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  • SynchronicityHouse Apr 16, 2012 @ 6:45 pm | delete
    Great Lens, thanks for sharing these simple but amazingly effective tips! I'm going to add this to my Stress Buster Recipe as it fits in so well (hope that's OK?). Knitting and cross stitching a complicated pattern is a great stress buster for me.
  • SoundsOfBliss Feb 2, 2012 @ 3:01 am | delete
    Thanks! I really like the way you use the green boxes to highlight the tips. And tip #4 is a great one. I'm always looking for new back busters!
  • entertainmenteveryday Feb 1, 2012 @ 2:55 pm | delete
    I try different ones for different occasions. I'll be adding a few to my list after reading this lens. Great job!
  • jercow75 Jan 31, 2012 @ 1:34 pm | delete
    Thank you for putting this lens together. Will definitely try some of your stress relievers, though my staff may look at me funny if I lie on the floor with my feet up on my desk chair.
  • ikoniatis Jan 28, 2012 @ 2:41 pm | delete
    Nice lens! Thanks for sharing!
  • sheezie77 Jan 27, 2012 @ 9:32 am | delete
    Very nice lens! thank you for sharing!
  • chrystalspace4scrappin Jan 26, 2012 @ 5:04 pm | delete
    Interesting lens. I think I've tried all the things you mention---and you are absolutely right. They all work well. For me, looking at those picturesque landscapes really does it for me, especially if I can imagine myself there. I love going to the beach---it's always calming, just to sit there quietly. One more thing I also do is I go into my craft room, sit down in my chair, and look at all the "pretty things" I've made around me.
  • PaulaSquidoo Jan 26, 2012 @ 1:32 pm | delete
    Great Lens. I have practiced many of these techniques and have benefited tremendously from them. Thank you for sharing what you know with us.
  • megabu717 Jan 26, 2012 @ 9:37 am | delete
    Very useful, great information. I will implement straight away. Thank you for this lens.
  • Tipi Jan 25, 2012 @ 10:06 pm | delete
    The emergency is over, I've never heard that before and it makes perfect sense. You set the mood here so perfectly that when I was still in the introduction I found my self drawing in a deep breath....blessed and congratulations on front page honors!
  • hirephp Jan 25, 2012 @ 11:50 am | delete
    nice idea good lens
  • miaponzo Jan 25, 2012 @ 1:12 am | delete
    Great stress reducing ideas! Thanks! Blessed!
  • fullofshoes Jan 24, 2012 @ 1:37 pm | delete
    This is an amazing lens. I don't have a single thing I could do to relieve stress to beat any of these and I plan on practicing a few of these stress relievers. Thank you.
  • Fizza555 Jan 24, 2012 @ 12:36 am | delete
    Wow, very important lens indeed. I would try all of these tips, according to the situation as my life, like others nowadays, is so stressing. Thanks a lot.
  • curious0927 Jan 23, 2012 @ 11:57 pm | delete
    Beautiful and full of "great information". Thank you. Liked, Blessed and Bookmarked,,as I need this fro myself!!
  • rottenpixies Jan 23, 2012 @ 10:01 pm | delete
    What a great lens! I know everyone can use some stress reduction in their lives. I know personally, there is nothing better than a deep massage after a stressful day. If anyone has time to check out my lens and give a thumbs up I always return the love! My Making Money Blogging Lens
  • ViJuvenate Jan 23, 2012 @ 6:08 pm | delete
    Great tips; natural and full of common sense.
  • ZodiacImmortal Jan 23, 2012 @ 4:51 pm | delete
    Including this lens on one of the Featured sectios on my Beauty Balm...
  • jimmyworldstar Jan 23, 2012 @ 10:56 am | delete
    I think laughing and walking help gets your mind off whatever is stressing you out. I don't see how those other positions help at all though.
  • Mahogany Jan 23, 2012 @ 9:49 am | delete
    This lens is sooooo useful! Thanks for creating it :)
  • mogulmedia Jan 23, 2012 @ 6:28 am | delete
    I agree laughing is a great stress-reliever but also often difficult to do if you're really stressed!
  • Kate May 4, 2011 @ 12:30 am | delete
    Great lens, The positions what you have shown in this lens is really works miraculously. I do this everyday and I feel rejuvenating and stress free.
    Stress reduction
  • GrowWear Dec 24, 2010 @ 4:53 am | delete
    Dropping back by this wonderful Purple Star lens to wish you happy holidays and a new year filled with abundance and love.
  • PeterStillman Nov 24, 2010 @ 6:42 am | delete
    Hi Patt, I just published an article on Stress Management. If someone is affected by stress, it helps to understand the cause and symptoms in order to find ways how to deal with it assertively.

