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Thank you for coming and making

High Noon “STRESS BUSTER” The Ultimate Day Off for Women

a great Success!

Crystal M. NeVille, Founder/Event Coordinator High Noon "STRESS BUSTER"

The Ultimate Day Off for Women www.Facebook.com/HNStressbuster www.HNStressbuster.com

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Welcome to

Let me take this time to say that I am honored that you are you.

This event was created to help women alleviate/reduce stress (big or small) in there lives before we go into the busiest season of the year!

We do this because STRESS contributes to the number one (1) killer

of women which is heart disease.

Keep this booklet as a handy reference guide of information/tips on relative areas of interest, contact information for the speakers, vendors, sponsors, advertisers and support groups.

Research conducted by this event staff was profound concerning STRESS. STRESS IS A SILENT KILLER; however, there are real simple things we can do to alleviate/reduce stress. The easiest thing that was found is the great effects of LAUGHTER; having fun will reduce stress! Let’s take the time to just have fun. Don’t take yourself so serious, just laugh for the sake of laughing….

Best Regards,

Crystal M. NeVille

Coordinator/Host

Facebook.com/HNStressbuster

www.HNStressbuster.com

Disclaimer: Information contained in this booklet is for

the sole purpose to bring awareness. The information is not intended to replace medical and or mental counsel in any way. The source of all information obtained will be printed at the bottom of appropriate pages and or was obtained from the Internet.

www.pumpease.com

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Table of Contents

Page

Number Page Title

4 Itinerary

5 SPONSOR…. Freedom Child Tee’s

Exotic Lashes

6 What is STRESS

7 Seven tips for making yourself happier in the next Hour

8 What’s Your Shape?

9 SPONSOR….Foundation Capital

10 DIY Spa Treatments

11 Stress & Health

13 Stress Relief from LAUGHTER

14-15 How Can I Help Handle Stress

16 Exercise and Stress: Get moving to combat stress

17 SPONSOR…..Alabama Heart & Vascular, P.C

18 Getting Organized for the Holiday

19 SPONSOR…..MiBella Wellness Center

20 Resources

21 SPONSOR…..Author, Earl Dixon

God’s Solution for Getting Out of Debt

23 The effects of stress on your body

24 Budget friendly FASHION tips

25 Speakers, Special Guest and Vendors

27 SPONSOR(s)… Hometown Mortgage

Unity Event Center

28 Celebrate our BROKEN Pieces

29 Make a decision

31 SPONSOR….. Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Inc

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-Itinerary-

Registration, Refreshments, Mix & Mingling, Vendor Browsing

Mistress of the Hour Cynthia Rodgers

City of Helena Representative Michele Camp

Comedienne Joy “The Queen of Clean”

Inspirational Speaker Intro Inspirational Speaker Darleatha Edwards, Business Owner

Strictly Heels

Interactive Session: Game Facilitator/ Nikita Lewis

Celebrating our Broken Pieces (enactment)

H I G H N O O N Something Special

Motivational Speaker Intro

Motivational Speaker Marty Handlon, CPA

Alabaster Mayor Elect

Interactive Sessions Game Facilitator/ Nikita Lewis Hula Hoop Contest & Crowning

Q & A Panel Facilitator: Cheri May

Panel: Mary Cooper, Dicey Lewis, Dianne Talyor, Shelia Ray, Tina Kay,

Natasha Rembert

Retail Therapy (Shopping)

Thank you for coming!

See you next year!!!

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The funeral, divorce, loss of a job, etc., etc., etc., made you sad, very sad and depressed, but good times and memories bring a smile to your face, so focus on the things that make you SMILE!!!

Happiness: Enjoying, showing, or marked by pleasure, satisfaction, or joy. Joy: A source or an object of pleasure or satisfaction. Grief: Deep mental anguish, as that arising from bereavement.

***Joy and Happiness - your choice***

Choose to reflect on the good things and not the moments of sadness. It will help

alleviate STRESS.

