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Monday 21 May, 2007

STRESS STATISTICS

1.The American Institute of Stress estimates that 75 percent to 90 percent of all visits to the doctor are for stress-related problems.

2.Eighty percent of the time, neck and shoulder pain are caused by postural issues, estimates Deanna Hall, a physical therapist.

SAY NO TO STRESS

There are plenty of reasons to take time out from stress. Too much of it can make your blood pressure skyrocket and over time lead to heart disease, depression and other ills.

If you're spending a chunk of your day waiting and waiting and waiting in the car-pool line or for softball practice to end (or even if you're stuck at a desk at the office), there are some simple steps you can take to prevent stress from literally going to your head, neck and other body parts.

One simple step: Change positions every 20 to 30 minutes to help relieve tension, says Deanna Hall, a physical therapist at Arlington (Texas) Memorial Hospital.

Taking long, deep, relaxing breaths can also help, says Ann McIntyre, a physical therapist at Harris Methodist Fort Worth Hospital.

What's stopping you? Put your car in park, turn on some quiet music and start with these simple exercises:

1. Stretch your arms forward, pointing your elbows straight ahead. Put your hands on the opposite shoulder as if you're giving yourself a big hug. Practice this exercise for three to five seconds to help stretch the upper back.

2. Slow your breathing by inhaling and exhaling to the count of three.

3. Bend your head to the right shoulder and hold it for a few seconds before gently moving it to the left shoulder. Remember to breathe slowly and aim for five to 10 head rolls.

4. Roll your shoulders, forward and back. Alternate from one shoulder to the next or try any combination that you find relaxing. Squeeze shoulder blades together.
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STRESS GURUMANTRA:MANAGEMENT-STRESS-TIPS.BLOGSPOT.COM

Follow the following Gurumantra learnt by me during my life to manage stress:

"Stress lene ka nahin balke stress dene ka"(donot take stress and give the stress to others).

BEST STRESS BUSTER:ANALYSIS BY MANAGEMENT-STRESS-TIPS.BLOGSPOT.COM

1.During my complete life the best stress buster is the time when you come home from office and children welcome you with open hands.

2.So get married and have wonderful kids who will relieve you of all tension by their single beautiful smile.