Dealing with Stress
“The mind can go either direction under stress—toward positive or toward negative: on or off. Think of it as a spectrum whose extremes are unconsciousness at the negative end and hyperconsciousness at the positive end. The way the mind will lean under stress is strongly influenced by training.” |
“In times of stress, the best thing we can do for each other is to listen with our ears and our hearts and to be assured that our questions are just as important as our answers.” |
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A new exploration into emotional stress and exciting science surrounding Neuro Emotional Technique (N.E.T.). The film delves into our history with stress, how we got to where we are today, and where we go from here. Featuring Dr. Daniel Monti (Director - Marcus Institute of Integrative Health) and leading neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Newberg (DMT: The Spirit Molecule), we get a fresh perspective on the effects of stress. Thanks to a new study from the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA, there is now compelling evidence that this breakthrough intervention can help people to alleviate their emotional stress, as well as deeper insight into this exciting topic.
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The Symptoms of Stress; Prevention and Management
When you are dealing with substance abuse, stress can be a real issue. It can be the reason your abuse substances or the reason you relapse. Find ways to reduce your stress at Craving Sobriety.
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View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-stress-... Our hard-wired stress response is designed to gives us the quick burst of heightened alertness and energy needed to perform our best. But stress isn’t all good. When activated too long or too often, stress can damage virtually every part of our body. Sharon Horesh Bergquist gives us a look at what goes on inside our body when we are chronically stressed. |
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Is stress always a bad thing? How does stress affect us? What happens if we experience too much stress? Braive is a company run by mental health professionals on a mission to make sure people, worldwide, can learn about their own mental health and get access to personalized treatment programs that will help them overcome the challenges they are facing. |
Website Resources and Gadgets for Stress Management
Online Discipleship For Women
https://onlinediscipleshipforwomen.com/christian-guided-meditation/
https://onlinediscipleshipforwomen.com/christian-prayers-for-peace/
Do you enjoy Christian guided meditation? We hope that whatever you are going through, you will be comforted, recharged, restored, and renewed. The word of God has healing power. The site also has free prayers to help you talk to God. Browse the Christian blog for women to see what other content will help encourage and empower you. There is an entire library of free guided meditations for Christian women with and without music.
Daily Good
http://www.dailygood.org
We all know the news can be a big source of stress, especially in the last two years. DailyGood leverages the internet to promote positive and uplifting news around the world to more than 100,000 subscribers through the daily and weekly newsletters. Readers receive a news story, an inspiring quote, and a suggested action that each person can take to make a difference in their own lives and the world around them.
HeartMath Technology
https://www.heartmath.com/tech/
HeartMath products, tools and techniques are based on over 25 years of scientific research conducted at the HeartMath Institute on the psychophysiology of stress, emotions, and the interactions between the heart and brain. There are over 300 peer-reviewed or independent studies utilizing HeartMath techniques or technologies to achieve beneficial outcomes that have been published.
HeartMath technology is an innovative approach to improving emotional wellbeing. Learn to change your heart rhythm pattern to create physiological coherence; a scientifically measurable state characterized by increased order and harmony in our mind, emotions and body.
The Guided Meditation Site
https://www.the-guided-meditation-site.com/guided-christian-meditation.html
The Mindful Worship website has a great selection of guided meditations for Christians, including some wonderful free guided meditations. MindfulWorship.com was started by Ricky Spears, a man who throughout his walk with Christ over the years, found that the times he felt he most deeply connected with God were in those times of quiet mindful meditation on God's word, or in quiet mindful prayer and contemplation.
Insight Timer
https://insighttimer.com
They believe everyone deserves access to a free daily meditation practice. Which is they publish the world's largest collection of free guided meditations, with over 100,000 titles. Timer Yoga streams directly to Smart TVs, ensuring a full widescreen experience for your students in the comfort of their home. Around one in three people suffer from mild insomnia. If you wake consistently at night or suffer from restless sleep patterns, these sleep meditations, talks, and music tracks will help calm the mind and relax the body in preparation for sleep.
Headspace
https://www.headspace.com
Headspace was started with one mission: to improve the health and happiness of the world. Think of Headspace as your mind’s best friend. They are here for you whenever you need them, wherever you are, helping you get through tough times and find joy in every day.
