The layout of modern workplaces usually sees people sat at desks for the majority of the day. Hectic, busy schedules, coupled with slouched sitting positions detrimental to correct posture, means a build-up of tension. This stress is carried around with us in our muscles. The dangers of stress for accelerating the aging process are well…
How to Reduce Stress: 10 Quick and Easy Tips
I’ve said this before, and it is worth remembering – stress is inevitable. You are never going to eradicate stress from your life completely, and frankly, that’s a good thing! It’s the harmful, chronic stress that we should be wary of and with good reason. Chronic stress has been shown to have many negative health…
How to Reduce Stress: Long-term Strategies
Your partner is upset with you, but you’re not sure why. The kids won’t stop making noise and your boss keeps piling on assignment after assignment. How do you feel? Stressed? People have different stress triggers, and your levels of stress will depend on your personality and how you react to situations. For some, life…
How Stress Affects Your Communication Skills
With the craziness of the holidays rapidly approaching and the recent turmoil in the world, I think we owe it to ourselves to take a big, deep breath. Do it with me: Breathe in – hold it for three seconds – and breathe out. Everyday stress has a way of creeping up on you and…
