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Evaluating Your Stress Level

Life isn’t always smooth sailing. Periodic stress is a normal part of life! However, stress that goes on for a long time (chronic stress) should not be a normal part of life. Every person handles stress differently. What I find stressful and what you find stressful may be two very different scenarios! Perception is a big part of how stressed you feel. One person may look at all the things you do in a day and think they would be stressed — yet you aren’t. But because stress is so very personal, it may be hard to evaluate your stress … Continue reading →

What Causes Stress?

Long term stress (also known as chronic stress) is the kind of stress that causes the most problems for your health. Here are some situations that can lead to chronic stress: Health problems, especially a chronic illness. Emotional problems. This can include uncontrolled anger, untreated depression, low self-esteem, guilt, or grief. Internal conflict — for example, your ideal life vs. your actual life. Difficulty in a relationship. Insecurity, mistrust, and conflict in a relationship can be a source of stress. Lack of close friends or family — feeling like you have no one to share your feelings with. Work — … Continue reading →

Exercise Stress

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Children are natural bundles of energy. They require lots of exercise to help develop their growing bodies. Exercise sharpens their minds and burns off the excess energy. When children return from recess they are able to be focused and listen actively in their classroom. Just because we graduate high school and get a job doesn’t mean we out grow the need for recess. We certainly don’t outgrow the need for physical activity, instead just seem to run out of time for it. While it is wise to consult your physician before diving into a tough exercise regiment, exercise is beneficial … Continue reading →