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<p>One of the main causes of the stressful life that most of us experience at some time in our lives is down to how we interpret an event, or what meaning we attribute to it. An event doesn&#8217;t just &#8216;happen&#8217; to us, we respond in a specific, usually learned, way</p>
<p>If we see these events in a negative light it can cause a downward negative spiral which leaves us <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/" title="stress relief"><strong>feeling stressed</strong></a> and exhausted and if it continues for any length of time, depressed too.</p>
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<p>The major cause of being stressed in our lives is the emotions we have attached ourselves to and have then found hard to let go of.&nbsp; <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/selfhelp/energytherapy.php" target="_blank">Emotional Freedom Techniques</a></strong>&nbsp; are a newly discovered approach to release yourself from stressful reactions and the negative emotions that have taken hold and hindered your psychological, as well as ultimately your physical, well-being.</p>
<p> <img align="left" alt="how eft works" height="234" hspace="12" src="http://www.retreatandheal.com/images/eft_tan.jpg" vspace="6" width="239" /><strong>How EFT Works</strong></p>
<p> Whenever we think of an unpleasant experience that we have gone through, we produce negative emotions that cause a disturbance in the flow of energy around the body.</p>
<p>The technique of&nbsp;<strong> <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/selfhelp/energytherapy.php" target="_blank">EFT Tapping</a></strong>&nbsp; whilst at the same time holding your focus on the specific problem at hand helps to restore the previously disrupted energy flow.</p>
<p>Even though the original experience, which led to the energy disrupton or bockage, can still be accessed the link between it and a negative response has dissolved and so recall no longer leads to stress or anger.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.instantnaturalpainrelief.com"><strong>&gt; Learn How To Do EFT Easily With This Follow Along Video. Click Here </strong></a></p>
<p><strong>Benefits of EFT</strong></p>
<p> From the above brief explanation, we can see that the major benefit is that EFT relieves stress and frees us from anxiety and associated physical problems. The&nbsp; <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/selfhelp/energytherapy.php" target="_blank">EFT therapy tapping technique</a></strong>&nbsp; helps to dissipate an energy block that has led to a block in healthy flow and functioning and kept the &#8216;darker view&#8217; in place. As a result of this<br /> emotional freedom, our body can function more easily and efficiently and our overall performance in life ameliorates. We are able to feel well, relaxed and healthy</p>
<p> <strong>Major conditions</strong></p>
<p> EFT is a technique or energy therapy that is used to help us heal from the intense emotional reverberations caused by Trauma such as forms of physical abuse, as well as treating rather specific fears like proclaimed phobias and extreme self consciousness. In this way we can become free of say, the fear associated with having a loving relationship or public speaking, or flying, or speaking to the boss about a rise and so on.</p>
<p> <strong>Mental Health</strong></p>
<p> By the same method, EFT improves mental health as it treats distressing conditions such as depression or dwelling anger. This helps create a clearer view on life by introducing some clarity our whole system. As the anger or depression recedes, something else comes in to fill the gap and this can be more&nbsp; <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/alignwith/loa.php" target="_blank">positive feelings</a></strong>&nbsp; and a more relaxed attitude. The result of this is a kind of &#8216;knock on&#8217; effect on the body in terms of better health as the feel good hormones are released and help the body to recover from the earlier <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/effects-of-stress-on-health"><strong>effects of stress</strong></a>, such as higher blood pressure, back pain and headaches.<br /> <strong><br /> Eliminating Stressor-related patterns</strong></p>
<p> EFT also works on treating the&nbsp; <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/learnto/breakhabits.php" target="_blank">unhealthy physical habits</a></strong>&nbsp; that one often forms as they undergo stressful experiences. Some of these include sleep loss or insomnia and addictive behaviours such as smoking and food cravings or nail biting.</p>
<p> On another note, EFT can be used alongside the treatment of physical illness to relieve stressful emotions that accompany the condition. It has been reported to help improve one&#8217;s&nbsp; <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/learn/LaughterYoga.php" target="_blank">attitude toward illness</a></strong>&nbsp; and has even been known to sometimes reduce the body&#8217;s need for medicine and even surgeries and radiation. This is because, as research or case studies have indicated, the body&#8217;s immunity system thrives on low stress levels so it would perform more actively toward attacking the disease and reducing or eliminating pain.</p>
<p> Basically the practice of EFT on a regular basis can have the effect of supporting improved mood, better health and relationships.</p>
