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Moving through Menopause
Life is full of changes. And menopause is just one of these normal transitions. You may be in for a bumpy ride, challenged by physical and emotional symptoms. But this is a natural part of every woman’s life. Menopause is not an illness, and there are ways that you can manage: Hot flashes – dress in layers, sleep in a cool room, and avoid alcohol & spicy foods. Sleep disturbances– physical exercise, create a bedtime routine, relaxation and deep breathing. Memory issues– simplify your environment, make lists, concentrate on one … Continue reading
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Tagged attitude, changes, hot flashes, memory loss, menopause, mood swings, sleep disturbances, transitions, women
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Can Workplace Stress Ever Be Good?
Just as you were getting comfortable with your lunchtime “ohms” to reduce daily job stress comes word from business school researchers that stress can actually be good for you. Not the kind that raises blood pressure, attacks the immune system, and causes you to lose sleep, but the kind that motivates you to achieve goals, especially those at work. Changing your attitudes and expectations about stress can modify your responses to new stressful events. Learning how to redefine stress as a challenge ahead of time can limit the increases in … Continue reading
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Tagged adrenaline, attitude, career, challenge, control, crisis, expectations, fear, goals, growth, immune system, objectives, self confidence, stress, support, work
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overcoming your fears
Halloween, with its manufactured frights, is over but the devastating effects of Hurricane Sandy – nicknamed Frankenstorm – are ongoing throughout the East coast. The power of the storm has created widespread destruction and raised real fears about coping with the aftermath – rebuilding the country and the lives of the affected. Our collective thoughts, prayers and good wishes go out to the victims of the storm as they attempt to deal with their situation. On Monday, we had three tips for helping when you’re anxious and frightened by events … Continue reading
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Tagged anxiety, attitude, coping, family, fears, Frankenstorm, frighten, guilt, Halloween, Hurricane Sandy, resiliency, scary, stress, support
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Optimistic Women have Lower Risk of Heart Disease
Need a reason to look on the bright side? In a recent study of women 50 years and older, the participants were asked to answer a standard questionnaire that measured optimistic tendencies based on responses to statements like “In uncertain times, I expect the worst.” Those scoring highest in optimism on this scale were more likely to be alive eight years later, while those with the lowest, most pessimistic scores were more likely to have died from any cause, including heart disease. Apparently pessimism may be as bad as having … Continue reading
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Tagged attitude, cardiovascular health, cope with stress, exercise, heart disease, optimism, support network
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