Self Help for Anxiety
February 26, 2008
Anxiety is defined as, “A relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic.” Common symptoms of anxiety include: racing heartbeat, sweaty palms, dizziness, and rapid breathing.
It is estimated that over 20 million people experience stress and related symptoms associated with anxiety disorder, phobias and panic attacks in America alone. With this alarming number rising every day, it is no wonder why so many people are stressed out. This article will give you some quick pointers on how you can relieve and reduce anxiety.
Find your center. A common source of anxiety for many is feeling out of control. An easy way to remedy this is to find your center. Practicing meditation can help you regain a sense of control, as you find your center.
Reduce your caffeine and sugar intake. One of the worst things you can do is drink lots of coffee and soda. Caffeine triggers anxiety, and probably quicker than just about anything else. Because it speeds your heart rate, caffeine should be avoided at all costs, or at the very least drink only in reduced amounts. Foods containing high amounts of sugar should be reduced as well. These cause your blood sugar levels to rise rapidly, then fall just as quickly, which results in you feeling jittery and nervous.
Pinpoint your triggers. Knowing what the source of your anxiety is can help to greatly reduce that anxiety. Ask yourself questions like:
- When do I feel most anxious during the day?
- Who causes feelings of anxiety in my life?
- What thoughts do I have when I begin to feel anxious?
These are a few of the things that can help you to pinpoint your trigger points and begin to alleviate some of your anxiety. You can learn to control your anxiety, starting today.
Find Your Perfect Mate with the Law of Attraction
February 25, 2008
The law of attraction is simple. It states that whatever you focus your thoughts and attention on is what you will attract into your life. But can the law of attraction be used to find your perfect mate? Yes, I believe it can, and I have a story to share with you about how this happened for a friend of mine. I’ll call her Janie…
Janie was involved in an unhealthy relationship. It was an on again, off again kind of relationship. And it seemed to everyone (except Janie) that this relationship was not healthy for her.
Janie claimed that she loved this guy. She enjoyed spending time with his family and she truly thought that he was “the one” for her. However, as time passed by, it became clearly evident that this guy was not committed to this relationship as Janie was.
Arguments would ensue and upon the final break-up, Janie became emotionally distraught. She couldn’t eat. She couldn’t sleep. She clearly missed having this person in her life, even though he was not devoted to her.
I gave Janie a journal and told her that this was not just an ordinary journal. This was a special journal, in which she’d write about all the things she wanted in a man and in a relationship. I encouraged her to put all her feelings on paper and really get it out there—what she wanted.
Janie contacted me later to tell me about some of the things she’d written in her journal. She told me about how it had helped her overcome the loss of her relationship.
Here’s the interesting thing…now, years later, Janie is married to the man of her dreams and they are awaiting the birth of their first child. By using something as simple as journaling her greatest desires in a relationship, Janie subconsciously created a path to marriage and a family.
Decide what you want. Focus only on that. Then go for it.
Success Strategies Anyone Can Use
February 23, 2008
Are you tired of trying but failing? Are you sick of putting yourself on the line, only to flop in the face of failure once again? Here are some success strategies anyone can use to create a winning plan of action.
CLEAR COMMUNICATION
How good is your communication with others? Are you able to effectively and clearly get your message across in a positive manner? The ability to communicate in a positive manner can greatly increase the level of your success. After all, many successes are built upon positive, friendly relationships, forged by good communication.
DETERMINATION
Are you determined to win? Are you determined to be a success? Your level of determination can greatly influence the decisions and choices you make in life and business. A wise man once said that determination is the key to a winning attitude. When your mind is made up, there is no stopping you. Regardless of what obstacles may present themselves, you’ll be much more likely to keep moving forward.
DESIRE
Do you have a burning desire to become successful? Much like determination, desire is what will push you after everyone else throws up their hands and quits. In fact, desire can be called the fuel that lights the fire of determination.
SOLID PLAN
Finally, having a firm plan for your success will lead you to it quicker than anything. Without a plan, you’ll most likely fling from one thing to another, in an attempt to reach your goal of success. With a plan, you will have a very clear understanding of what must be done to reach that pinnacle of success.
