About Stress Management: Non-Boring Stress Relief

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Stress Management Stress Management Stress Causes Stress Effects How To Manage Stress From Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your Guide to Stress Management "I've tried yoga, but I find stress less boring." -Anonymous This quote makes me smile, even though I know yoga to be a great stress relief tool, and recommend it all the time. The quote, however, points out the important reality that not all stress relief techniques work for all people. If you find yourself falling asleep during meditation and anxiously watching the clock during yoga, this newsletter is for you. Read on, have some fun, and enjoy the rest of your week! And join us on Facebook for more fun quotes, great articles, and the opportunity to connect with others on stress management. --Elizabeth Non-Boring Stress Relief I have heard from several readers and clients that meditation is more stressful than stress relieving because it's experienced by many as boring, or difficult to master. That's why stress management is not a one-size-fits-all kind of thing. While there are many wonderful benefits to stress relief techniques like yoga, meditation, and similarly calm practices, some people find that they create more stress by being boring or inaccessible. If you can relate, read more about this, and find resources for relieving stress. Stress Tips For "Type A" Types I'm not saying that if you find yoga and meditation to be boring, then you are automatically "Type A." However, if these stress relief techniques generally appeal to people who want to make their time count, they will likely appeal to you, too. "Type A" or not, these stress relief techniques can help you relax without putting you to sleep! Search Related Topics:  type a personality  stress tips  low stress lifestyle Quiz: Are You An Adrenaline Junkie? Are you drawn to drama? Might you (consciously or unconsciously) create a little extra stress in your life just for the excitement of it all? This test can help you determine if you are a secret adrenaline junkie, and if you are, will provide you with tips and resources for keeping your stress levels lower while maintaining an exciting life. Ready? Go!!! Search Related Topics:  coping with stress  too much stress  personality tests What Type of Personality Do You Have? Knowing how different personality traits can impact stress levels, many people wonder, "What type of personality do I have?" and how these traits may be affecting stress levels. The following stress quizzes and assessments can help you to better understand yourself and your relationship with stress, and find resources for effective stress management. Search Related Topics:  stress tests  type a  perfectionism Related Searches Stress Stress and Anxiety Coping with Stress Relief from Stress Stress at Work Featured Articles   More from About.com 10 Easy Ways to Look Thinner Don't wait until you've lost those first pounds to make these simple, slimming changes. Read more...> Create a Shared Photo Stream Sharing your photo stream with friends and family is a great way to keep in touch. Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Elizabeth Scott, M.S. Stress Management Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Stress Management newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com   Ongoing Stress Relief Resources Facebook Page: About Stress Follow @About_Stress On Twitter What Type Of Personality Do You Have?   Follow me on: Advertisement