Research has proved that, "happiness is like a cholesterol level- genetically influenced but also influenced by the things we do." Study shows that financial status, external circumstances and life events account for no more than 15 percent of our happiness quotient, thus the true way to happiness lies within us. In other words, we can develop a sunnier disposition by changing our attitude and introducing certain activities or changes into out lives. Consequently, the seven...

The physical symptoms of anxiety attacks can be devastating.  The shortness of breath. The feeling of terror and panic.  The high blood pressure, chest pains, and headaches.  And nothing you are doing is preventing these attacks.  You react to stress with panic and anxiety.  This is not good, is it? 

Having a strict self examination or self assessment tool to see how effectively you are dealing with stress can be the best way to manage stress and...

We all know that driving can be very stressful especially when we live in larger cities or have other circumstances that make commuting from one place to another nothing more than a hassle. For many people it's getting stuck in traffic jams and having very little time left before they have to be to work that really have their blood boiling. Morning rush hour can really be a tough thing to deal with. Another thing that can really get to some people is road construction when they have to...

In these days of ultra modern materialistic jet set era, where ambitions are sky high, dreams are unlimited and needs are countless but achievements are so few and far between. Is it any wonder then that almost every human being can suffer from some form of stress at some point in their life? Irrespective of the type of stress to begin with, the dangers are that it can eventually lead to the more serious and dangerous type, which is emotional stress.

As we are all well aware,...

Raise your hand if you'd like more money in your life …

Would you?

Have you noticed how your expenses expand to consume any extra money you earn?

I'm glad I'm not the only one it happens to.
Financial stress is a major problem for many people. The excess of month left at the end of the money is an issue for far too many people. This lack of money induces stress which can have a knock on effect in other areas of your life.

Think about it. If you are...

Hypnosis is one of the therapeutic techniques used in order to put people in a state where they are more focused and open to different ideas and suggestions. This is commonly used to alter the state of consciousness to retrace specific inhibitions, access creativity, and heighten suggestibility.

Here are some scenarios when a person can use hypnosis:

1. Attain self-acceptance to become happier and contented with one self. This is beneficial in order to validate, appreciate,...

4. Tai Chi for Stress-related Symptoms

Control of Hypertension

In Wang et al.'s recent review (4) of Tai Chi, four studies (two with randomized control) were discussed in terms of its effects on hypertension, and all of them reported that it significantly decreased blood pressure among hypertensive patients.

The results in (11) suggest that light activity and moderate intensity aerobic exercise have similar effects on BP in previously sedentary...

What Causes Post Traumatic Syndrome On

We all feel that the world is stable and secure, that sudden change and loss will not happen, at least not to those or us we know. When the world as we know it suddenly changes and the impossible happens, not only can we experience shock and trauma, but our normal anchors can disappear. Confusion arises, numbness and sometimes a sense of helplessness.

We may fear for our continuing safety and the safety of those we love,...

If you're a parent you're no stranger to a distressed or angry child and the amount of intense emotions and/or loud negative energy that accompanies this. Have you ever felt rather helpless and perhaps a bit frustrated? Have you ever been sucked into the negative energy of it all and found yourself adding to the intensity from your own reaction to it?

Even more so if your child has been bullied or treated poorly by a friend, classmate or teacher and they come home hurt and...

Severe anxiety has the power to produce a number of negative mental and physical symptoms that can range from moderate to extreme.  If you've ever experienced shortness of breath, heart palpatations, trembling, dizziness, nausea, or all of the above you may be suffering from severe anxiety.  The same would apply if you've ever felt like you were going to die or felt as though you were losing control of your life.

If left untreated, anxiety and panic can escalate and...