Believe it or not foods can be helpful to de stress you (and not even add inches to your waist). Next time the world seems to be closing in just a bit - try one of these in moderation of course!1. herbal tea - lavender or chamomile2. dark chocolate3. whole grain toast4. avocado5. fish (not fried - sorry)6. warm milk7. nuts8. citrus and … [Read more...]

Stress: It's Worse Than You Think#stress "Stress has become so endemic it is worn like a badge of courage." - ouch. Its not - don't be that person! Here's some great ways to alleviate stress. Mindfulness meditation, biofeedback, walking in nature, time spent being still in nature, sleep or naps, cleansing breaths, prayers, music to calm or … [Read more...]

Workplace Stress#stress Is work your main source of stress? Why? "Numerous studies show that job stress is far and away the major source of stress for American adults and that it has escalated progressively over the past few decades." Unclear expectations from supervisors is one of the most cited stressor in the work environment. How do you … [Read more...]

What is Fight, Flight, or Freeze?#Stress We have 3 choices when we perceive a threat - fight, flight or freeze. You fight the threat or you flight from the situation or you freeze and stay in place. What's your first reaction? How we react to stress is based on our DNA, temperament and what we experienced growing us. "The fight, flight, or … [Read more...]