Most of us don’t need an excuse to get a massage, but if you were on the fence, a new study from Emory University may be just the extra push you needed to convince yourself (or your significant other), that regular massages are a worthwhile investment in your mental and physical well-being. The study thatContinue reading “Knock Out Your Stress: Massage Therapy”
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Knock Out Your Stress: Stress and Teens
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”
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”
Knock Out Holiday Stress Tip #2 – Creativity
If you’ve been following the Knock-Out Stress Blog Series so far, you know that meditation is a great form of stress relief. Although one of the best forms of stress relief, it’s also one of the least popular options because it’s difficult for people in our fast-paced society to let their minds “be still” longContinue reading “Knock Out Holiday Stress Tip #2 – Creativity”