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Get Rid of Stress

We all need to get rid of excess stress. Few people realize how destructive and debilitating stress really is to their lives. Instead of wishing it different, there are real things we can do to lessen the drain of daily accumulations of stress. We can't, and wouldn't want to have all stress removed.... it has its usefulness to help us handle urgent situations, but modern day life and mentalities give us more than we were ever meant to handle. So when you've received advice to get rid of your stress, or you have those physical symptoms of too much, why don't you try some of the suggestions here? Start with some good advice from dogs that someone gave human voice:

I also have started a blog filled with all the things that help me feel relaxed or happy - or both! If you want further inspiration from poetry, art, suggestions for spa products or ides on how to enjoy life more, check out "Happy Thoughts" for some mood helium.

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Things We Can Learn From A Dog

* Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
* Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
* When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.
* When it's in your best interest, practice obedience.
* Let others know when they've invaded your territory.
* Take naps and stretch before rising.
* Run, romp and play daily.
* Eat with gusto and enthusiasm.
* Be loyal.
* Never pretend to be something you're not.
* If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it.
* When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by and nuzzle them gently.
* Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
* Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
* On hot days, drink lots of water and lay under a shady tree.
* When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
* No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the guilt thing and pout...run right back and make friends.
* Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.

Exercise articles

Be sure to keep up your exercise program. Exercise is one way to relieve stress, along with things that you do to relax and renew yourself. So don't let your exercise program be a source of stress: find things you enjoy, pace yourself, diversify your activities.


I have put together some helpful relaxation hints, just click 'Relaxation' to view.

 
Relaxation Tips
 
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