Calm
https://www.calm.com
Their goal is to help you improve your health and happiness. They claim they are the #1 app for Sleep, Meditation and Relaxation, with over 100 million downloads and over 1.5M+ 5-star reviews. They won Apple BEST OF 2018 award, Apple's App of the Year 2017, Google Play Editor's Choice 2018, and to be named by the Center for Humane Technology as "the world's happiest app".
Soul Shepherding
https://www.soulshepherding.org
When you are busy with your work, family, or ministry it can be hard to fit in caring for your own soul. This can lead to burnout or becoming spiritually stagnant. That doesn’t have to be your story. Soul Shepherding offers resources and training for you and the people you influence to thrive with Jesus. Founders Bill and Kristi Gaultiere are Doctors of Psychology and Spiritual Directors who have developed a distinctive approach to intimacy with Jesus, personal wholeness, and fruitful ministry which they teach in their Institute.
Overcome Panic
https://overcomepanic.com/
Angela is a speaker at churches and events, and has been a frequent guest on television and radio programs. Angela presented at the International Conference on Panic Attacks at the University of Westminster in London. She also presented at several national conferences for the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (www.adaa.org). She conducted a series of stress briefings for the 3rd Chemical Brigade at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO, and spoke at the MarineParents Conference in St. Louis.
https://onlinediscipleshipforwomen.com/christian-guided-meditation/
https://onlinediscipleshipforwomen.com/christian-prayers-for-peace/
Do you enjoy Christian guided meditation? We hope that whatever you are going through, you will be comforted, recharged, restored, and renewed. The word of God has healing power. The site also has free prayers to help you talk to God. Browse the Christian blog for women to see what other content will help encourage and empower you. There is an entire library of free guided meditations for Christian women with and without music.
Daily Good
http://www.dailygood.org
We all know the news can be a big source of stress, especially in the last two years. DailyGood leverages the internet to promote positive and uplifting news around the world to more than 100,000 subscribers through the daily and weekly newsletters. Readers receive a news story, an inspiring quote, and a suggested action that each person can take to make a difference in their own lives and the world around them.
HeartMath Technology
https://www.heartmath.com/tech/
HeartMath products, tools and techniques are based on over 25 years of scientific research conducted at the HeartMath Institute on the psychophysiology of stress, emotions, and the interactions between the heart and brain. There are over 300 peer-reviewed or independent studies utilizing HeartMath techniques or technologies to achieve beneficial outcomes that have been published.
HeartMath technology is an innovative approach to improving emotional wellbeing. Learn to change your heart rhythm pattern to create physiological coherence; a scientifically measurable state characterized by increased order and harmony in our mind, emotions and body.
The Guided Meditation Site
https://www.the-guided-meditation-site.com/guided-christian-meditation.html
The Mindful Worship website has a great selection of guided meditations for Christians, including some wonderful free guided meditations. MindfulWorship.com was started by Ricky Spears, a man who throughout his walk with Christ over the years, found that the times he felt he most deeply connected with God were in those times of quiet mindful meditation on God's word, or in quiet mindful prayer and contemplation.
Insight Timer
https://insighttimer.com
They believe everyone deserves access to a free daily meditation practice. Which is they publish the world's largest collection of free guided meditations, with over 100,000 titles. Timer Yoga streams directly to Smart TVs, ensuring a full widescreen experience for your students in the comfort of their home. Around one in three people suffer from mild insomnia. If you wake consistently at night or suffer from restless sleep patterns, these sleep meditations, talks, and music tracks will help calm the mind and relax the body in preparation for sleep.
Headspace
https://www.headspace.com
Headspace was started with one mission: to improve the health and happiness of the world. Think of Headspace as your mind’s best friend. They are here for you whenever you need them, wherever you are, helping you get through tough times and find joy in every day.
Calm
https://www.calm.com
Their goal is to help you improve your health and happiness. They claim they are the #1 app for Sleep, Meditation and Relaxation, with over 100 million downloads and over 1.5M+ 5-star reviews. They won Apple BEST OF 2018 award, Apple's App of the Year 2017, Google Play Editor's Choice 2018, and to be named by the Center for Humane Technology as "the world's happiest app".
Soul Shepherding
https://www.soulshepherding.org
When you are busy with your work, family, or ministry it can be hard to fit in caring for your own soul. This can lead to burnout or becoming spiritually stagnant. That doesn’t have to be your story. Soul Shepherding offers resources and training for you and the people you influence to thrive with Jesus. Founders Bill and Kristi Gaultiere are Doctors of Psychology and Spiritual Directors who have developed a distinctive approach to intimacy with Jesus, personal wholeness, and fruitful ministry which they teach in their Institute.
