In the space between the moments …. Written by Sharon Coulter, MA, PPS, MA LMFT on July 1, 2016. Posted in inspiration True life is lived when tiny changes occur. ~ Leo Tolstoy Sharon Coulter, MA, PPS, MA LMFT
Top 10 Simple Stress Relievers To Bring You Calm Written by Sharon Coulter, MA, PPS, MA LMFT on June 27, 2016. Posted in Blog 1. Breathe deeply Deep breathing triggers a relaxation response that lowers heart rate and helps regulate the body 2. Envision a place that brings you peace Peaceful images involve all the senses and create inner harmony 3. Make contact with nature We can only be in the present moment when we focus on beauty around us – no past or future – only The Now 4. Journal about what you’re feeling or thinking Surrendering the energy of troubling emotions or confusing thoughts to paper is freeing 5. Listen to a song that makes you feel happy Music, as sound, is rooted in vibration which powerfully affects mood 6. Take a nap A power nap will boost your memory, thinking, creativity, and energy levels 7. Stretch your body Stretching lowers tension and stress and increases energy 8. Drink a glass of water Stress is often made worse by dehydration – something we’re not often aware of 9. Walk/exercise The brain’s feel-good neurotransmitters are elevated; sleep is enhanced & stress reduced 10. Talk to your pet Just being around a loving animal is shown to decrease stress by lowering blood pressure Download this list to keep handy or to print. Sharon Coulter, MA, PPS, MA LMFT