    I really enjoyed your lens and the laughter videos a just hilarious. You did a very good job.

    Have a great day

    Peter
  • ThruMyEyes Nov 22, 2010 @ 11:11 am | delete
    Awesome lens! You put this together nicely.

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  • ZablonMukuba Oct 26, 2010 @ 11:04 pm | delete
    this lens has helped me a lot
  • aesta1 May 7, 2010 @ 6:41 am | delete
    Your lens is very helpful. I believe in laughter and walking but i like the pictures of some things I can do with pillows. Thanks.
  • BPninja Apr 7, 2010 @ 9:20 pm | delete
    What a terrific lens. I'm gonna try some of these exercises and I've rolled this lens to my lens "LONGTERM BLOOD PRESSURE REDUCTION: The Impact of Stress on Hypertension"
    5*
  • aesta1 Mar 29, 2010 @ 8:10 pm | delete
    Creative benefits of stress. I like this. Will look this up. Thanks.
  • LeanneChesser Jan 21, 2010 @ 7:29 am | delete
    Excellent information about stress reduction! Blessed by an angel.
  • WhiteOak50 Jan 14, 2010 @ 6:27 am | delete
    Very good lens!! "Blessed by a SquidAngel"
  • davidstillwagon Aug 14, 2009 @ 1:19 pm | delete
    great and help lens 5*
  • qlcoach Jun 18, 2009 @ 9:52 am | delete
    Really enjoyed this lens. I believe we need to strive to maintain that balance between mind, body, and spirit. You did a beautiful job here. Hope you will visit my new lens about emotional healing. Gary Eby, author and therapist.
  • susannaduffy Jun 11, 2009 @ 12:04 am | delete
    An excellent lens, blessed by a Squid Angel (/my-angel-blessings). I look forward to more of this standard from you
  • KarateKatGraphics May 10, 2009 @ 10:22 pm | delete
    Exercise! And deep breathing...made a little lens about that, squidoo.com/justbreathe

    Nice work, 5***** :)
  • stressbuster Apr 26, 2009 @ 4:40 am | delete
    Very good lens and plenty of tips to beat stress
  • alaire7 Mar 21, 2009 @ 10:41 am | delete
    i have to this to reduce stress.. thanks for the info. very helpful..
  • MEJC Mar 16, 2009 @ 1:08 pm | delete
    A very detailed and comprehensive lens, with a lot of useful information. It's great to read that you are a Yoga teacher, as I am really into Yoga and Meditation.
  • Mar 11, 2009 @ 6:55 pm | delete
    this is a great lens, and one that is definitely useful to everyone, great ways to reduce stress. great job, keep up the good work!
  • Snozzle Feb 27, 2009 @ 10:49 am | delete
    Walking, laughing and breathing properly: they seem to work for me but I guess it's best not to get stressed in the first place. Prevention is always better than a cure.
    Enjoyable 5* relaxing lens,
    Mike.
  • drifter0658 Jan 31, 2009 @ 8:18 am | delete
    I have to agree with aj...writing, and the research for my writing is one of the best stress busters I employ. My favorite though (when in season) is the mind eraser of motorcycling the back roads that lead to nowhere in particular. BTW: Peanut is one funny puppet ;)
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Jan 29, 2009 @ 3:24 pm | delete
    Welcome to The Totally Awesome Lenses Group
    Lizzy
  • mariatjader Jan 29, 2009 @ 2:08 pm | delete
    I find this an important lens! Thank you,

