Tag: Stress
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5-Second Stress Fix: A Mindful Breathing Trick
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed out? It happens to the best of us. Instead of letting those feelings take over, host Patricia Wu challenges you to try today’s ‘Mindful Motivator Challenge’.It’s simple, yet surprisingly powerful, and can make a big difference in how you manage stressful moments. The Power of the Pause When stress hits, we often…
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The Physical Toll of Money Stress
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, host Patricia Wu and guest president of Point.Shift, Lauren Jeffery, discuss the link between money worries and problems like heart disease, depression, and more. Stress is Stress Whether you’re wealthy or struggling to make ends meet, money worries trigger the same harmful stress responses in your body. Money and Bad…
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The Healing Power of Gardening: Insights from Audrey Hepburn
Audrey Hepburn, known for her timeless elegance and humanitarian work, also recognized the profound benefits of gardening. Her quote, “Gardening is the greatest tonic and therapy a human being can have…” underscores the transformative power of connecting with nature. Stress Relief and Mental Clarity Working in the soil, tending to plants, and witnessing growth offers…
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Level Up Your Stress Relief: Game On!
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss why video games can provide mental detachment from work pressures. Mental Detachment Matters Shifting your focus to something fun and engaging can reduce stress and improve concentration afterwards. Moderation is Key Ryan suggests a 30-45 minute gaming window to…
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Meg Lanning’s Breaking Point As An Elite Athlete
On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss about champion cricketer Meg Lanning’s story and the mental health challenges elite athletes face. Pressure & Performance Elite athletes often face extreme pressure to constantly push their physical and mental limits. The Importance of Balance Prioritizing mental well-being, nutrition,…
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Beware of Energy Vampires…Their Stress Is Contagious
On ‘What’s Trending’, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss the concept of “emotional contagion.” It’s Not Just You Stress and anxiety can spread from person to person, even without direct interaction. This is called “emotional contagion.” The people you spend time with have a big impact on your emotional well-being.…
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Your Pet is Your Therapist (And You Didn’t Even Know It)
Pets aren’t just our furry family members – they’re powerful allies for our mental health! On ‘Mental Breakthroughs’ host Patricia Wu and guest Dr. Jude Black discuss how pets aren’t just our furry family members – they’re powerful allies for our mental health. Stress Busters Pets lower our levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, helping…
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My New Job is Stressful – How Do I Stop Eating Junk?
On ‘Life Quakes’, a viewer writes in about their new promotion that’s causing stress-eating chaos. Hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest nutritionist Michelle Routhenstein breaks down why this happens and gives practical ways to get your eating back on track – no matter how crazy work gets. Stress: The Junk Food Craving Culprit Stress…
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Relax, Breathe, and Embrace Change: Today’s Motivation
Hosts Patricia Wu and Jessica Reyes are inspired by the quote from author Ray Bradbury: “Life should be touched, not strangled. You’ve got to relax, let it happen at times, and at others move forward with it.” Life is about balance Find moments to relax and times to push yourself forward. Stress signals Tension in…
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Find Your Inner Calm And Connect With Yourself: Strategies to Manage Stress
On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Joann ‘JoJo’ Venant, discuss the power of optimism, social connections, and mind-body awareness in managing stress. Change your perspective Reframing negative thoughts can reduce the impacts of stress. Seek support Love and strong social connections create resilience during difficult times. Listen to your body…