Every now and then, you can’t avoid negative attitudes from surfacing. Everyone goes through the same experience. However, you may have to act on the situation when the volume and frequency of negativity begin to rise in alarming levels. Negative attitudes can do so much damage to your life. They can trap you and keep […]
Escape from Toxic Relationships
Toxic relationships are those that sap you of energy, like being chewed and spit out. There are various reasons people hold on to toxic relationships and sometimes the process of becoming disentangled is harder than it was to get involved in the first place. But just a toxic substance is poison to your body, toxic […]
Tis The Season to Be Tense: Five Tips for Reducing Holiday Stress
Many people don’t realize that they really are in control of many of the factors driving their stress levels, even during the holidays when these factors become magnified. The first step is to take care of yourself first, then you’ll be able to meet the demands of others. This year, is figuring to be a […]
Your Happiness Strategy
Despite this hectic reality that almost everyone faces, it’s possible to take the pinball machine of life by the gears and actually find happiness in the midst of life’s madness. The truth is living a happy life is something that you just don’t fantasize about. Rather, it’s something that you must strive to attain. Happiness […]
Self-Help Techniques that Reduce Stress
For most of us stress is a normal part of daily existence. However, if we don’t learn to manage our stress it can spiral out of control, leaving us worried, anxious and unable to enjoy life. Left untreated, chronic stress can take a physical toll and even lead to self-destructive behaviors or depression. Learning what […]
You Can Learn to Manage Stress
Stress can be debilitating. Excessive or chronic stress can take an unhealthy toll on both your physical and emotional health (see our Oct. 2 post on Learning to Recognize Symptoms of Stress). Many women need a little help figuring out what triggers their stress and why certain situations or people seem to push them over the edge. […]