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	<title>Healing Mind &#187; Stress</title>
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		<title>TEMPORARY INSURANCE ARE AFFORDABLE</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2009 06:17:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The recent debate about healthcare reform has included an unforeseen voice in a growing group of those without health insurance &#8211; young Americans.   The number of young adults in the 18-29 age group without health insurance is growing.  These include young adults who don&#8217;t have insurance due to unemployment or restrictive way [...]<p>Post from: <a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com">Healing Mind</a><br/><br/><a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com/stress/temporary-insurance-are-affordable/">TEMPORARY INSURANCE ARE AFFORDABLE</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The recent debate about healthcare reform has included an unforeseen voice in a growing group of those without health insurance &ndash; young Americans.   The number of young adults in the 18-29 age group without health insurance is growing.  These include young adults who don&rsquo;t have insurance due to unemployment or restrictive way times for insurance from employers. <a href="http://www.nriol.net/short-term-health-insurance/" target='_blank'>short term health insurance</a> can be a great way for these young Americans to protect against high medical costs.</p>
<p>Being in college, working in unpaid internships or even being employed as a contract worker can result in a lack of available healthcare options for many young people.  Short term insurance is often the safest way to guarantee medical coverage in case of emergency.</p>
<p>Depending on the plan, traditional insurance offerings vary in the costs and fees associated with them.  Employer-sponsored plans are generally paid for on a monthly basis, and the cost is deducted directly from the insured person&rsquo;s paycheck.</p>
<p>Individual plans are available for those who are not employed; however, these are often quite expensive and more limited in coverage available.  As a result, these can be an expensive option for a student struggling with bills.</p>
<p>A Short term insurance plan can be a great alternative to the expensive premiums and high deductibles found in individual plans.  Short term plans are generally purchased for a shorter periods of time and don&rsquo;t require an employer for sponsorship.  The costs are paid for exclusively by the insured person; however, they are often lower than paying for a traditional long-term health insurance plan.</p>
<p>Young people should realize that health insurance coverage is just as important for them as is it is for their parents.  <a href="http://www.nriol.net/short-term-health-insurance/" target='_blank'>short term insurance</a> is an effective way to manage health costs and medical care, whether someone has been injured in an accident or illness.</p>
<p>Research several different companies offering short term insurance plans to find the one that offers the most financially effective plan for your needs.  It&rsquo;s important to ask about a plan&rsquo;s costs, including any limitations and restrictions that may be included.</p>
<p>If you become injured a sick, understanding a short term insurance plan ahead of time can save time and money down the road.  Insuring a healthy and happy future is an important consideration when protecting one&rsquo;s self.</p>
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		<title>Several Important Things You Should Do for  Recovering You from Anxiety and Stress</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:19:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Daily life with all its challenges and unexpected situations is a permanent source of anxiety and stress. Life inevitably causes tension, and it often stimulates us to work harder and achieve more of the set goals. However, anxiety and stress cannot be called stimulating factors when present in too high proportions in one&#8217;s life: in [...]<p>Post from: <a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com">Healing Mind</a><br/><br/><a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com/stress/several-important-things-you-should-do-for-recovering-you-from-anxiety-and-stress/">Several Important Things You Should Do for  Recovering You from Anxiety and Stress</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Daily life with all its challenges and unexpected situations is a permanent source of anxiety and stress. Life inevitably causes tension, and it often stimulates us to work harder and achieve more of the set goals. However, anxiety and stress cannot be called stimulating factors when present in too high proportions in one&#8217;s life: in most such cases, anxiety disorders are identified and diagnosed. Such a health problem induces anxiety and stress on a permanent basis without any real motif for it.</p>