Make a decision

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Darleatha Edwards Janice Cobb

Christi Williams Missy Cooper

Audrey Murdaugh Cheri May

Beth Seibert

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Sponsors

Several colors to choose from

Website COMING SOON

www.FreedomChildClothingline.com

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What is STRESS

Stress is a normal physical response to events that make you feel threatened or upset your balance in some way. When

you sense danger – whether it’s real or imagined – the body's defenses kick into high gear in a rapid, automatic process known as the “fight-or-flight” reaction, or the stress response.

The stress response is the body’s way of protecting you. When working properly, it helps you stay focused, energetic, and alert. In emergency situations, stress can save your life – giving you extra strength to defend yourself, for example, or spurring you to slam on the brakes to avoid an accident.

The stress response also helps you rise to meet challenges. Stress is what keeps you on your toes during a presentation at work, sharpens your concentration when you’re attempting the game-winning free throw, or drives you to study for an

exam when you'd rather be watching TV.

But beyond a certain point, stress stops being helpful and starts causing major damage to your health, your mood, your productivity, your relationships, and your quality of life.

www.haverford.edu/organizations/Chortle

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When

When your

Gratitude

exceed

your fear

You will Speak Mary Cooper

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Seven tips for making yourself happier IN

THE NEXT HOUR.

You can make yourself happier – and this doesn’t have to be a long-term ambition. You can start right now. In the next hour, check off as many of the following items as possible. Each of

these accomplishments will lift your mood, as will the mere fact that you’ve tackled and achieved some concrete goals. 1. Boost your energy: Stand up and pace while you talk on the phone, or even better, take a brisk ten-minute walk outside.

Research shows that when people move faster, their metabolism speeds up, and the activity and sunlight are good for your focus, your mood, and the retention of information. 2. Reach out to friends: Make a lunch date or send an email to

a friend you haven’t seen in a while. Having warm, close bonds with other people is one of the keys to happiness, so take the time to stay in touch. 3. Rid yourself of a nagging task: Crossing an irksome chore off your to-do list will give you a big rush of energy and cheer, and you’ll be surprised that you procrastinated for so long. 4. Create a calmer environment: Clear some physical and mental space around your desk by sorting papers, pitching junk, storing supplies, sending out quick responses, filing, or even just making your piles neater. 5. Do a good deed: Make an email introduction of two people who could help each other, or set up a blind date, or shoot some-

one a piece of useful information or gratifying praise. Do good, feel good—this really works. Also, although we often believe that we act because of the way we feel, in fact, we often feel because of the way we act. When you act in a friendly way, you’ll strengthen your feelings of friendliness for other people.

Visit www. happiness-project.com

for complete list

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If you chose the Circle

your Passion-

Niche Keywords

are :

friendly, nurturing, persuasive, em-pathic, generous, stabilizing, reflec-

tive

If you chose the Square

your Passion-

Niche Keywords

are :

organized, detail oriented, knowl-edgeable, analyti-cal, persevering , perfectionist,

patient

If you chose the Rectangle

your Passion-

Niche Keywords

are :

state of transition, exciting, searching, inquisitive, grow-

ing, courageous

If you chose the Triangle

your Passion-

Niche Keywords

are :

leader, focused, decisive, ambi-tious, competitive, bottom-line oriented, athletic.

If you chose the

Squiggle

your Passion-

Niche Keywords

are :

creative, concep-tual, futuristic, intuitive, expres-sive, motivating,

witty, sensuous

your job

descriptions are

secretary, nurse/doctor, teacher/trainer, professor/ con-sultant, salesper-son, counselor/ mental health professional, housewives, hu-man resources specialist, personnel ana-lyst, waitress /clerk, historians, astrologers, nuns, boy/girl scout leaders,

camp counselors.

your job descriptions are : accountant, ad-ministrator, secre-tary, administra-tive assistant , doctor [specialist] teacher, computer programmer, government-worker, manual laborer, truck driver, paper processor [by any title], bank teller,

author/ editor.

your job

descriptions are : new bosses, entry-level employ-ees/job applicants , fresh college/high school graduates, people in mid-life crisis, adolescents, entrepreneurs, performers stage/ film/musicians], new retirees.

