The S-word. Stress. We all have it, we all are trying to get rid of it, we all see it as bad. Truth is, stress is very functional for us humans. Stress is one of our most basic responses and is also known as the fight-or-flight response. The stress that comes from perceived threats is less functional and often harmful. Unfortunately, the latter is the kind of the stress that is found more commonly in the modern workplace. It’s the kind of stress that makes you completely exhausted at the end of your day. It’s the kind of stress that keeps you from falling asleep at night despite aforementioned exhaustion. It’s the kind of stress that causes knots and tightness in your shoulders, neck, and back. Sounding familiar?
Mindful Couples: Taking Your Relationship Off Autopilot
When relationships begin, they are so exciting and we feel so connected with the other person, mostly because the novelty keeps us in the present moment. We’re learning about someone new, which leads us to pay more mindful attention to them and the moment we’re in. This fades as the relationship becomes part of our everyday experience.
So how can you become more mindful in your relationship and feel that spark again?
7 Ways to Deal with Difficult Family Gatherings
Picnics, vacations, day trips. The summer is a time that a lot of families get together and it sounds fun at first but can quickly turn into a nightmare. You can’t change the people in your family and even if you could, whenever you get any group of people together that have known each other for so long, there is going to be friction. Here are a few tips to help you deal with those people you find most difficult.