In last week's blog I discussed how some people don’t necessarily become aggressive when stressed and instead they channeled their stress into caring for others. Why would stress lead to caring? The researchers found that we all have the “tend and befriend” response in our gut reaction basically to make sure we protect our offspring. The example they gave was to think of a mama grizzly protecting her cubs or a father pulling his son from a burning car. Even though there is st

I read an interesting article on how stress doesn’t always lead to a fight-or-flight response. It can also activate brain systems that help us connect with other people to diminish our stress. I found this an interesting concept and put together a quick little series on how you can turn your stress into courage and connection. In stressful situations, most people tend to withdrawal from situations in order to deal with their stress. The article actually looked at how men and

“Be on the lookout for the opportunity to say to yourself: I feel good, I intend to attract more of this good feeling, and I intend to give it away to any and all in need of it” Dr. Wayne Dyer I love getting these quotes from Dr. Wayne Dyer as they seem to turn up in my life when I most need them. Becoming aware of the days/moments in your life where you are feeling amazing and incredible can help shift your perception on the days that aren’t going so well. You know you can g

Stress can happen at any time, in any place even on your commute home. I think we have all been there and feel that the quickest way to make yourself feel better is to grab a “snack”. It could be something sweet, salty, fatty or that one food that you have always gravitated to when you needed to feel better. You eat it and you “feel” better, right? The guilt alone can cause a lot of stress for those of us who use food as a means to deal with stress and emotions. Stress eatin