<p>Anxiety and stress will ruin your entire day, making you incapable of work, not to mention the constant fear of getting a panic attack. Such health problems do not result from a character flaw; stop believing that this happens because you are weak. Pulling yourself by the bootstraps may not always work, and then you need a specialist. Therapy is necessary, sometimes supported by the administration of tranquilizers or antidepressants. Therefore, before resuming a normal life, all the factors that cause anxiety and stress have to be identified and dealt with.</p>
<p>A disorder caused by anxiety and stress has two types of components: psychological and biological, and therefore the treatment ought to include behavioral and cognitive psychotherapy methods. Family history and genetics have their share among the possible triggers of an anxiety disorder, but there are other factors that play a significant role in the development of the disease. Substance and alcohol abuse, traumas, major life decisions, the impossibility to cope with too much stress, emotional imbalance and lots of other problems could hide behind recurrent panic attacks.</p>
<p>A great deal of responsibility falls on the family to help a person overcome anxiety and stress. An anxiety disorder also seems less likely to appear in families with a harmonious and balanced lifestyle. Nevertheless, dealing with stress is something natural in day to day life, and the nervous system will fail to cope with it only when there is too much. Moreover, the recovery is also improved by family support. Good documentation, open communication with the therapist and the active involvement in helping the patient, should normally reduce anxiety and stress and help one regain normality.</p>
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		<title>I Have To Get Rid Of This Wedding Stress In Case I Lose My Mind!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:43:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wedding are such a wonderful part of life.  Most little girls and boys dream of their future spouse and of that very special day.  Now it has happened.  You&#8217;re getting married and you are overjoyed with the prospect of the wonderful life ahead of you!  Then, suddenly, reality kicks in and [...]<p>Post from: <a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com">Healing Mind</a><br/><br/><a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com/stress/i-have-to-get-rid-of-this-wedding-stress-in-case-i-lose-my-mind/">I Have To Get Rid Of This Wedding Stress In Case I Lose My Mind!</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wedding are such a wonderful part of life.  Most little girls and boys dream of their future spouse and of that very special day.  Now it has happened.  You&rsquo;re getting married and you are overjoyed with the prospect of the wonderful life ahead of you!  Then, suddenly, reality kicks in and you find yourself in the middle of one of the most stressful situations you&rsquo;ve ever encountered in your life.  What happened? How could such a wonderful moment turn into such stress?  And if you&rsquo;re thinking about a beach wedding, don&rsquo;t even go there, because then you&rsquo;ll be thinking about getting the perfect <a href="http://www.designstoremember.com/1/Under_2_Wedding_Favors.html" target='_blank'>discount wedding favors</a>.</p>
<p>I&rsquo;ve planned and consulted on more weddings than I care to admit.  And with all of them, I&rsquo;ve found that the following tips will greatly help you navigate through the sometimes muddy waters of wedding planning as well as through the waters of finding amazing <a href="http://www.designstoremember.com/1/Beach_Wedding_Favors.html" target='_blank'>beach wedding favors</a>.</p>
<p>Who do you invite to the wedding?  Be very careful with your wedding invitation list.  This is one of the major points of contention between the bride and groom&rsquo;s family.  If from the beginning you both decide that you are only going to invite those people that are special to each of you, you will circumvent much stress.  Extra tip: stick to your guns!  Another tip: give your guests <a href="http://www.designstoremember.com/1/Unique_Wedding_Favors.html" target='_blank'>unique wedding favors</a>.  They always love them!</p>
<p>Choose your wedding party wisely.   Do not worry about hurting anyone&rsquo;s feelings when you and your future spouse make this decision.  If you don&rsquo;t choose wisely, you will end up with a great deal of stress and end up losing friends.  And if there are too many people to choose from and you can feel problems brewing, limit yourself to a maid of honor (or two) and a best man (or two) and call it a day.  You&rsquo;ll thank me for it.</p>
<p>Enlist people to help you.   Don&rsquo;t try to do everything yourself.  Yes, you and your future spouse should be the decision-makers, but ask close family and friends to carry out tasks for you, especially ones that are easy and do not need your oversight.  This alone will spare you much anxiety.  So rule 3, do not be a micro-manager.  Let others sweat the small stuff!</p>
