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'''Stress''' is the [[emotion|emotional]] and physical tension brought on a person’s reaction to the demands of life. Stress frequently causes anxiety, irritability, and inability to concentrate. Stress can also lead to headaches, and a rapid heartbeat.<ref>http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/ghr/glossary/stress</ref>

'''Stress''' is the [[emotion]]al and physical tension brought on a person’s reaction to the demands of life. Stress frequently causes anxiety, irritability, and inability to concentrate. Stress can also lead to headaches, and a rapid heartbeat.<ref>http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/ghr/glossary/stress</ref>

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Author John A. Schindler, M.D. introduced the powerful concept of EII, or "emotionally induced [[illness]]," long before most physicians were aware of the connection between emotions and physical [[health]]. (1954) <ref>[http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1127502.How_To_Live_365_Days_A_Year How To Live 365 Days A Year.] (1954) </ref>

Author John A. Schindler, M.D. introduced the powerful concept of EII, or "emotionally induced [[illness]]," long before most physicians were aware of the connection between emotions and physical [[health]]. (1954) <ref>[http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1127502.How_To_Live_365_Days_A_Year How To Live 365 Days A Year.] (1954)</ref>

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Many illnesses, such as chronic anxiety states, high blood pressure, heart disease, and addictive disorders, to name a few, also seem to be influenced by chronic or overwhelming stress. <ref> [http://www.medicinenet.com/stress/page9.htm#Conclusions_about_the_effects_of_stress Conclusions about the effects of stress.] </ref>

Many illnesses, such as chronic anxiety states, high blood pressure, heart disease, and addictive disorders, to name a few, also seem to be influenced by chronic or overwhelming stress.<ref>[http://www.medicinenet.com/stress/page9.htm#Conclusions_about_the_effects_of_stress Conclusions about the effects of stress.]</ref>

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''"Health is the vital principle of bliss, and exercise of [[health]]."'' James Thomson.

''"Health is the vital principle of bliss, and exercise of [[health]]."'' James Thomson.

As time goes on, increase activity until you [[exercise]] on most days. You'll feel better physically, sleep better at night, and improve your mood. Join an exercise group or exercise with a friend. You'll stay connected. And you'll have support to help you stay on track! <ref> [http://www.medicinenet.com/depression_tips_pictures_slideshow/article.htm Tips for Exercise, Diet and Stress Reduction.] </ref>

As time goes on, increase activity until you [[exercise]] on most days. You'll feel better physically, sleep better at night, and improve your mood. Join an exercise group or exercise with a friend. You'll stay connected. And you'll have support to help you stay on track! <ref>[http://www.medicinenet.com/depression_tips_pictures_slideshow/article.htm Tips for Exercise, Diet and Stress Reduction.]</ref>

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Be physically active. Any activity’s better than none. Health benefits grow the more you do. <ref> [http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/staying-active/ Staying Active] Harvard School of Public Health. </ref>

Be physically active. Any activity’s better than none. Health benefits grow the more you do.<ref>[http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/staying-active/ Staying Active] Harvard School of Public Health.</ref>

== Meditation ==

== Meditation ==

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''A free and silent mind is always in meditation. Make meditation a daily practice, and it will soon turn into a habit. Concentrate on your consciousness and find out what it is. You may be surprised at what you find.'' <ref> [http://www.successconsciousness.com/index_00007c.htm Quotes on Meditation.] </ref>

''A free and silent mind is always in meditation. Make meditation a daily practice, and it will soon turn into a habit. Concentrate on your consciousness and find out what it is. You may be surprised at what you find.'' <ref>[http://www.successconsciousness.com/index_00007c.htm Quotes on Meditation.]</ref>

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Listening to [[music]] can have a tremendously relaxing effect on our minds and bodies, especially slow, quiet classical music. This type of music can have a beneficial effect on our physiological functions, slowing the pulse and heart rate, lowering blood pressure, and decreasing the levels of stress hormones. <ref>[http://psychcentral.com/lib/2007/the-power-of-music-to-reduce-stress/all/1/ The Power of Music To Reduce Stress.]</ref>

Listening to [[music]] can have a tremendously relaxing effect on our minds and bodies, especially slow, quiet classical music. This type of music can have a beneficial effect on our physiological functions, slowing the pulse and heart rate, lowering blood pressure, and decreasing the levels of stress hormones.<ref>[http://psychcentral.com/lib/2007/the-power-of-music-to-reduce-stress/all/1/ The Power of Music To Reduce Stress.]</ref>

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