 | from Elizabeth Scott, M.S.
The crisis in Haiti really puts into perspective the fact that many of the stressors we face that feel overwhelming are actually not as insurmountable as they may seem--things could be much worse for most of us! This newsletter is focused on changing perspective, and also has information on Haiti, as well as other stress management topics. Be sure to scroll down for more resources, and have a less-stressed week. --Elizabeth
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In the Spotlight | Are You Creating More Stress For Yourself?
The way you think about things can indeed create more stress in your life, without your even realizing it! Common 'cognitive distortions', or faulty ways of perceiving stressors, can trigger a stress response when none need occur. See if you habitually engage in any of these, and find out how you can see things in a less-stressful way.
| | Cognitive Strategies for Stress Relief
What is 'cognitive restructuring', and how can it help you with your stress? Learn more about this proven psychological technique for taking the stress out of various situations you may face in life.
| Helping Haiti
The crisis in Haiti has been catastrophic, and is continuing to worsen. Fortunately, there are things that all of us can do to help. Learn more about how you can help with the situation in Haiti while avoiding scams, and how helping them can help you, too.
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Top Picks - Free Stress Tests from your Guide | ![]() | | A very important component to stress relief is understanding your situation, seeing how your personality and habits may contribute to your overall stress level, and finding strategies to change what you can and bring less stress into your life. The following self assessment and personality tests are designed to assess different aspects of your personal make-up and situation. They can be fun to take, but also may enable you to better understand yourself and your lifestyle so you can begin to make the best changes to reduce stress in your life. | | 1) Take The Stress Management Anxiety Test
Most of us experience anxiety and worry about things at times, but at what point does it become excessive? This quick 10-question personaltiy test can help you assess your level of anxiety and tendency to worry, so you can see if you're experiencing excessive levels of stress and anxiety. 2) Is Your Social Life An Asset--Or A Liability?
This quiz is designed to assess the state of your relationships, support network, and social life as a whole to help you see if work is needed in this area, or if you have all the support you need. At the end of this 10-question personality test, you'll be given resources to help you create and maintain healthier relationships. 3) Are You A Perfectionist?
What's the difference between a perfectionist and a high achiever? And is being a perfectionist really such a bad thing? Well, in a word, yes. Learn about the detrimental effects of being a perfectionist, and take this quiz to see if you have perfectionistic tendencies that could be causing you unnecessary stress. |
This Week's Free Resource | ![]() | Free E Course: Healthy Eating When Stressed
When you think of sticking with a diet, stress may or may not automatically come to mind, but the two are closely linked: your stress levels can influence your eating patterns in ways you may not realize. This class will explain several aspects of the relationship between stress and food, in ways that are easy to understand and absorb, and will provide you with tools to maintain a healthier diet and a less stressed life--all in four weeks! |
Is Your Hound in the Doghouse? | ![]() | Managing Dog Behavior Problems
Understanding common dog behavior problems like barking, biting, and chewing is key to handling them appropriately. More >
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