your job

descriptions are : executive, man-ager/supervisor, hospital adminis-trator, law firm partner, union organizer/officer, entrepreneur, politician, business owner, military officer, orchestra conductor, pilot.

your job

descriptions are

:

strategic planner, artist/ performer/ poet , musician, university profes-sor/theorist, scientist/ re-searcher, artificial intelligence ex-pert, astrologist, inventor/chef, evangelical minis-ter/preacher, new product specialist, international sales/marketer, promoter/PR director, entrepre-neur , real estate agent, interior decorator. by Dr. Susan Dellinger

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Darleatha Edwards Strictly Heels

(205) 201-1822

Cherly Mead Color Me Beautiful

(205) 837-2661

Edana Wills Pampered Chef (205) 520-8776

Donna Witt Design By D & D (205) 515-5802

Candi Boissel Thirty One Gifts (205) 617-7274

Tonya Bailey Mr. Pink Skully (205) 427-1076

Karen Allison Willow House Designs

(205) 902-8607

Maria Woods The Self Defense Diva

(904) 504-4784

Martha Hoyle Tomboy Tools (334) 300-2266

Nikita Lewis Scentsy

(205) 434-0498

Vicki Everett Juice Plus

(205) 332-5255

Sandi Garrett Little Harmony Bath &

Body (205) 706-4986

Sabrina Cole Sabrina’s Kettle Popcorn

(228) 235-3111

Diane Wilson Organo Gold Coffee

(205) 396-9837

Porscha Hunter Freedom Child Tee’s

(205 578-8839

Shala Essence of Heaven

Speakers -&- Special Gues

Vendors

Comedienne Joy The Queen of Clean P. O. Box 364 Alabaster, Al. 35007 www.joythequeenofclean.com (205) 482-6999

Darleatha Edwards Inspirational Speaker Business Owner/Strictly Heel [email protected] www.facebook.com/strictlyheels (205) 201-1822

Marty Handlon, CPA Motivational Speaker Mayoral Elect of Alabaster, Al.

Cynthia Rodger Mistress of Ceremony

"One person with a need contacts another with a resource and networking begins"

The Network Book by Jessica Lipnack and JeffreyStamps. Provided by: Sheo21.com

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from Wardrobe Stylist Tracy James of

www.chicmadesimple.com

1) Adopt the "quality, not quantity" philosophy. Many of my clients have have closets stuffed with so many clothes that it's as if they "can't see the forest for the trees," and therefore end up going to the same outfits again and again. So purge regularly so you actually WEAR the clothes you own!

2) Learn the art of incorporating budget items into an ensemble. If you do have quality garments, then you can mix in a "cheap" item now and then, like an inexpensive top underneath a nicer jacket. This is especially a good idea for trendy items, on which I never recommend spending a large part of your clothing budget. But avoid head to toe bargain basement... try to mix in at least one or two quality items.

3) Never pay retail, but never buy something for the sake of it being on sale. Make sure you can imagine what you have in your closet to coordinate with an item before you buy it. Even an item you got on major sale becomes not such a great deal if it just sits in your closet or if you have to buy 5 more things to make it work.

4) Dry clean as little as possible. While sometimes a necessary evil, dry clean-ing is expensive, tough on the environment and reduces the life of

your clothes. Spot clean or hand wash instead.

5) Technology is your friend. If you have a smartphone, check out a barcide scanner app, which allows you to check for better deals on an item you might be considering. The Internet is a great place to find the best deals. My favorite sites include ShopStyle.com (a user-friendly style search engine), RetailMeNot.com (always check before ordering online) and eBay (learn to utilize and love the "saved search" feature.

Tracy James Fashion Consultant & Stylist Facebook & Twitter: ChicMadeSimple

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Sponsors

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Eye Care _ Spoons The cool temperature of chilled metal

spoons constricts blood vessels, which helps decrease redness and puffiness in

the eye area.

Place four metal spoons in a glass of ice water. When chilled, place one spoon on

each eye, following the contour of your eye socket. As the spoons begin to warm,

switch them with the spoons chilling in the glass of ice water. Continue this process

DIY Honey Scrub The best scrub may be no farther than

your pantry. Honey is one of nature's best humectants, drawing water into the skin,

while sugar buffs away dead cells so gen-tly that it dissolves as it works. A touch of

citrus offers an invigorating scent.

