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, 26 May 2010 03:55:28 GMT Wed, 26 May 2010 03:55:28 GMT stress-management-for-peak-performance.com http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/overtime-is-bad-for-your-heart.html Working overtime is bad for the heart according to the results from a long-running UCL-led study of more than 10,000 civil servants in London. The research, Wed, 26 May 2010 03:55:25 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/moms-voice-can-reduce-teen-stress-even-when-they-are-not-there.html A new study confirms an observation that has been noted for millennia that a simple conversation with mother will calm the nerves of preteen girls. Wed, 26 May 2010 03:44:16 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. Mon, 17 May 2010 06:46:42 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/caregivers-of-partners-with-dementia-are-at-increased-risk-of-dementia-themselves.html Research conducted by Johns Hopkins and Utah State suggest that stress can put the caregiver of a partner with dementia at risk themselves.. The stress Mon, 17 May 2010 06:44:41 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 Sat, 15 May 2010 11:36:56 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. Sat, 15 May 2010 10:59:01 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/types-of-stress.html Learn about the different types of stress and how stress affects health. Most of us think that stress is all bad - but this is not true. Maintaining the optimal effects of stress is important for you. Wed, 12 May 2010 08:20:14 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, 12 May 2010 07:59:49 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/progressive-muscle-relaxation.html Progressive muscle relaxation (or PMR) is a technique that systematically relaxes your body and is a proven stress management technique. PMR is a valuable stress management tool. Wed, 12 May 2010 07:47:26 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/intestinal-gas.html Intestinal gas can painful and embarrassing. Intestinal gas has many causes, one of which is stress. If your gas is caused by stress, stress reducing activities can be used to minimize gas discomfort. Wed, 12 May 2010 06:20:15 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/breathing-exercises.html Breathing exercises are a simple and effective way to reduce stress. Use these breathing techniques for deep relaxation and counter the effects of stress. Wed, 12 May 2010 06:10:44 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/physical-effects-of-stress.html Knowing the physical effects of stress is important for stress relief. The effects of stress can result in poorer stress health and illness. How is stress affecting your life? Tue, 11 May 2010 21:38:33 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/exercise-and-stress.html Exercise and stress are closely connected. Exercise reduces stress. Whether it is riding a bike, taking a walk or meditative yoga, physical exercise relieves stress. Tue, 11 May 2010 21:33:54 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 Mon, 03 May 2010 06:18:18 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-linked-to-weight-gain.html It's no exaggeration - your job may be slowly killing you, one kilogram at a time. Years of research have shown that your job can help make you fat - Fri, 30 Apr 2010 02:32:59 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/study-stress-aggravates-ibd.html In a study published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology, stress is associated with irritable bowel disorder (IBD). In their study they found Fri, 30 Apr 2010 02:27:55 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/shake-it-out.html Shake it out to reduce stress! Shake a body part and you'll feel less stressed again. Your blood is flowing there and you feel good try it :) Shake Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:25:38 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/job-stress-harms-health-and-leads-to-obesity.html Researchers at University of Rochester Medical Center found that chronic job stress and deficit of exercise could lead to obesity. The study also revealed Wed, 31 Mar 2010 21:14:16 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-a-major-obstacle-to-better-health.html According to the APA poll of over 2,000 adults conducted online by Harris Interactive in early March, fewer than one in five adults (16 percent) reported Wed, 31 Mar 2010 21:10:43 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/stress-management-newsletter.html In this stress management newsletter, I give you the strategies to live with less stress. Every fortnight is packed with new and exciting strategies to reduce stress. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 20:59:11 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/cheap-stress-busters.html Deep breaths and relaxing music could be just as effective as easing stress and anxiety as a pricey massage. In a study to be published in the journal Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:54:39 GMT http://www.stress-management-for-peak-performance.com/laughter-therapy.html Laughter is the best medicine. The benefits of laughter therapy extend beyond coping with stress to strengthening the immune system and improving your stress health. Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:27:53 GMT 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/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/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/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