Overcome Panic
https://overcomepanic.com/
Angela is a speaker at churches and events, and has been a frequent guest on television and radio programs. Angela presented at the International Conference on Panic Attacks at the University of Westminster in London. She also presented at several national conferences for the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (www.adaa.org). She conducted a series of stress briefings for the 3rd Chemical Brigade at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO, and spoke at the MarineParents Conference in St. Louis.
The Gadgets You Never Knew You Needed!
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Learn about CalmiGo
Learn about the Apollo
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Learn about the Shift
Learn about Muse
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Learn about Pip
Learn about HeartMath
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Learn about Touch Points
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Where To Buy Stress Relief
Apollo
https://apolloneuro.com
The Apollo wearable provides scientifically sound touch therapy that you wear on your ankle or wrist. The Apollo device’s silent, soothing vibrations speak to your nervous system, telling you that you’re safe and in control. Developed by neuroscientists and physicians, it’s a safe, non-invasive stress relief tool for adults and children, without drugs or side effects.
Resperate
https://www.resperate.com/d-resperate/
RESPeRATE is the only FDA-cleared, non-drug medical device clinically proven to lower blood pressure. RESPeRATE is a medical device that uses patented melody-guided breathing technology to relax constricted blood vessels and lower blood pressure.
TouchPoints
https://thetouchpointsolution.com
Stress engages our “fight or flight” response, impacting our health, focus, sleep and performance. TouchPoints, placed on both sides of the body, gently vibrate to activate your “calm” response.In seconds, you gain control over your stress, thinking clearly and experiencing a sense of balance and calm. This process creates lasting new behavior patterns, lessening the negative impacts of stress over time.
Sona
http://www.caeden.com/sona/
Sona Connected Bracelet-Wearable technology to optimize mind and body performance. Connects to the Caeden App to help you achieve your wellness goals. Sona’s advanced sensor tracks Heart Rate Variability (HRV), a metric that provides a well-rounded view of your overall health and stress levels.
Pip
https://thepip.com/en-us/
The Pip teaches you how to manage your stress better. It allows you to see your stress levels, connecting your emotions with engaging apps, teaching you not only how to recognize stress, but to know a life without it. The Pip comes with a selection of engaging Apps each integrated with My Pip – your cloud platform for better living. Each of the apps have been created to help you de-stress, refocus and learn to better manage stress. Launch one of their Apps and hold the Pip between your thumb and index finger. The Pip detects if you’re focused and relaxing, or if you’re stressed and your mind is wandering. This influences your in-App progress. The more you relax, the better you progress.The Apps respond to your changing stress levels, using both audio and visual feedback.
Calmi Go
https://calmigo.com/pages/ugscarousel
CalmiGo is a scientifically proven device that reduces stress hormone levels by activating the parasympathetic nervous system, providing immediate and drug-free relief: Significantly decreases anxiety symptoms, drug-free and safe, 3-min use on-the-go,both immediate and long-lasting relief
Komusco
https://www.komusodesign.com
Meet The Shift – a natural tool to help you improve breathing, deal with stress and calm down. Most people don't breathe properly. Are you one of them? Shallow breathing may be the reason for your anxiety and panic attacks... what are you doing about it? The Shift is an organic tool inspired by Japanese monks. It’s an effective drug alternative designed by a therapist to slow your exhale. And it’s incredibly simple...
FeelZing by Thync
https://feelzing.com
FeelZing patch is a neurostimulation device. It uses a proprietary waveform to stimulate nerves of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Experience a calm energy without stimulant side effects such as jitters, anxiety, or crashes while staying clean and focused. Improve your energy and focus in the afternoon without affecting your sleep cycle at night.
MindSpa
https://www.avstim.com
If you or someone you know suffers from chronic or regular sleep issues, dealing with stress and anxiety, science-based MindSpa® provides a safe, effective and intuitive technology offering you all the benefits of meditation but without need for training. As a passive system, MindSpa will effortlessly shift your mind into deeply relaxed states with a few short minutes. You will find you are able to control stress and anxiety in a healthy way. You can try MindSpa risk-free for 90 days.
