1. Sara Richardson Certified Health Coach Take Shape for Life

2. Fight or Flight Psychological Stress Fear Anxiety Anticipation

4. Stress eating = weight gain Ulcers Diabetes Sleep disorders High blood pressure Heart disease Premature aging Weakened Immune Function Memory deficiencies

5. Work 40% of workers report that their jobs are “very” or “extremely” stressful Daily life Juggling family schedules Meeting deadlines Technology? Less down time Everything!

7. Identify the source of stress Learn how to say “no” Avoid people that create stress and negative emotions Take control of your environment To-Do List – analyze your schedule

8. Read a book Go for a walk Write in a journal – or companion guide Do something outdoors – gardening Craft project that keeps your hands busy Crank up the music & DANCE! Try on old clothes that are too big Brush your teeth

9. Research shows that exercise can decrease your appetite and promote other healthy behaviors Make it FUN!

11. DAILY Meditation practice can help tame the MONKEY MIND Oprah & Deepak Chopra’s 21-day Meditation Challenge Acupuncture Acupressure Yoga practice

12. Boosts immune system Relaxes the whole body for up to 45 min. after a good, hearty laugh Triggers the release of endorphins Be silly with children – tickle party Laughter YOGA Seek out funny, happy people

14. Finding ways to manage your stress will have a positive influence on your health!