sign of daytime stress? John. Hi John, That is a good question. Teeth grinding is also called sleep bruxism. Teeth Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:28:11 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-anxiety-and-depression-are-the-three-most-common-difficulties.html According to a British survey, stress, anxiety and depression are the most common difficulties faced by people in Britain. According to the charity 'Together' Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:27:07 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/depression-raises-the-stress-hormone-which-could-lead-to-obesity-in-girls.html In a study recently published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, it was found the the stress hormone cortisol is raised in depression. The findings Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:26:38 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/herbs-for-stress.html Herbs for stress are natural alternatives to over-the-counter drugs. Anti anxiety herbs and herbs for stress have been used for hundreds of years and can promote a relaxed effect on your mind and body Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:41:44 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-response.html The stress response is the body's natural fight or flight response. This releases stress hormones and resuls in a number of symptoms of stress. Stress for too long leads to stress related illnesses. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:35:10 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/test-taking-anxiety.html Is test taking anxiety a main cause of stress for you? Test anxiety can rob you of your potential and the hard work you have done. These tips to overcoming test anxiety help you perform at your best. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:18:37 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/teen-stress.html Teen stress is on the increase. Teenagers stressed about parents, work and relationships. Teenage stress can quite normal, but too much is associated with teen depression and stress related illnesses. Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:14:46 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/public-speaking-anxiety.html Master public speaking anxiety and speak like a professional. If you have a fear of public speaking then these public speaking tips will calm your public speaking nerves develop cofidence. Sat, 06 Mar 2010 20:14:14 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/holiday-stress.html Does holiday stress cause you to more hassles than hurrahs? If holidays are a cause of stress for you then these holiday stress tips can give you the stress free holiday that you both need and want. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:39:36 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/college-stress.html Is college stress a main cause of stress? Too much stress in college can lead to poor grades and stress related illnesses. Take control of college student stress today. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:32:53 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/financial-stress.html Is financial stress one of your biggest causes of stress? Money stress can extend beyond dollars and cents, hurting relationships and leading to stress related illnesses. Take control of stress today. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:30:08 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/causes-of-stress.html What are your main causes of stress? Identify what causes stress with this stress causes worksheet and put in place stress management techniques to take control of stress today. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:27:05 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/overcoming-performance-anxiety.html Overcoming performance anxiety or stage fright is about the fear of performing in front of others. Common anxieties are test taking anxiety, public speaking anxiety and music performance anxiety. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:21:02 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/caregiver-stress.html Caregiver stress occurs whether you are taking care of elderly parents, are an alzheimers caregiver or looking after somebody with chronic illness. Caregiver burnout can lead to stress related illness Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:17:11 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/problem-solving-technique.html This structured problem solving technique will take the emotion out of your problem solving strategies and give you options to work with. Download a problem solving worksheet for dealing with stress. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 01:50:30 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/positive-mental-attitude.html A positive mental attitude can help you to cope with stress. Adopting a positive way of thinking is a huge protector against the effects of stress. Here are some positive thinking tips. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:18:16 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/coping-with-stress.html Coping with stress is about taking control of stress. There are many ways to relieve stress, and these coping skills and relaxation techniques will help you to deal with stress. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:51:46 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-weight-gain.html Is stress weight gain affecting you? Can stress make you fat? Stress and weight gain are linked in several ways. Stress can increase cortisol, reduce exercise habits and increase emotional eating. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 23:48:38 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-hormone-in-womb-predicts-poorer-cognitive-development-but-loving-care-can-undo-it.html A mother's nurture may provide powerful protection against risks her baby faces in the womb, according to a new article published online today in the journal Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:38:04 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-increases-the-risk-of-memory-loss-among-diabetics.html A symptom of stress is that it affects concentration. Now a recent study in journal Diabetes Care shows that stress may increase the risk of memory loss Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:35:59 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/nostril-breathing.html I find that nostril breathing is relaxing but at the same time sort of energizes me. I inhale and exhale through one nostril while I close the other Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:32:06 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/deep-breathing-exercise-before-public-speaking.html I use this deep breathing exercise before public speaking or any time that I start to get nervous. These steps are: 1. Set or stand in an upright position Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:28:23 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/relaxation-techniques.html Relaxation techniques counter the effects of stress. These relaxation exercises give you a sense of control and physical release which relieves stress and prevents and reduces stress-related illness Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:02:19 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/guided-imagery.html Guided imagery is a stress management technique that promotes relaxation and can activate the relaxation response. Counter the effects of stress with guided imagery relaxation techniques. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 06:56:15 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/guided-imagery-meditation.html Guided imagery meditation promotes relaxation, pain relief and stress reduction. Guided meditation take you on an inner journey that recuperates your body and counters the effects of stress. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 06:29:52 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/childhood-stress.html Childhood stress management books can help to relieve stress in children. They also provide parents with tips to manage and help cope with their child's stress. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:32:29 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-reducer.html Stress reducer resources can give you the skills and techniques to cope with stress today. If you feel overwhelmed and are looking for stress management books and relaxation aids, look no further! Tue, 02 Mar 2010 03:43:16 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-management-books.html Stress management books can give you the stress management techniques you need to cope with stress today. These books are a resource you can draw upon now and for future stress coping skills. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 03:26:40 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/teenager-stress.html Teenager stress books helps teens to take control of stress. They also provide parents with tips to manage and help cope with teen stress. These teen stress books are a resource to cope with stress. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 02:44:54 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/deep-breathing-exercise-and-stress-management.html I use this deep breathing exercise for stress management. I get myself in a comfortable position and: 1. inhale through my nose and count slowly to Sun, 28 Feb 2010 06:41:03 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/effects-of-stress.html Are the effects of stress leading to poorer stress health? Here we provide some common stress effects, and give you stress management tips that can protect you from stress. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 02:45:50 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/deep-breathing-exercises.html Deep breathing exercises are a simple and effective way to reduce stress. These breathing exercises promote relaxation, activate the relaxation response and reduce stress. Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:57:00 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/time-management-at-work.html Time management at work improves your productivity and reduces stress. Time management activities such as the time management log is an important part of effective time management skills at work. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:14:11 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/natural-stress-relief.html Natural stress relief is a gentle and effective way to deal with stress. Whether its herbs for anxiety and stress, proper stress nutrition, or aromatherapy, natural stress reducers can relax your body Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:09:23 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/general-adaptation-syndrome.html The General Adaptation Syndrome (or GAS) describes the body's short-term and long-term effects of stress. The body's chronic stress response can lead to fatigue and stress related illnesses. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:02:12 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/breathing-and-relaxation-techniques.html Breathing and relaxation techniques are important for stress reduction and optimal performance. Used by athletes, performers, public speakers or people who want to manage stress. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:56:56 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-at-work.html Stress at work is a major cause of stress for many people. You don't need to be immune to the signs and symptoms of workplace stress with these stress management techniques to reduce job stress. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:30:52 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/job-burnout.html Job burnout is a serious problem. There are a number of causes of burnout. If suffer from chronic stress at work, feel exhausted and are fed up with work, then you may be experiencing job burnout. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:15:34 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/job-stress.html Job stress is a major cause of stress for many people. Here the causes of workplace stress are discussed and the strategies that you can use to reduce stress at work. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:06:51 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/work-related-stress.html Work related stress is a major cause of stress. Work stress can impact your health and well-being. Here the signs and symptoms of job stress are discussed and we give you tips to reduce work stress. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:56:14 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/how-does-stress-affect-health.html How does stress affect health? Stress and health are closely connected. Research shows the effects of stress on body and mind influence stress related illnesses. This makes managing stress important. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:40:10 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-and-hypertension.html Are stress and hypertension related? While stress is not a direct cause of hypertension, there are many ways that hypertension and stress may be related. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:35:00 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-and-heart-disease.html Are stress and heart disease related? Does stress increase the risk of coronary heart disease? Stress can lead to hypertension, chest pains and increased risk of heart disease. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:22:39 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/what-is-tmj.html What is TMJ syndrome? The TMJ TMJ joint controls the movement of your jawbone. One of the causes of TMJ syndrome is stress. Identify your TMJ symptoms and put in place a strategy to cure TMJ syndrome. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 08:11:23 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-headaches.html Stress headaches, also known as tension headaches, are one of the most common physical effects of stress. There are a number of stress management techniques to beat a stress headache. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:53:42 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-and-the-immune-system.html Stress and the immune system are closely related. Chronic stress suppresses your immune system leading to stress related illnesses. Boost your immune system with stress management techniques. Tue, 23 Feb 2010 07:42:30 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-and-hair-loss.html Is stress and hair loss related? Is it genetic? Or is it some other reason? If you are going bald or your hair is thinning, you probably want to know is your hair loss due to stress. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 05:46:55 GMT