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What are some methods to control stress that I can use while at work?

By Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Asked Apr 27 2009 5:18PM
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by DudeLer 2 on Apr 27, 2009 at 5:44 pm Permalink

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go for a walk and talk to strangers, say hello...how are yah doing? instead of eating.
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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 27 2009 at 05:48 PM
+6 and thank you for answering

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by nzguy.. on Apr 27, 2009 at 5:25 pm Permalink

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Stress can cause severe health problems and, in extreme cases, can cause death. While these stress management techniques have been shown to have a positive effect on reducing stress, they are for guidance only, and readers should take the advice of suitably qualified health professionals if they have any concerns over stress-related illnesses or if stress is causing significant or persistent unhappiness. Health professionals should also be consulted before any major change in diet or levels of exercise.

Sometimes we are not able to change our environment to manage stress – this may be the case where we do not have the power to change a situation, or where we are about to give an important performance. Imagery is a useful skill for relaxing in these situations.

Imagery is a potent method of stress reduction, especially when combined with physical relaxation methods such as deep breathing.

You will be aware of how particular environments can be very relaxing, while others can be intensely stressful. The principle behind the use of imagery in stress reduction is that you can use your imagination to recreate and enjoy a situation that is very relaxing. The more intensely you imagine the situation, the more relaxing the experience will be.

This sounds unlikely. In fact, the effectiveness of imagery can be shown very effectively if you have access to biofeedback equipment. By imagining a pleasant and relaxing scene (which reduces stress) you can objectively see the measured stress in your body reduce. By imagining an unpleasant and stressful situation, you can see the stress in your body increase. This very real effect can be quite alarming when you see it happen the first time!
One common use of imagery in relaxation is to imagine a scene, place or event that you remember as safe, peaceful, restful, beautiful and happy. You can bring all your senses into the image with, for example, sounds of running water and birds, the smell of cut grass, the taste of cool white wine, the warmth of the sun, etc. Use the imagined place as a retreat from stress and pressure.

Scenes can involve complex images such as lying on a beach in a deserted cove. You may “see” cliffs, sea and sand around you, “hear” the waves crashing against rocks, “smell” the salt in the air, and “feel” the warmth of the sun and a gentle breeze on your body. Other images might include looking at a mountain view, swimming in a tropical pool, or whatever you want. You will be able to come up with the most effective images for yourself.

Other uses of imagery in relaxation involve creating mental pictures of stress flowing out of your body, or of stress, distractions and everyday concerns being folded away and locked into a padlocked chest.
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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 27 2009 at 05:26 PM
+6 and thank you for answering :)

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by Takei-Shihan on Apr 27, 2009 at 5:30 pm Permalink

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... Taoist meditations that transform stress into vitality ...

http://www.healing-tao.com/tao-garden/universal/en/books/

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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 27 2009 at 05:34 PM
+6 and thank you for answering :)
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by SABOTEUR on Nov 4, 2009 at 1:54 am Permalink

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Observe the breath as it enters and leaves your nostrils...as often as you can or as often as you remember to.
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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Nov, 04 2009 at 02:47 AM
+6 and thank you for answering *breathes* :)
Avatar SABOTEUR Nov, 04 2009 at 02:59 AM
I'm honored.

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by crazy on Nov 4, 2009 at 1:32 am Permalink

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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Nov, 04 2009 at 02:47 AM
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by Mr. Knowitall has Wings of Patriotism on Apr 30, 2009 at 8:01 pm Permalink

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Meditation, stretching, chewing gum, humming, listening to music, walks, drinking some bottled water, and putting blue things on your desk (blue is the relaxing color).
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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 30 2009 at 08:15 PM
+6 and thank you for answering, the chewing gum thing sounds interesting. I'm getting a stress ball and some scented candles tomorrow to have ready to combat stress. :)
Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 30 2009 at 08:16 PM
6 and thank you for answering
Avatar Mr. Knowitall has Wings of Patriotism May, 01 2009 at 07:40 PM
You're welcome. I chew gum all the time...and I really chomp down! ☺

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by Sosueme on Apr 28, 2009 at 8:55 am Permalink

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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 28 2009 at 10:52 AM
+6 and thank you for answering

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by amby is a chillin buttercup on Apr 27, 2009 at 11:11 pm Permalink

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Deep breathng, place your tongue gently on the roof of your mouth, drop your shoulders and look up :0)
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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 28 2009 at 10:52 AM
+6 and thank you for answering :)
Avatar amby is a chillin buttercup Apr, 30 2009 at 02:17 AM
No worries!!

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by Marky Mark on Apr 27, 2009 at 5:52 pm Permalink

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There must be some person who really deserves a good dressing down. Some stupid shit who's causing trouble. Instead of being a little unpleasant to everybody, unleash all your pent-up fury upon this deserving individual when they least expect it. You will be doing everyone a service and helping to create a happy work environment.☺
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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 27 2009 at 05:56 PM
+6 and thank you for answering, LOL - thanks for the laugh :)
Avatar Marky Mark Apr, 27 2009 at 05:59 PM
It's a pleasure, ma'am! ☺

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by goldpanner on Apr 27, 2009 at 5:36 pm Permalink

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I wish I could remember the Chanel number but but on Sirus radio there is a Chanel called "the spa" I listen to that at lunch and it helps. And I'm a guy!
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Avatar Miss Anubis is Swami-licous Apr, 27 2009 at 05:37 PM
+6 and thank you for answering :)
Avatar goldpanner Apr, 27 2009 at 05:44 PM
It's nice.sometimes trickling water with wolves in the background.Just takes you away for a while. But...sometimes it isn't what ya want to listen to.Weird stuff thats just ...weird and not relaxing. Then switch to blue collar comedy channel and your good to go back to work!


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