<p> Although it doesn&#8217;t always work all of the time, Gary Craig, the founder of this method claims that it works about 90% of the time. EFT is a technique which brings about emotional freedom, leaving the person much less stressed and with a greater sense of, calm, self esteem and happiness.</p>
<p>It provides us with a simple tool that we can use to regain control over the negative emotions&nbsp; that may have dominated and streesed us for some time and signals an opportunity to freely embrace the world in a way that is both enjoyable, satisfying and ultimately health enhancing too.</p>

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		<description><![CDATA[Controlling stress need not be a monumental task. As most things in life the simpler the better. Here are some simple but effective stress busters you can implement in your life. Learn To Meditate Learn To laugh Your Stress Away Listen To relaxation CDs Go On A Stress Busting Diet Learn How to Change Stress [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Controlling stress need not be a monumental task. As most things in life the simpler the better.</p>
<p><strong>Here are some simple but effective stress busters you can implement in your life.</strong></p>
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<li> <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/learn/ultmedkit.php" target="_blank">Learn To Meditate</a></strong></li>
<li> <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/stressrelief/lafdoc.php" target="_blank"> Learn To laugh Your Stress Away</a></strong></li>
<li> <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/relax/relaxing.php" target="_blank">Listen To relaxation CDs</a></strong></li>
<li> <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/change/diet.php" target="_blank">Go On A Stress Busting Diet</a></strong></li>
<li> <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/change/toJoy.php" target="_blank"> <strong>Learn How to Change Stress Into Joy</strong></a></li>
<li> <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/selfhelp/energytherapy.php" target="_blank"><strong>Change The Negative Energy Of Stress Into A Positive Healthy Flow</strong></a></li>
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<p>Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Stress is a major contributor to many maladies that inflict us humans.</p>
<p><img src="http://static.howstuffworks.com/gif/physical-effects-of-stress-3.jpg" alt="physical effects of stress" hspace="15" vspace="9" width="250" height="250" align="left" /></p>
<p>Day after day we drudge on worrying about every imaginable thing some so trivial that it&#8217;s just plain stupid.</p>
<p>Humans are the only earthly animal that has such a problem.(as far as we know!) Other animals go about go about their business undaunted of stressful situations.</p>
<p>We are seemingly addicted to stress. Stress has literally taken over our lives. It is as if we fuel our bodies on a daily basis with stress. Seems ridiculous doesn&#8217;t it, but you know exactly what I&#8217;m talking about, we thrive on everyday stress. Well if we thrive on it why eliminate it; what&#8217;s the point? The point is stress is a killer, it&#8217;s out to get you, throw you to the ground and stomp all over you.</p>
<p><strong>Stress is a killer</strong></p>
<p>Talk to any doctor and they will tell you unequivocally that stress damages the body immeasurably in countless ways. Stress is the silent killer that infiltrates and then does it&#8217;s damage over time. Okay you know you are stressful and you don&#8217;t like it one bit but how in the world can we eliminate something that is so much of our life? You don&#8217;t eliminate stress you control stress. A certain amount of stress is actually good for you, it produces a sense of urgency, a motivation, a driving force. Stress can be compared to an adrenaline rush in as much they both create a burst of energy a sense of urgency. The trick is to <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/selfhelp/energytherapy.php" target="_blank"><strong>harness stress so it works for you</strong></a> not against you.</p>
<p><strong>What is Stress?</strong></p>
<p>Stress is negative energy (worry), bottled up inside with nowhere to go. Most stress is self-induced. We are a fast paced society, continually trying to go faster. For example, if a speed limit is set at 55-mph invariably most drivers will push the limit and go at least 10-mph faster. It is our nature to push the limit. We are driven to exceed, succeed, and proceed. Unfortunately stress is a part of our everyday lives so we need to deal with it. If you are going too fast, then <strong> <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/tuneinto/brainmusic.php" target="_blank">learn to slow down</a></strong> .<br />
Controlling Stress</p>
<p>People make things more difficult then need be. Life needn&#8217;t be complicated. Simple is better.  Uncomplicate your life<strong> </strong>. Set a rule of priorities for your day to day life. Make these priorities realistic, simple, uncomplicated. Know your limitations don&#8217;t over extend abilities.  Take a breather. Take time out to relax.</p>
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<p><strong>Here are some things that can help you reduce stress</strong></p>
<p>1.Start your day earlier then you normally would. Allow yourself plenty of time to get ready for work.</p>
<p>2.Eat a sensible breakfast allowing enough time to actually relax and enjoy breakfast.</p>
