Stress is a natural, physical response to our perceptions of a stimulus. It has an evolutionary purpose: our need to protect ourselves and the innate ‘flight or fight’ aspect of our nervous system. When we were battling for survival, stress is what released the adrenaline that let us fight. So although most of us don’t have to battle our way into the office each morning, the response to stimuli and the stress that results still exist….
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How does anxiety develop and how do we re-enforce it?
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The causes of anxiety are often complex and difficult to determine. It does seem that some of us have a genetic predisposition to it but it’s also very much about our upbringing – if your mother was nervous, you may have ‘learned’ to be nervous, so it can appear to almost run in families. But your innate personality and temperament will play a large part too, modifying how you respond to your family environment and other external factors….
Managing Stress: Coping With an Illusion of Urgency and a Reality of Stress
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Are you experiencing problems with that?…
Post Trauma Stress (PTS): Recognizing Signs and Symptoms
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You never know, you might use this information one day to help other people. …
Effects of Stress: How Do People React When Stressed Out?
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How long can a stressful situation go? How much damage can it cause you and your work? And worst, how much harm can it cause your organization? …
Stress Symptoms: The Mechanics and Causes
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Know the mechanics of stress and its causes by reading this article. …
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
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Mindfulness is the ticket for feeling happy, being compassionate, your general wellbeing & for more!…
Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS): Immediate Reactions
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Have you ever experienced something you never imagined would happen? …