Computer Work Stress

As an individual functioning in the world, you can have only three kinds of problems: problems with yourself, problems with your relation to objects, and problems with your relation to other people. Problems with yourself may loosely be described as problems with your health; problems with your relation to objects may loosely be described as problems with your wealth; and problems with your relation to other people may loosely be described as problems with your relationships.     Health, wealth, and relationships -- the big three. These three spheres of your life form a triangle in which stress can develop...

There are few things in life that are almost guaranteed to relieve a person of stress immediately. If a list of such things were available, there would certainly be a spot reserved for one of the finer enjoyments of life: receiving a great massage. Stress and tension have a tendency to melt in the hands of a qualified masseur or masseuse.   Fortunately for you, there are many different types of massage available from which to choose. You can experiment with the types that catch your fancy and discover what works best for you when it comes to relieving stress....

Epictetus, the Greek Stoic philosopher, is reported to have said, "Men are disturbed not by things, but by the views which they take of those things." We would do well to remember this piece of sage wisdom when confronting the seemingly stressful realities of everyday life. How often do your views distort your circumstances and introduce needless stress into your life?   Circumstances may indeed be fixed and out of your control, but your views are yours for the changing. Sometimes simply taking a different perspective in thought can cause an immediate relief in feeling. An ample illustration of this...

"Hi, my name is Bob, and I am an alcoholic." "Hi, my name is Jill, and I take ownership of my eating problem." If those two sentences pretty much characterize the images that flash through your mind when you consider reaching out to a support group for whatever it is that is causing you stress and anxiety, you can now take a moment to relax. The Internet has made the so-called anonymous support group of the past a largely irrelevant creature facing a rapidly nearing extinction.   No matter what is troubling you and keeping you from enjoying your life...