<p>3.Don&#8217;t watch the doom and gloom news while eating breakfast <strong> <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/alignwith/loa.php" target="_blank">start the day on a positive note.</a></strong></p>
<p>4.Allow a lot of time to comfortably get to work and if you&#8217;re driving listen to some good music and drive within the speed limit.</p>
<p>5.Limit your caffeine intake to one cup of coffee in the morning and 3 cups total for the day.</p>
<p>6.Avoid refined sugar foods such as doughnuts, processed cereals, pop tarts etc.</p>
<p>7.Don&#8217;t drink any soft drinks for they are loaded with sugar.</p>
<p>8.Stop with all the competition with co-workers do your job to the best of your ability and good things will happen.</p>
<p>9.Be happy for others who succeed in their endeavors. <strong> <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/tuneinto/happinessnow.php" target="_blank">Be happy with who you are</a></strong> .</p>
<p>10.Drink plenty of clean unpolluted spring water. Water naturally detoxifies the body.</p>
<p>11.If possible take a short nap. I personally nap half an hour after my half-hour lunch.</p>
<p>12.Set realistic goals. Too many people try to accomplish too much too quickly. Most good things worth striving for require a lot of nurturing.<img src="http://www.samuidetox.com/db2/00114/samuidetox.com/_uimages/meditation.gif" alt="" hspace="10" vspace="8" width="303" height="228" align="right" /></p>
<p>13.Stop worrying about things that are out of your control. 90% of everyday concerns are about stuff you can&#8217;t do a wit to change.</p>
<p>14.If a particularly stressful moment or situation occurs take a deep breath (or many) reflect on a pleasant memory and then proceed slowly, deliberately, maintaining control.<strong> <a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/relax/relaxing.php" target="_blank">Listen to a relaxing CD</a></strong> to wind down as you visualise.</p>
<p>15.Set time aside everyday for &#8216;family talk&#8217; where family members can express their thoughts, problems and communicate one to another. This is a solid &#8216;stress buster&#8217;.</p>
<p>16. <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/change/diet.php" target="_blank">Eat nutritious foods</a></strong> high in vitamins and minerals low in calories. Good food delivers optimum health thus reducing stress.</p>
<p>17.Live within your means don&#8217;t buy things you know you can&#8217;t afford.</p>
<p>18.Only use credit cards for emergencies and plan on paying dept in full each month.</p>
<p>19.Don&#8217;t try to keep up with what others have, (I.e. neighbors, family, and friends.) be happy for them, don&#8217;t resent what they have.</p>
<p>20.Ground your life in faith, family, and friends. Express your love for the important people in your life openly, let them know how you feel about them without any expectations.</p>
<p>21. <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/change/toJoy.php" target="_blank">Laugh often, smile a lot</a> </strong>.</p>
<p>22.Exercise moderately at least 3 times a week.</p>
<p>23.Sleep a sound 8 hours every night this alone will reduce stress dramatically.</p>
<p>24.Finally accept the fact that life is unpredictable and we all will be thrown a curve ball now and then that may flatten us for a time. Find solace in your faith and know that things will get better and always think highly of yourself.  <strong><a href="http://howdoesstressaffecthealth.org/learn/ultmedkit.php" target="_blank">Meditate regularly</a></strong></p>
<p>Stress can be controlled however you must take it seriously and make a plan of action. The silent killer is lurking just below the surface and it wants to destroy you. Are you up for the challenge?</p>
<p>By <a href="http://www.buzzle.com/authors.asp?author=16845">Gary Kenneth Archer</a></p>
<p><a href="http://stpresskit.wordpress.com/2009/04/10/meditations-and-music-for-earth-day/" target="_blank"> <strong>Meditations and Music for Earth Day </strong> </a></p>
<p>Vibrational Healing Music, by Marjorie de Muynck (pronounced “de Monk”), is a therapeutic healing journey in Marjorie’s signature tuning of Ohm, known for its ability to soothe, balance, and rejuvenate. Here, she organically combines <strong>&#8230;</strong> <a style="font-size: 9px; font-family: arial; color: #108eed" href="http://stpresskit.wordpress.com/2009/04/10/meditations-and-music-for-earth-day/" target="blank"></a></p>
<p><a href="http://spa-treatments.suite101.com/article.cfm/vibrational_massage_healing_therapy" target="_blank"> <strong>Vibrational Massage </strong><strong>Healing Therapy</strong> </a></p>
<p>Vibrational healing massage therapy is a form of bodywork therapy that heals structural problems and helps ameliorate their causes, including pent-up stress.  <a style="font-size: 9px; font-family: arial; color: #108eed" href="http://spa-treatments.suite101.com/article.cfm/vibrational_massage_healing_therapy" target="blank"></a></p>
<p><a href="http://toningandchanting.blogspot.com/2009/01/vibrational-healing-it-works.html" target="_blank"> <strong>How does energy healing work? </strong><strong>Healing-Vibrations</strong> </a></p>
<p>These blockages and imbalances causes a cell, organ, system, or energetic body to slow it&#8217;s vibration. Slow vibrations result in disease (dis-ease) or illness. The process of vibrational healing adjusts these unbalanced vibrations. <a style="font-size: 9px; font-family: arial; color: #108eed" href="http://toningandchanting.blogspot.com/2009/01/vibrational-healing-it-works.html" target="blank"></a></p>

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