I Hate Gardening! Jack Eason

Most gardens, no matter where they are located are to the majority, pleasing to the eye. All those carefully tended entirely unnatural flower beds, meticulously pruned roses, geometrically trimmed hedges; quite frankly do little for me.

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Stunned Warrior Mom

Shock, a reaction oftentimes associated with trauma or injury, is defined as: “a jolt to the mind or emotions.” To be stunned is distinct. It takes over the body and mind beyond the initial shock. The definition is: “rendered incapable of action.” Astounded, dazed, and overwhelmed are worthy synonyms. For me, “frozen” seems to best [...]

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Afraid Of Fear Gabriel Constans

Even though anxiety, fear and apprehension are a reality most Americans live with, in varying degrees, we do not have to let these feelings control, manipulate or ruin our lives. Pain and loss or the thought of future pain and loss, can at times feel like an unbearable burden. Waiting for the next shoe to [...]

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Destructive Emotions S.N. Bynoe

Emotions are a wild untamed entity that erupts from the bowels of our souls. They can be feelings that can nurture and love. Alternatively, emotions can also be wild and destructive. I battle with my emotions as most do each day, coming to a realization that it changes. According to my perspective, I believe that [...]

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8 Tips for Stress Management mysterygal

Do you feel overwhelmed by too many tasks on your To Do List and too many worries? Here are some techniques to lower the stress. 1. Write each task you have set for yourself on a separate piece of paper. Also include Time Out. Crunch them up and scatter them on the floor. Pick one [...]

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Practical Tips to Beat Stress Saloni Sawnani

What is stress? Stress is a response to real and imagined events that alters the normal functioning of the body. Stress arises when a situation is perceived as stressful. Stress is often associated with situations that you find difficult to handle. How you view things also affects your stress level. If you have very high [...]

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The Other Side of Anger Saloni Sawnani

What’s anger? Anger is an automatic emotional response to a real or perceived threat. It generates energy as well as motivation to eliminate that threat. The greater the threat, the higher the level of arousal and greater motivation to eliminate it. So the 3 key aspects of anger include: Threat Energy Motivation This shows that [...]

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Stressed and Angry? Judy Kelly

Stress and anger often are interrelated. When a you become very stressed as a result of your job, your kids, your finances, or your whatever, do you also find yourself becoming angry with not only those around you but also with things? First understanding a little bit about stress will help you control both your [...]

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