Category Archives: Stress Management

By Timothy J. O’Brien, MS DATELINE: The North Pole A press release from the North Pole hit the wire today. The release gave details of a unique conference convened by Mr. S.  Claus. The delegates represented many diverse groups. The primary focus was on ways to help people to better … Continue reading →

“What do you consider the top or most important Stress Management And Relaxation Techniques?” People have asked me this question in various forms through every type of communication except smoke signals. I would always answer. However, on reflection, I wasn’t always consistent. So, I’ve thought about it seriously. I’ve read … Continue reading →

The word BREADS is an easy way to remember the 12 steps in the SMART program. There are two parts for each letter, one psychological and one physical. The twelve parts of the BREADS Formula are: 1) Breathing correctly using your diaphragm to relax or your chest when you need … Continue reading →

Stress techniques that will lead to effective stress management Stress Management And Relaxation Techniques (S.M.A.R.T.) In 1990, The Institute for Stress Management & Performance Improvement introduced its five step BREAD formula for effective stress management. In recent years, medical and psychological research has discovered new relationships for managing stress. So, … Continue reading →