<p>If you can afford it, hire a wedding planner!  You have no idea how much stress a planner can alleviate from the wedding.  They do all the scurrying around and you make all the decisions.  Yes, this will add probably 5-10% on your wedding budget, but if you can afford one, by all means do it.  Also, you always can use the wedding planner as the resident scape-goat when you want something and others disagree.  They are amazing to have in your corner during this stressful time.</p>
<p>Trust your own judgment when making decisions.  This is not a time to be concerned about others feelings and fulfilling what they want for your wedding.  If you allow others to influence your decisions about your day, you will only grow to resent it and them.  Be especially careful with this.  Be nice, but remember, it is your day.</p>
<p>When all else fails, just get away for the day.  Different surroundings bring a different perspective.  Just remember, this is your day.  Do everything you can to keep it special during the wedding process.  And just remember, you&rsquo;ll make it and it will be wonderful. </p>
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		<title>Is It Possible To Do Away With Wedding Cold Feet?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:10:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your wedding is just a few weeks away, and you&#8217;re feeling ill.  Nothing seems to help.  When you think of the wedding day, you have mixed emotions.  You&#8217;re happy, but butterflies that don&#8217;t feel so good seem to rise up within you, at the same time.  What is going on?  [...]<p>Post from: <a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com">Healing Mind</a><br/><br/><a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com/stress/is-it-possible-to-do-away-with-wedding-cold-feet/">Is It Possible To Do Away With Wedding Cold Feet?</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Your wedding is just a few weeks away, and you&rsquo;re feeling ill.  Nothing seems to help.  When you think of the wedding day, you have mixed emotions.  You&rsquo;re happy, but butterflies that don&rsquo;t feel so good seem to rise up within you, at the same time.  What is going on?  Truth is, you&rsquo;re probably also very concerned about finding awesome <a href="http://www.designstoremember.com/1/Personalized_Wedding_Favors.html" target='_blank'>personalized wedding favors</a>. </p>
<p>First of all, you need to know that this is normal and just about everyone gets cold &#8211; everyone! These feelings of anxiety, worry and concern are very normal prior to a wedding, and both the bride and the groom may experience this. Don&rsquo;t concern yourself because before you know it, those feelings will pass and you will feel even better if you just find your <a href="http://www.designstoremember.com/1/Edible_Wedding_Favors.html" target='_blank'>edible wedding favors</a> and you don&rsquo;t have to worry about that anymore. Reason for this is that sometimes tension and anxiety looks for a reason other than the obvious, which is putting together the biggest day of your life. That in itself can make you question if it&rsquo;s the right thing to do.  Many couples have a hard time believing that the stress they are experiencing is just that &ndash; stress.  Instead, we question the decision of saying, &ldquo;I do&rdquo; as well as the decision of what <a href="http://www.designstoremember.com/1/Fall_Wedding_Favors.html" target='_blank'>autumn wedding favors</a> you will be getting, depending on what season you are getting married in. </p>
<p>First tip &ndash; relax &ndash; breathe &ndash; go to the beach or the spa or wherever it is that you relax the best. Listen to music that helps calm you and talk it out with a parent or close friend. But, please make sure it&rsquo;s someone that will be objective and truly understands what is happening, not someone who is trying to thwart your special day. Just know that your feelings are completely normal and natural. For some reason, just thinking about that helps. </p>
<p>A good test of your anxiety is to take out a piece of paper and write down all of the things that are making you nervous and you are sweating over. You will soon find that they are all normal things that everyone gets concerned about and not really directed at your future spouse. </p>
<p>Also, if you have a married friend that has been through it, speaking to that person especially helps. They have gone down this road, and if they are completely honest, they will tell you that they went through it also. Something about knowing that others have felt the same way and understand you gets you through this time much quicker. </p>
<p>Next, make a list of all your fears and then all the reasons why you are marrying your partner. Normally, that puts this thing to bed. After doing this, write a love letter to your future spouse. Whether you give it to them or not is not an issue. Just do this to help you get in touch with your real feelings. Soon, they&rsquo;ll come flooding out and you&rsquo;ll know that this is all anxiety and it soon will pass. </p>
<p>Lastly, get away from the whole wedding process. I tell people that I consult on their weddings, that at least one or two days during the last few weeks, they need to walk away; go shopping or drive to the ocean.  You need to do something that will totally take you away from the craziness. You will come back a different person. That I promise you.</p>
