Jay Platt's "No Matter What!" Report

Manage Your Stress, Or It Will Manage You

For most of us, stress is part of our daily life. Like it or not, it's something we must deal with, and deal with effectivley. The consequences of not doing so can be far reaching.

The scary truth is, if you allow it to, stress will negatively affect each and every area of your life. Your health,  job, even your relationship with family and friends are all susceptible.

The bottom line is this: You simply must take control of your stress before it ends up controlling you. This is where stress management comes in.

Below is just a small sampling of the many tips available for managing your stress.Take a look at them and use the ones that best fit you. And don't be scared to experiment with something you've never tried. You just might like it. :-)

Breathe And Relax

Learning to breathe from the stomach can be one of the most beneficial things you can ever do for yourself. Inhale, and the stomach comes out, exhale and it goes in. Breathing this way helps you relax both your body and your mind.

 Count To Ten

Counting to ten when you're angry or feeling stressed out is probably something you've heard of before. The concept really does work, because it shifts  your brain from the creative side to the more logical side. However, it needs to be done a little more creatively than simply counting to ten. I suggest you instead counto backward from 100 by threes, or maybe say your ABC's backward. This gives your brain the time and challenge it needs to make the change.

Get Some Sleep

There have been many books written on the subject of getting enough sleep, so I'll not try to duplicate that here. Needless to say though, sleep is a vital part of your stress management program. Too little sleep equals an increase in stress, no doubt. Do all that you can to get 7 - 8 hours each night.

Listen To Music

Music has the ability to work wonders concerning your stress level. The best kind of music to lower your stress is whatever you find soothing, be that jazz, classical, easy listneing, etc. The key is to find something that you find relaxing and listen to it while you relax.

Take A Vacation 

Most everyone agrees that your job can be one of the biggest causes of stress. If you have a wild look in your eyes every time your boss ask you to do something, it's time for a vacation. Actually, it's way past time, but take one anyway. It can do you wonders.

Pamper Yourself

Visit the local spa and pamper yourself. Indulge in a full-body massage, or get an aromatherapy session to help you relax. You can always take a vacation if you really want to get the thoughts of work out of your system, but a massage will work between vacation time.

Find Your Inner Child

Find your inner child and just play. You can grab your Playstation out of the cabinet and bring out the games you usually play during your free time. Another idea is to listen to your favorite music or read some comics on the Internet. You can even play online games if you like just to get your mind off your work.

Final Thoughts

Keep in mind that the gist of stress management is not the methods you take for getting stress out of your system. The idea is to learn how to divert your mind from the problems that causes stress to give yourself time to relax and face the problem with a clear mind.

Well, that's it for now. As aIways, I hope that you find this information useful and it helps you to go as far as you want in life..."No Matter What!"

Until next time...

Keep reaching,
Jay

P.S. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this post. Please take a moment and comment below. Thanks!

The Incredible Power Of Being Thankful

One of the best ways to improve your health and handle your emotions is by expressing your gratitude. Yes, really! And the great thing is, even when life may not be going as planned, there are still many things to be grateful for.

Give Your Gratitude Away

No matter how much you appreciate someone in your life, that person may not have any idea about how you feel. Rather than assuming they know your feelings, go ahead and speak up. Tell them how you really feel and what's in your heart.

See the smile? It feels good, doesn't it? When you smile back, laugh, or share tears of joy, it helps your heart, mind, and body thrive. It releases a flood of chemicals that your body just loves. It's a "feel-good" thing to do. That's true for both you and the receiver of your gratitude.

Maybe you're grateful for something you have, as opposed to a person. Did you ever think about sending a thankful message to the company that makes the products you love?

They probably hear all about customer complaints, but how much gratitude do they get for the work they've done to make lives better or more convenient? Give them some of your gratitude and you'll spread joy all around!

Ways to Show Your Gratitude

Showing gratitude is something you can do quite easily and all it costs you is a little bit of time and effort.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

· Tell your loved ones you care for them.

· Hug a friend who's hurting.

· Smile at a stranger.

· Write to a company whose product or service you really love.

· Make time to listen to someone who needs to talk.

· Spend some time out in nature, appreciating the beauty of creation.

· Volunteer your services or help someone in need.

You can also show your gratitude just for being alive by treating others well and being kind to yourself. Relaxing and taking time to unwind from the stress of life is very important, and you'll be happier and healthier because of it.

Focus on What Really Matters

Many people are unhappy with their circumstances, and it's often because they feel they don't have enough money, a big house, or the ultimate car. These things are nice, but in the grand scheme of things, they don't really matter.

After all, when you're on your deathbed, will you wish you had that red Ferrari? Or will you wish that you had more time with your loved ones?

Connect with what really matters by being
grateful for all you've been given.

There will be obstacles and stumbling blocks in life, but there is joy all around you as well. When you tap into that joy, keep a positive attitude, and show how grateful you are, you'll prove that you're able to let go of unnecessary baggage.

It's a great feeling, and one that you can give yourself, today, right now. What a wonderful thing to be grateful for!

Well, that's it for now. As aIways, I hope that you find this information useful and it helps you to go as far as you want in life..."No Matter What!"

Until next time...

Keep reaching,
Jay

P.S. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this post. Please take a moment and comment below. Thanks!