    Maria
  • K_Linda Jan 29, 2009 @ 11:27 am | delete
    Excellent lens! I use all of the above plus meditation. Also, I am lucky to live near a beautiful beach and just being there reduces my stress. Anywhere in nature is a stress reducer. 5*'s.
  • aj2008 Jan 27, 2009 @ 3:09 am | delete
    I should also have said "nice lens" and thank you for following imp_natural on Twitter
  • aj2008 Jan 27, 2009 @ 3:07 am | delete
    I find one of the best stress busters for me is to shut myself in my little home-office and write - particularly if it is a new lens!
  • CoolM Jan 26, 2009 @ 8:44 am | delete
    I knew about the laughter and walking, but had no idea about the other techniques. Í'll start applying them from now on. Thanks for the advice !!!
  • Zut_Moon Jan 25, 2009 @ 9:17 pm | delete
    May I also suggest playing nature CD's while one is trying to sleep as well as when trying to de-stress. The sounds of rain, the wind, thunder, a hooting owl , the cry of a lonesome wolf - they all really help me so I assume it works for others as well. Not enuff people bother to try a solution to their woes - nature sounds are there but ignored by many.
  • seegreen Jan 25, 2009 @ 9:43 am | delete
    Wonderful information.
  • nightcats Jan 23, 2009 @ 12:35 pm | delete
    Congratulations on creating such an excellent lens. Five stars for sure! I personally use Emotional Freedom Technique to combat stress, as well as for a number of other things.
  • Jan 22, 2009 @ 10:36 am | delete
    What a terrific lens! I pretty much cover 4 of your 5 Stress Reduction tips by cycling... I don't "put my feet up", though unless I fall off! Thanks for all the timely (and life saving) information.
  • _Allan_ Jan 21, 2009 @ 2:23 am | delete
    Very mindful and insightful lens,
    Please accept this invitation to join our mindfulness group.Mindfulness
    Best,
    Allan
  • jp1978 Jan 14, 2009 @ 12:31 pm | delete
    Laughter is my favorite. I try to spread it around too.
  • AshleyBretting-M.S. Jan 14, 2009 @ 9:26 am | delete
    Deep breathing coupled with guided imagery and /or soft music. :)
    Clients tend to really enjoy it. Like the pics, too.
    Stop by and say hello when you have the time, would love to see you there
    http://www.squidoo.com/psychotherapist
  • Tobbie Jan 13, 2009 @ 4:33 am | delete
    Great information on stress and well presented.... 5 Stars
  • a_willow Jan 12, 2009 @ 3:58 pm | delete
    You are one of November graduates! Come by and answer few questions to show the way to those who will follow! Wish you many, many more great lenses!
  • BarryKrost Jan 7, 2009 @ 12:29 pm | delete
    Terrific info on this lens!
  • fotolady49 Dec 30, 2008 @ 11:43 am | delete
    I'm so happy I've stumbled upon this lens. I meditate (but not enough) I've not been disciplined to do it on a regular basis, even though I know it is good for me. I've also practiced Yoga, Tai Chi and GiGong. They are all very helpful, but you have to do them to reap the benefits. Discipline again. This lens will remind me how important it is to destress on a regular basis. 5***** Thanks!
  • sukkran Dec 26, 2008 @ 8:29 pm | delete
    great useful lens
  • csoneji Dec 22, 2008 @ 2:13 pm | delete
    Thanks for the article. Forward bends are yin and therefore relaxing :).

    Carrie Soneji
    BodyMorphosis: A Mind and Body Curriculum.
  • poutine Dec 18, 2008 @ 3:16 pm | delete
    I love all your great ideas to overcome stress.

    My favorites are walking and putting my feet up.
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Dec 15, 2008 @ 6:32 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens.
    5 * and lensroll to Using Music to Lower Stress
    Lizzy
  • K_Linda Dec 15, 2008 @ 7:44 am | delete
    Wonderful and very important lens! Stress is such a killer. And, thanks for the wonderful laughs. Laughter is the best medicine! 5*'s and a fav.
  • GreenRevolution Dec 12, 2008 @ 5:49 pm | delete
    Great lens! Very informative and well-designed. I love all the wonderful tips and ideas you share on helping us to reduce stress. I'll definitely have to try some of these techniques. Thanks for sharing. Cheers!
    5 *****
  • KesiaLynn Dec 8, 2008 @ 10:25 am | delete
    What an excellent Lens, filled with the wisdom of stress relief you have found. Thank you so much for sharing - I intend to try a few of these hints to removing stress from my days. :)
  • HelpMarcProject Dec 3, 2008 @ 8:14 pm | delete
    I was so happy to see that you included a section on laughter in stress reduction. I don't think we take time to find humor in life enough. I might also suggest a great partner lens Banana's and Anxiety to help those needing a great stress relief.
  • AbbasAbedi Dec 2, 2008 @ 9:19 pm | delete
    Excellent lens. 5*