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		<title>Personal Care Massager &#8211; A Good End To A Hard Day</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 08:20:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[A proper massage, as is generally known, nearly always scores over pills, irrespective of whether they bring about other after-effects or not, in revitalizing the mind of people, and getting rid of their tiredness.  The work that we need to perform regularly certainly does bring about a feeling of weariness.  In fact, it [...]<p>Post from: <a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com">Healing Mind</a><br/><br/><a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com/stress/personal-care-massager-a-good-end-to-a-hard-day/">Personal Care Massager &#8211; A Good End To A Hard Day</a></p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A proper massage, as is generally known, nearly always scores over pills, irrespective of whether they bring about other after-effects or not, in revitalizing the mind of people, and getting rid of their tiredness.  The work that we need to perform regularly certainly does bring about a feeling of weariness.  In fact, it is not uncommon to see a state-of-the art jetliner being put out of commission, on account of tiredness of the machine.  A good massaging session is always ideal for the human body, although it is understandably, not possible in the case of a jumbo or a 747.  Now, this can be achieved in two ways &ndash; either you get hold of a masseur to get yourself massaged or do the massaging yourself.  In this context, using the <a href="http://www.massagershop.com/type/personal-massager.html" target='_blank'>personal massager care</a> makes practical sense, since the service charges of masseurs are sky-high, and they cannot be found everywhere as well.  It also allows you to be in charge of various things such as selecting the place for massage, or determining the regularity of the massaging sessions.  With a good massager, you can remove lactic acid deposits from your bones, thereby getting rid of the aches and also give your muscles a nice and soothing feeling.</p>
<p>Let us examine some of the reasons as to why one should acquire and use a massager on a customary basis in home or at work stations.</p>
<p>A <a href="http://www.massagershop.com/type/personal-massager.html" target='_blank'>personal massager care</a> is of immense use, particularly to those who work out regularly.  It makes the muscles of a person become more pliant, and gets rid of any tenseness in those areas too.  With the muscles becoming more flexible, the health of the person improves.</p>
<p>You can hold the massager against your head &#8211; the continuous and low-key vibrations emitted by the device can clear away the external clots and prevent headaches, which result from strenuous brainwork for long periods at a stretch.  A mini massager is also highly effective in getting rid of neck and/or shoulder pains that can result from your having to sit in front of the computer  for many hours.</p>
<p>And lastly, a <a href="http://www.massagershop.com/type/personal-massager.html" target='_blank'>personal massager care</a> can reduce stress, which is the biggest killer of modern times.  The working capacity of a person receives a big boost as the stress levels diminish, and his/her mind becomes uncluttered once more.  It is only natural that someone who enjoys working and gives his best gets the best.  So if you invest in a massager, you are likely to feel better, remain fit, enjoy your work and enhance your productivity.</p>
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		<title>Stress Relief</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:41:26 +0000</pubDate>
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Traffic jams. Toddler tantrums. Deadlines at work. Money troubles. Too much work. Not enough sleep. No time to eat right or even to think.
Does this sound familiar? Stress is all around us. It’s an inevitable and normal part of our daily lives. But over time, its effects can be quite taxing. Stress becomes a problem [...]<p>Post from: <a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com">Healing Mind</a><br/><br/><a href="http://www.thehealingmindblog.com/stress/stress-relief/">Stress Relief</a></p>
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<p>Traffic jams. Toddler tantrums. Deadlines at work. Money troubles. Too much work. Not enough sleep. No time to eat right or even to think.</p>
<p>Does this sound familiar? Stress is all around us. It’s an inevitable and normal part of our daily lives. But over time, its effects can be quite taxing. Stress becomes a problem when you feel overwhelmed by its challenges. And though it may be difficult to define, that doesn’t mean it’s all in your head. Researchers have found that there are significant biological changes that take place in the body in times of stress. And extended periods of stress can cause destructive changes in the body such as depression and a suppressed immune system, which can lead to heart disease, cancer, and stroke. So if you are feeling stressed out, its time to get some relief. Learn about stress: how to identify it, and how to find relief.</p>
