How to Overcome Stress in Your Life - Alpha Brain Waves

By Veronica Carrillo

I have a confession to make. I cut down a tree. I'm 100% sure it was illegal, but then again I'm not sure that it wasn't. You know what though... it was worth it! It's Christmas time and I've been flat out for the last 2 month working on getting a new website and advertising campaign together. Everything finally fell into place 1 week before Christmas. So I clicked "play" on my campaign and then devoted the next week to spending more time with Ellie, my wife, and getting into the Christmas spirit.

While studies have also found that women are more capable than men in terms of juggling and coordinating what needs to be done first and what comes next it does not mean that they are impervious to stress as well. In fact more and more women are starting to experience burnout because of juggling too much.

Eat a diet rich in whole foods, fruits and vegetables. These plant sources of nutrition provide ideal natural fuel for healthy vital bodies. Whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds nourish us with calories, protein, essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which are vital for optimum health. Allow yourself adequate deep sleep -- at least 7 hours per night. Restful sleep is essential for maintaining health. It allows our bodies to repair and rejuvenate after a long active day. After a good night sleep, most people find the next day flows with greater ease, less stress and more happiness.

Exercise regularly. Move and be physically active every day. Movement is essential to our health and well being. Regular exercise strengthens the efficiency of our immune systems. It gives us energy. It helps reduce excess stress hormones. It builds strength and the ability to respond to challenging situations more easily. Balance work and play. Even for adults, play is important. Allowing time for play helps us recharge emotionally after we have worked hard. Play renews our spirits and enables us to meet the challenges of life more creatively so they feel less stressful.

Practice prayer and meditation daily. This is essential to help us adapt to the challenges and situations we face. Prayer and meditation bring acceptance of what we can not change. They also bring insights into what we can change so that life flows with greater joy and peace. Be consistently kind to yourself and others. Be kind with your thoughts as well as your actions. Kindness nourishes, soothes and heals our emotions. It reduces stressful feelings of isolation. Kindness connects us with the more beautiful aspects of life. It makes life worth living.

Just for the record I am not advocating doing everything yourself. If you do that with your business you'll never have time for your family. Too many people pay others to do the fun stuff for them while they get stuck with the boring things. Give the boring stuff to someone else. * Hire an accountant to look after your accounts. * Hire a cleaner to clean your house. * Hire an assistant to do your paper work and filing. Then instead of paying someone else, leave the fun stuff for yourself. * Go cut down a Christmas tree with your family. * Take the dogs for a walk yourself. * Spend an extra day each week with your kids. You may feel like it is costing you more to do it this way in the beginning. BUT, I guarantee you it'll work out better for you in the long run. You will be happier, more energetic and love what you're doing. And when you are resting and spending time with your loved ones your creative mind will be growing and you will come up with new and exciting ways to expand your business. You won't feel trapped by your business. You'll feel free. You won't resent the interruptions from your loved ones. You'll Love them. You won't be stressed and constantly tired. You'll be Joyful and at peace.

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