Everyone knows that massages make you feel relaxed, but the proven medical benefits go way beyond just a pleasant feeling. Massage can help with many specific medical conditions and also improve overall mental and physical health. The Mayo Clinic reports. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Don’t let stress get to you … use these techniques to cope
Stress is a part of being human, and it’s not all bad. Stress motivates us and helps us get things done. But too much stress over too much time can be harmful to our body, mind, and spirit. Web MD offers tips to beat stress. (Photo: Bottled Void, Creative Commons)
Circadian rhythms and stress
Scientists have long known about the connection between circadian rhythms and performance, but recent research finds that saving stressful meetings, appointments, and encounters for afternoon or early evening may be healthier for you. Learn more about how to harness your body’s natural rhythms to reduce your metabolic stress load and be a healthier, rested, and […]
Strategies for Stress Management
Next to maybe Christmas (maybe) Lent/Holy Week/Easter is the time that gives church leaders the most anxiwety. So this informative booklet guide on stress and stress management may come in handy! It covers the basics and gives you “52 Proven Stress Relievers.” From the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Make copies for everybody in church! […]