Muse
https://choosemuse.com
EEG-powered meditation & Sleep. Muse is a brain-sensing headband that uses real-time biofeedback to help you refocus during the day and recover overnight.
https://apolloneuro.com
The Apollo wearable provides scientifically sound touch therapy that you wear on your ankle or wrist. The Apollo device’s silent, soothing vibrations speak to your nervous system, telling you that you’re safe and in control. Developed by neuroscientists and physicians, it’s a safe, non-invasive stress relief tool for adults and children, without drugs or side effects.
Resperate
https://www.resperate.com/d-resperate/
RESPeRATE is the only FDA-cleared, non-drug medical device clinically proven to lower blood pressure. RESPeRATE is a medical device that uses patented melody-guided breathing technology to relax constricted blood vessels and lower blood pressure.
TouchPoints
https://thetouchpointsolution.com
Stress engages our “fight or flight” response, impacting our health, focus, sleep and performance. TouchPoints, placed on both sides of the body, gently vibrate to activate your “calm” response.In seconds, you gain control over your stress, thinking clearly and experiencing a sense of balance and calm. This process creates lasting new behavior patterns, lessening the negative impacts of stress over time.
Sona
http://www.caeden.com/sona/
Sona Connected Bracelet-Wearable technology to optimize mind and body performance. Connects to the Caeden App to help you achieve your wellness goals. Sona’s advanced sensor tracks Heart Rate Variability (HRV), a metric that provides a well-rounded view of your overall health and stress levels.
Pip
https://thepip.com/en-us/
The Pip teaches you how to manage your stress better. It allows you to see your stress levels, connecting your emotions with engaging apps, teaching you not only how to recognize stress, but to know a life without it. The Pip comes with a selection of engaging Apps each integrated with My Pip – your cloud platform for better living. Each of the apps have been created to help you de-stress, refocus and learn to better manage stress. Launch one of their Apps and hold the Pip between your thumb and index finger. The Pip detects if you’re focused and relaxing, or if you’re stressed and your mind is wandering. This influences your in-App progress. The more you relax, the better you progress.The Apps respond to your changing stress levels, using both audio and visual feedback.
Calmi Go
https://calmigo.com/pages/ugscarousel
CalmiGo is a scientifically proven device that reduces stress hormone levels by activating the parasympathetic nervous system, providing immediate and drug-free relief: Significantly decreases anxiety symptoms, drug-free and safe, 3-min use on-the-go,both immediate and long-lasting relief
Komusco
https://www.komusodesign.com
Meet The Shift – a natural tool to help you improve breathing, deal with stress and calm down. Most people don't breathe properly. Are you one of them? Shallow breathing may be the reason for your anxiety and panic attacks... what are you doing about it? The Shift is an organic tool inspired by Japanese monks. It’s an effective drug alternative designed by a therapist to slow your exhale. And it’s incredibly simple...
FeelZing by Thync
https://feelzing.com
FeelZing patch is a neurostimulation device. It uses a proprietary waveform to stimulate nerves of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. Experience a calm energy without stimulant side effects such as jitters, anxiety, or crashes while staying clean and focused. Improve your energy and focus in the afternoon without affecting your sleep cycle at night.
MindSpa
https://www.avstim.com
If you or someone you know suffers from chronic or regular sleep issues, dealing with stress and anxiety, science-based MindSpa® provides a safe, effective and intuitive technology offering you all the benefits of meditation but without need for training. As a passive system, MindSpa will effortlessly shift your mind into deeply relaxed states with a few short minutes. You will find you are able to control stress and anxiety in a healthy way. You can try MindSpa risk-free for 90 days.
Muse
https://choosemuse.com
EEG-powered meditation & Sleep. Muse is a brain-sensing headband that uses real-time biofeedback to help you refocus during the day and recover overnight.
Use Comedy to Relieve Stress In Your Life
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Meditation Videos to De-Stress
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Christian meditation can help you making wise decision. Listen to this video for guidance. For more Christian meditations, download the Abide app here: https://abide.onelink.me/1mcf/youtube This meditation can be enjoyed ad-free with a length & audio background of your choosing within the Abide App: https://abide.co/prayer/7pr4a7
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A meditation to help you settle your thoughts and embrace God's peace, presented by Alabaster.
Exodus 14:14 “The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” Isaiah 41:10 “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” |
