Are you or do you know a teen who is exhibiting signs of stress? If so, you’re not alone. According to an article in USA Today about a recent study performed by the American Psychological Association on teenage stress, 27% of US teens experienced an extreme stress level this past year1. Another 55% indicated theyContinue reading “Knock Out Your Stress: Stress and Teens”
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Knock Out Your Stress Valentine’s Day Edition
Valentine’s Day has vastly different connotations depending on where you are in your life. Maybe you aren’t in a relationship currently and are wondering when you’re going to meet that “special someone.” Or perhaps you are in a new relationship and still in the “honeymoon” stage. Or maybe you’ve been married to your partner 50Continue reading “Knock Out Your Stress Valentine’s Day Edition”
Knock Out Your Stress Tip – Smell the Lavender
Would you ever imagine that the key to reducing your stress level could be right in front of your nose? Although often unnoticed, the nose is a powerful part of our body. Have you ever tried imagining a life without smells? Think of the dimension smell adds to your life. Whether it’s your grandmother’s cookiesContinue reading “Knock Out Your Stress Tip – Smell the Lavender”
Knock Out Stress Tip – Read a Book!
Happy New Year! Now that the holidays are over and resolutions have been made(and in most cases, broken) stress levels are beginning to ramp up for many of us. There’s no better time than now to take your mental health seriously. Let 2014 be your year of self-care! Having trouble getting started? Guess what? YouContinue reading “Knock Out Stress Tip – Read a Book!”
Knock Out Holiday Stress Tip #4 – Anti-Resolution Stress
The holidays are over and the decorations are put away for many of us as the new year is here. The end of the year is always a time of reflection, both on the past year and the year to come. It is also an opportunity to start fresh, which can carry both promise andContinue reading “Knock Out Holiday Stress Tip #4 – Anti-Resolution Stress”