Add 1 teaspoon pure honey to 1/4 cup light olive oil. Blend with 1 cup raw or

granulated sugar. Mix in 2 teaspoon fresh citrus zest. Blend until well mixed, then

store in a jar.

Balancing Facial Mask

1 small avocado, mashed (about 2/3 cup) 1/2 small cucumber, finely grated (about 1/3

cup) 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

3 tablespoons green clay powder

(sold at natural-foods stores)

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, using a fork to blend. Cover and chill in the refrigera-tor for at least 30 minutes. Apply a thick layer of the mixture to clean, dry skin on your face

and neck, avoiding the eye and lip areas. Keep fairly still for 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the mask to dry in place. Wipe skin clean with a damp cloth; splash with cool water, and pat

dry.

DYI Spa Treatments

Courtesy of

Whole Living

www.wholeliving.com

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The human body is designed to experience stress and react to it. Stress can

be positive, keeping us alert and ready to avoid danger. Stress becomes nega-

tive when a person faces continuous challenges without relief or relaxation

between challenges. As a result, the person becomes overworked and stress-

related tension builds.

Stress that continues without relief can lead to a condition called distress -- a

negative stress reaction. Distress can lead to physical symptoms including

headaches, upset stomach, elevated blood pressure, chest pain, and problems

sleeping. Research suggests that stress also can bring on or worsen certain

symptoms or diseases.

Stress also becomes harmful when people use alcohol, tobacco, or drugs to try

and relieve their stress. Unfortunately, instead of relieving the stress and re-

turning the body to a relaxed state, these substances tend to keep the body in

a stressed state and cause more problems. Consider the following:

Forty-three percent of all adults suffer

adverse health effects from stress.

Seventy-five percent to 90% of all

doctor's office visits are for stress-

related ailments and complaints.

Stress can play a part in problems

such as headaches, high blood pres-

sure, heart problems, diabetes, skin

conditions, asthma, arthritis, depres-

sion, and anxiety.

The Occupational Safety and Health

Administration (OSHA) declared

stress a hazard of the workplace.

Stress costs American industry more

than $300 billion annually.

The lifetime prevalence of an emotional disorder is more than 50%, often due to chronic, untreated stress reactions.

ww.webmd.com/balance/guide/effects-of-stress-on-your-body

The Effects of Stress on Your Body

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Stress and our Health?

How does Stress Affect my Health?

The body responds to stress by releasing stress hormones. These hormones make blood pressure, heart rate, and blood sugar levels go up. Long-term stress can help cause a variety of health problems, including:

Mental health disorders, like depression and anxiety

Obesity

Heart disease

High blood pressure

Abnormal heart beats

Menstrual problems

Acne and other skin problems

What are some common signs of stress?

Everyone responds to stress a little differently. Your symptoms may be different from someone else’s. Here are some of the signs to look for:

Not eating or eating too much

Feeling like you have no control

Needing to have too much control

Forgetfulness

Headaches

Lack of energy

Lack of focus

Trouble getting things done

Poor self-esteem Short temper Trouble sleeping

Upset stomach Back pain

General aches and pains

These symptoms may also be signs of depression or anxiety, which can be caused by long-term stress.

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Resources

Crisis Center: Crisis and Suicide Prevention Ste 501, 3600 8th Ave, Birmingham, AL 35222-3284 (205) 323-7777 Free call 1-800-Suicide National Hotline is a crisis, resource and referral number especially for kids and parents. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call:1-800-448-3000 You don't have to suffer in silence! SafeHouse of Shelby County P.O. Box 275 Pelham, AL 35124 Crisis Line (24-hr x 7-days): (205) 669-7233 (SAFE) Alabama Grief Support Services www.grief.com (205) 870-0336 TBN Prayer Line: (714) 731-1000 Day Star Prayer Line: (800) 329-0029 2-1-1 Connects Alabama - 211connectsalabama.org or dial 2-1-1 on your phone to access a database of resources throughout Alabama.