<p>Why Do We Get Stressed?</p>
<p>Stress is a normal physical reaction to an internal or external pressure that is placed on your system. People react to most stressful situations with the “fight or flight” response. The body is flooded with stress hormones, making the heart pump faster, the breathing rate increase, and the muscles tense up. This is the body’s way of gearing up for imminent physical activity. For instance, if you are in a minor car accident, your may feel a surge of energy that allows you to escape the car and help others out as well. However, sometimes the stress is emotional rather than physical and the body is not allowed to release the physical tension created by stress hormones. If you’re stuck in a traffic jam and late for a meeting, there is little that you can safely do to release the buildup of stress hormones in your body. Over time, stress can lead to back pain, headaches, raised blood pressure, indigestion, sweating, palpitations, irritability, and anxiety. It can also contribute to the development of such diseases as cold sores, ulcers, and heart disease.</p>
<p>What Causes Our Stress?</p>
<p>There are two types of stressors that may be causing you grief. External stressors such as traffic jams, a death in the family, or a financial hardship, are often out of our direct control. Internal stressors, on the other hand, develop through our own personality traits and emotions. It is our ability to handle these internal and external stressors that determines the amount of stress we feel we have. Chemical substances such as alcohol, caffeine, nicotine, sugar, additives, drugs, and environmental toxins, deplete the body of energy and are further sources of stress.</p>
<p>How Can We Prevent Stress?</p>
<p>Stress is an inevitable and normal part of life. So there is no way to prevent it completely. However, there are various stress management techniques that can reduce the effects that stress takes on your life. The most important thing you can do to prevent stress from negatively affecting you is to learn how to recognize stress and the triggers that set you off. Also, avoiding substances such as alcohol, drugs, and nicotine will help the body remain better prepared to handle stress.</p>
<p>Am I Stressed Out?</p>
<p>Ask yourself the following questions:</p>
<p>1. Are you a &#8220;control freak,&#8221; insisting that everything be done your way?</p>
<p>2. Do you have difficulty sleeping at night, because you are going over the events of the day, or worrying about what will happen tomorrow?</p>
<p>3. Do you have a hard time showing your emotions?</p>
<p>4. Do you feel overwhelmed by the number of tasks that you need to accomplish on a daily basis?</p>
<p>Being able to identify your personal physical and psychological responses to stress is critical to reducing its negative effects on your life. If you try to deny the existence of stress, or “tough it out” in hopes that it will go away, you will be more likely to intensify the effects of stress rather than relieve them.</p>
<p>The physical symptoms of stress include dry mouth and throat; tight muscles in the neck, shoulders, and back; chronic neck and back problems; headaches; indigestion; tremors; muscle tics; insomnia; and fatigue. Emotional symptoms include difficulty in concentrating, feeling tense, irritability, impulsive behavior, difficulty in making a decision, poor judgment, difficulty relating to&#8211;and mistrusting&#8211;people, negative thinking, brooding, worrying, depression, anxiety, or feelings of worthless.</p>
<p>Tobacco, alcohol, and drug use can also be signs of stress.</p>
<p>Stress Relief<br />
Now that you can recognize the triggers that are making you stressed, you will be better prepared for dealing with these situations. Try these techniques for relieving stress before it becomes a problem.</p>
<p>Get Physical: Physical exercise, whether its yoga, football, walking, or dance therapy, can help to relive the buildup of stress hormones in the body and promote a general relaxation of the nervous system.</p>
<p>It’s All In Your Mind: Use mental exercises such as meditation, guided imagery, art, and playing music, as a useful way to reduce stress and promote relaxation in your life.</p>
<p>Get Connected: Sometimes, all it takes to relieve stress in your life is to talk about the stressor with a close friend or family member. Pet therapy has also been reported to relieve stress.</p>
<p>Eat Up and Eat Well: Stress suppresses the immune system and can cause or aggravate such conditions as heart disease and ulcers. Dietary changes, such as reducing coffee and other caffeinated beverages can reduce the jitteriness, restlessness, anxiety, and insomnia that might magnify the effects of stress.</p>
<p>Also whole grains promote production of the brain neurotransmitter serotonin for a greater sense of well being.</p>
<p>For more information on Dr. Group, stress, depression and/or anxiety please visit our website at www.stress-anxiety-depression.org.</p></div>
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