Routine procedures and actions assist us to simplify many aspects of life and allow us to perform things on autopilot. Doing the same thing repeatedly can make it mundane and ordinary. It’s ironic in a way that too much routine can be stressful.  The stress is generated by boredom. May I encourage you to break [...]

I’ve never been bankrupt but I have experienced financial stress. It occurs when expenditure exceeds income. The pressure of unpaid bills can be quite depressing and it requires considerable stamina of mind to rise above it. Facing the facts is the first step that needs to be taken to deal with debt. It is often [...]

This is not a difficult or complicated exercise.  Although it is simple it can make a difference. Shut your eyes and slowly count from 101 to 110. This momentary blocking of external distractions produces changes in brain wave patterns which can be quite beneficial. If you find the counting a bit mundane then substitute an [...]

It is not surprising that physical symptoms of stress are more readily identified than mental, emotional, social or spiritual. The frenetic pace of life, rushed meals, acute time consciousness,  lack of exercise are just a few of the factors that contribute to  physical stress. If these symptoms persist for a long period of time then [...]

A considerable body of evidence strongly suggests that anger and hostility might well be greater risk factors for heart disease than high blood pressure, smoking and cholesterol. Chronic anger directed against others or  turned in on yourself can release stress chemicals in a cascading fashion so that each episode builds on the previous one. As [...]