National Suicide Prevention Life Line 1(800) 273-8255

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When it comes to relieving stress, more giggles and guffaws are just what the doctor ordered. Here's why. By Mayo Clinic staff

Whether you're guiltily guffawing at an episode of "South Park" or qui-

etly giggling at the latest New Yorker cartoon, laughing does you good.

Laughter is a great form of stress relief, and that's no joke.

Stress relief from laughter

A good sense of humor can't cure all ailments, but data are mounting

about the positive things laughter can do.

Short-term benefits

A good laugh has great short-term effects. When you start to laugh, it

doesn't just lighten your load mentally, it actually induces physical

changes in your body. Laughter can:

Stimulate many organs. Laughter enhances your intake of oxy-

gen-rich air, stimulates your heart, lungs and muscles, and increases

the endorphins that are released by your brain.

Activate and relieve your stress response. A rollicking laugh

fires up and then cools down your stress response and increases your

heart rate and blood pressure. The result? A good, relaxed feeling.

Soothe tension. Laughter can also stimulate circulation and aid muscle relaxation, both of which help reduce some of the physical symptoms of stress.

Long-term effects

Laughter isn't just a quick pick-me-up, though. It's also good for you over the

long haul. Laughter may:

Improve your immune system. Negative thoughts manifest into chemical

reactions that can impact your body by bringing more stress into your system

and decreasing your immunity. In contrast, positive thoughts actually release

neuropeptides that help fight stress and potentially more-serious illnesses.

Relieve pain. Laughter may ease pain by causing the body to produce its

own natural painkillers. Laughter may also break the pain-spasm cycle common

to some muscle disorders.

Increase personal satisfaction. Laughter can also make it easier to cope with difficult situations. It also helps you connect with other people.

"A day without laughter,

is a day wasted"

- Charlie Chaplin

Stress relief from laughter? Yes, no joke

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Everyone has to deal with stress. There are steps you can take to help you handle stress in a positive way and keep it from making you sick. Try these tips to keep stress in check: Develop a new attitude

Become a problem solver. Make a list of the things that cause you

stress. From your list, figure out which problems you can solve now and which are beyond your control for the moment. From your list of prob-lems that you can solve now, start with the little ones. Learn how to calmly look at a problem, think of possible solutions, and take action to solve the problem. Being able to solve small problems will give you confi-dence to tackle the big ones. And feeling confident that you can solve problems will go a long way to helping you feel less stressed.

Be flexible. Sometimes, it’s not worth the stress to argue. Give in once

in awhile or meet people halfway.

Get organized. Think ahead about how you’re going to spend your time.

Write a to-do list. Figure out what’s most important to do and do those things first.

Set limits. When it comes to things like work and family, figure out what

you can really do. There are only so many hours in the day. Set limits for yourself and others. Don’t be afraid to say NO to requests for your time and energy.

Relax

Take deep breaths. If you're feeling stressed, taking a few deep breaths

makes you breathe slower and helps your muscles relax.

Stretch. Stretching can also help relax your muscles and make you feel

less tense.

Massage tense muscles. Having someone massage the muscles in the

back of your neck and upper back can help you feel less tense.

Take time to do something you want to do. We all have lots of things

that we have to do. But often we don't take the time to do the things that we really want to do. It could be listening to music, reading a good book, or going to a movie. Think of this as an order from your doctor, so you won’t feel guilty!

How can I help handle stress?

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Getting Organized for the Holidays

Tips to help you make it thru the season:

First set your budget before you get started. How much can

you afford to spend? Make your list of everything that will cost you money. This will include gifts as well as special entertain-ment that you might want to do like a movie or dinner party. Shop with cash or your debit card – people buy 18% more when they shop with a credit card. You don’t want to start the New

Year off in debt.

Next get a calendar of December and write in every activ-ity and event that you need to attend. If a gift is required make note of it so you will remember to bring one. Planning out activities on the calendar will help you decide if you can do all

these events or if it is time to say no to some of them this year. You really don’t want the holidays to be a stressful time that you don’t enjoy. If you added additional gifts make sure you re-visit your budget.