    Abbas
    Meditation Tips and Techniques
  • Arananthi Nov 30, 2008 @ 10:31 pm | delete
    great stuff! Stress has so many negative side effects that people never realize...
  • Nov 30, 2008 @ 6:09 pm | delete
    Lots of excellent information.
    Great lens
    Bj
  • adventuresinautism Nov 29, 2008 @ 2:09 pm | delete
    Excellent Excellent 5 Star Lens! I want find out how I can showcase your lens on my Lens regarding Autism Awareness. It can be extremely stressful raising Children on the Autism spectrum, especially if you don't have the resource of family and friends to help out with respite from time to time. I think many of the techniques you have presented here could be a great resource for stressed out spectrum Moms and Dads. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise!
  • SaraMu Nov 29, 2008 @ 9:40 am | delete
    I love that you added a piece about laughter and stress addiction. This is great advice and a nice reminder of leading a happy life.
  • DrRichard Nov 26, 2008 @ 11:27 am | delete
    Hey Pat - great music!
  • janie70 Nov 25, 2008 @ 11:31 pm | delete
    Really nice lens. Thanks for all the great information.
  • marciag Nov 25, 2008 @ 1:59 pm | delete
    Loved this lense, very informative all around. I've suffered from anxiety panic attacks for a few years and I believe some of these tips are helpful in those situations as well. Specially the tip about laughter...it's so universally true.
  • totosmom Nov 25, 2008 @ 1:50 pm | delete
    This is a beautiful lens - I particularly liked the excercises. I'm a Polarity Therapist and your positions are similar to Polarity Yoga. Everyone can use the help you provide on this lens.
  • jpetals Nov 24, 2008 @ 11:04 am | delete
    Who in today's world does not need some sort of stress reduction? I'm sure this is a very popular lens! Great job.
  • Squidster Nov 19, 2008 @ 11:38 pm | delete
    This is an outstanding lens, both in content and presentation! SquidAngel blessings are definitely in order. ^:)^
  • Good_MEdison Nov 19, 2008 @ 7:06 am | delete
    Thanks for such a nice 5 star lens. It is a very much need to read lens for most of us.
  • a_willow Nov 18, 2008 @ 3:14 pm | delete
    Great job! Welcome to Fresh Squid group! Glad to have you aboard!
  • craigmaltby Nov 18, 2008 @ 8:54 am | delete
    Hi PattB:

    I also saw that great National Geographic special with Dr. Sapolski. I even wrote to him at Stanford, and he answered promptly. The whole stress world ties into my world of immune health, and how "balancing" immune response can help mitigate physical effects of stress. Look forward to checking back with you on your lens. Keep up the great work.
  • rockycha Nov 16, 2008 @ 9:12 am | delete
    Wonderful lens with deep info - ditto on the squid angel blessings! Outstanding work!
  • RinchenChodron Nov 15, 2008 @ 5:11 pm | delete
    You've put together some very useful information. I like the illustrations. Nice job *****
  • Gandree Nov 14, 2008 @ 8:01 pm | delete
    I have had back problems in the past and got very familiar with the feet on the chair and your back on the floor position. It's great to hear it works on stress too!
    Thanks for this lens. I think I will be back again soon.
  • Crystal_Booth Nov 14, 2008 @ 8:29 am | delete
    Wonderful job! You have done a terrific job detailing ways to relieve stress and I thank you for sharing this with others. Absolutely fabulous information and a beautiful lens to boot. Well deserving of a Squid Angel blessing :)

    Thank you for your comments on my humor lenses!
  • sandyspider Nov 13, 2008 @ 10:59 pm | delete
    Stress runs in my family. I will have to come back to this lens and work on the stress techniques. Great lens!
  • K_Linda Nov 13, 2008 @ 11:02 am | delete
    Excellent lens! You have put a lot of work into it and it shows. 5*'s.
  • jbauer0318 Nov 13, 2008 @ 8:38 am | delete
    Thanks for some great stress reducing tips. About 2 weeks about I had my first heart attack at the age of 37. The docs said 2 things caused it, genetics and STRESS. I especially liked the lauging video... Justin cracked me up.
  • JenniferAkers Nov 13, 2008 @ 8:14 am | delete
    Great lens - love the photos and solid tips on reducing stress. When I'm writing or involved in something online, I have to remind myself to take breaks - getting the feet up is a super idea! 5* & Favorited so I can revisit.
  • bdkz Nov 13, 2008 @ 7:58 am | delete
    Wonderful lens! 5 Stars and a Squid Angel Blessing!
  • aj2008 Nov 13, 2008 @ 7:02 am | delete
    My best stress buster is creating a squidoo lens! Some great ideas here.
  • LaraineRose Nov 13, 2008 @ 1:00 am | delete
    I especially liked the YouTube on laughing. The baby in the clips below is hilarious! I had a good laugh and NOW ... I feel great. 5*s, fan, favorite and lensrolled.
  • Susan52 Nov 12, 2008 @ 8:46 am | delete
    Walking my dog is my stress reducer, though I could use much of your advice presented here. This is an outstanding lens, beautifully constructed with excellent, important information. Very worthy of a SquidAngel blessing!
  • MrMarmalade Nov 12, 2008 @ 1:04 am | delete
    Val, My wife believes I do not get stressed, I cause others to be stressed.