Make a list of where you want to shop and what you need to buy so you will make the best use of your time and gasoline. A little planning on the front end of your day will make it less stressful and you won’t forget a special item. The list will also help you stay on budget.

Wrap gifts as you buy them so it won’t seem like a such a huge chore. If you want to go more “green” or eco friendly – use newspaper ads or the comics section. If that is too weird then go ahead and buy some paper but put it in the recycle bin rather than the trash can.

Trade decorations you don’t like any more with your friends.

Use last year’s holiday cards for this year’s gift tag. Cut out the picture, making sure the back is blank so you can write in

your information of “to” and “from”.

Shop with reusable shopping bags. The average American’s trash output goes up 25% between Thanksgiving and New Year’s.

Volunteer and help someone else. Help your favorite charity with either your time or your money. The angel tree is popular at my church but I have friends that give their time to help prepare and serve food at missions around town.

Justorganized.com

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How can I help handle stress?

Take care of your body

Get enough sleep. Getting enough sleep helps you recover from the

stresses of the day. Also, being well-rested helps you think better so that you are prepared to handle problems as they come up. Most adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night to feel rested.

Eat right. Try to fuel up with fruits, vegetables, beans, and whole

grains. Don’t be fooled by the jolt you get from caffeine or high-sugar snack foods. Your energy will wear off, and you could wind up feeling more tired than you did before.

Get moving. Getting physical activity can not only help relax your

tense muscles but improve your mood. Research shows that physical activity can help relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Don’t deal with stress in unhealthy ways. This includes drinking

too much alcohol, using drugs, smoking, or overeating.

Connect with others

Share your stress. Talking about your problems with friends or fam-

ily members can sometimes help you feel better. They might also help you see your problems in a new way and suggest solutions that you hadn't thought of.

Get help from a professional if you need it. If you feel that you can

no longer cope, talk to your doctor. She or he may suggest counsel-ing to help you learn better ways to deal with stress. Your doctor may also prescribe medicines, such as antidepres-sants or sleep aids.

Help others.

Volunteering in your community can help you make new friends and feel better about yourself.

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One way to take control of the stress in your life is through physi-cal activity. Being active can boost your feel-good endorphins and distract you from daily worries. By Mayo Clinic staff

You know that exercise does your body good, but you're too busy and stressed to

fit it into your routine. Hold on a second —

there's good news when it comes to exercise and stress.

Virtually any form of exercise, from aerobics to weightlifting, can act as a stress

reliever. If you're not an athlete or even if you're downright out of shape, you can still make a little exercise go a long way toward stress management. Discover the

connection between exercise and stress relief — and why exercise should be part of your stress management plan.

Exercise and stress relief

Exercise increases your overall health and your sense of well-being, which puts

more pep in your step every day. But exercise also has some direct stress-busting

benefits.

It pumps up your endorphins. Physical activity helps to bump up the pro-

duction of your brain's feel-good neurotransmitters, called endorphins. Although

this function is often referred to as a runner's high, a rousing game of tennis or a

nature hike also can contribute to this same feeling.

It's meditation in motion. After a fast-paced game of racquetball or several

laps in the pool, you'll often find that you've forgotten the day's irritations and

concentrated only on your body's movements. As you begin to regularly shed your

daily tensions through movement and physical activity, you may find that this fo-

cus on a single task, and the resulting energy and optimism, can help you remain

calm and clear in everything that you do.

It improves your mood. Regular exercise can increase self-confidence and

lower the symptoms associated with mild depression and anxiety. Exercise also

can improve your sleep, which is often disrupted by stress, depression and anxi-

ety. All this can ease your stress levels and give you a sense of command over

your body and your life.

Put exercise and stress relief to work for you

A successful exercise program begins with a few simple steps.

Consult with your doctor.

Walk before you run, Do what you love, and love what you do.

Visit: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/exercise-and-stress/SR00036/NSECTIONGROUP=2

(it's a long link—but it’s worth the type)

Exercise and stress: Get moving to combat stress

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