    I think she may be right!
  • PattB Nov 11, 2008 @ 11:54 pm | in reply to chefkeem | delete
    Thanks, chefkeem! Knowing the quality of the lenses you feel are worth blessings, this really gives me a lot of encouragement. I really appreciate it, and I'm especially happy if my tips help you out, too.

    And thanks everybody, for all your kind words! Pat
  • chefkeem Nov 11, 2008 @ 11:24 pm | delete
    I just realized that I'm sitting on the computer all the time and my blood is down in my feet. I'll have to take more breaks using your great tips for de-stressing. Thanks for this well-designed page with so much good information. A hearty SquidAngel Blessing for you, Pat!
  • real_estate_hawaii Nov 10, 2008 @ 8:58 pm | delete
    Very great lens! This tips could help a lot in reducing stress. Thanks for sharing. Maybe I'll try some of this tips.
  • Mazzer Nov 9, 2008 @ 8:01 am | delete
    This is an excellent lens on something many people suffer from but don't know how to talk about. It not only looks great but is a fantastic resource for people suffering from stress! Thank you for addressing this issue in such an effective way!
  • RenaissanceDeb Nov 6, 2008 @ 9:46 pm | delete
    This is a fabo lens. So much useful information and so easy to read. Thanks for all the tips.
  • Nimsy Nov 3, 2008 @ 1:38 pm | delete
    Love this lens. Have lensrolled you on both my menopause and sleep tips lenses....
  • clouda9 Nov 2, 2008 @ 12:53 am | delete
    I am especially loving the pictorials! This is a great lens...perfectly timed for what a lot of people are going through lately!

    PS Truly appreciate you adding my Menolaugh lens...it is a fun place to visit.
  • rms Oct 31, 2008 @ 7:53 am | delete
    So glad I found this lens! I really need to de-stress myself! You've given me some good ideas where to start!
  • CherylK Oct 30, 2008 @ 10:52 am | delete
    I'm going to try these tips and I'm also telling my three daughters about this lens...they're all busy, busy, busy with little time for relaxing. Easy to do and convenient. Wonderful tips.
  • enslavedbyfaeries Oct 23, 2008 @ 10:47 pm | delete
    Oh, I really needed this today... this week actually, LOL. My husband is out and waiting for back surgery next week. Just too much to handle right now. Thanks a bunch for the tips!!
  • Lizblueberry Oct 21, 2008 @ 7:36 pm | delete
    This is great lens. Stress is such a bad element in all of our lives. We have to learn to channel it outwards. Thanks for stopping by my lens for Women Over 50!
  • xtnshun Oct 21, 2008 @ 6:47 pm | delete
    Stress management is important, great lens!
  • sally fenton Oct 20, 2008 @ 12:22 pm | delete
    Great lens with a lot of good suggestions
  • nancydodds1 Oct 16, 2008 @ 1:54 am | delete
    Wow! Great information. Favorited and ***** for u. Feel free to check my lens Pet Friendly Hotels.
  • Amanda_Blue Oct 13, 2008 @ 1:36 am | delete
    Interesting tips, so simple and I am sure effective...Putting one's feet up, for example, as you describe it, is clearly a good thing to do even when not stressed. I shall try it. I was thinking of getting a slantboard that would have served a similar purpose but now that I have seen your illustration of the feet up position that may no longer be necessary. Thank you!
  • JaguarJulie Sep 28, 2008 @ 8:13 am | delete
    I think a key to stress reduction is to refocus and simplify -- don't try to do everything yourself; learn to say NO or compromise. Great lens.
  • CraigMiller Sep 23, 2008 @ 11:41 pm | delete
    Nice lens! When I was in the rat race skydiving worked for me. (Although it's not for everybody) Clearing the mind and breathing works wonders!

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