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"Improve Yourself, Improve Your Stress In A Crisis" Report continued...

The most physically fit body goes nowhere if your mental outlook is bleak. You have to believe in yourself to turn your goals into new realities.

Even positive people are hit with difficulties that are hard to manage. That’s when you need self-help, stress busting approaches to bolster your mood.

1. What time of the year is it?

Some people notice a real change in overall outlook during winter months. Why? It’s the absence of light.

If you leave early for work while it’s still dark outside, spend the day inside a window-less office and return home after the sun sets, you’re truly light-deprived.

This problem is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder and can be helped by replacing the light bulbs in your home with full-spectrum light bulbs.

These bulbs are designed to give off healthy light rays similar to the sun. If possible, get a small desk lamp for your office and use a full-spectrum light bulb.

Go outside the office or home for lunch. Even if the weather is cool, put on a jacket because the sun and fresh air are good for lifting your mood and helping release stress.

On the weekends, plan at least one outdoor activity. Take the children to the park. Start tennis lessons. Or if it’s cold enough, take outdoor skating lessons. Just get outside!

2. Face your fears.

Do your hands get clammy, your throat dry and your mind take you back to your worst day in sixth grade each time you have to speak in front of a group? You might suffer from stress surrounding certain events.

People at work or in the civic group want to hear what you have to say. Sign up for a local Toastmasters group and take the first step to conquer your fear of public speaking. Begin one of the many online training and self help courses that you can study and practice at your own pace while you are in lockdown at home this month.

Did you turn down a great job because the office was on the 25th floor and you’re scared to ride elevators in tall buildings? Climbing the stairs daily might be good for your legs, but it takes time and just isn’t practical.

You can work with a therapist to face this fear and get over irrational stress. Or you can do your own version of “systematic desensitization.” That’s a therapy technique in which you gradually face a fear a little bit at time until you finally overcome it.

Ask a trusted friend to go with you as you work on this. Think about what the real fear is – that you’ll get stuck or that it will plummet to the ground floor when the cable suddenly snaps?

Write a detailed description of the phobia that’s causing you undue stress. How does it begin, progress and what does it feel like at its worst?

Recognize that these are feelings that repeat, so when you get into an elevator and your heart starts beating faster, you’re not having a heart attack.

You’re feeling what you expected to feel based on past experience. Once you have your “fear-feeling pattern” worked out, you know what to expect. Ask your friend to ride with you in an elevator to the second floor then back down again.

Repeat that trip. Then go up to the fourth floor. If you’re seriously in a stress-filled panic, take the stairs back down. Or if riding down is easier than riding up, start by walking to the fourth floor and riding down.

Little by little, increase your ability to handle the stress by pushing yourself a little farther each time. You can conquer your fears when you name them, examine them, research them and set a plan to meet them.

Over time, you’ll notice your stress level doesn’t rise as high when you’re faced with this particular obstacle.

All change comes from inside. Whether you pay the most expensive celebrity therapist to work with you, attend a support group or make your own plan to overcome a problem in life, you are the key to your own success.

Another thing about self-help is, it’s a confidence booster. The most irritable client, difficult project or toughest exam is small potatoes compared to taking actions that make a difference in the direction of your life.

Since living your life really is “all about you,” take charge of that direction by finding and practicing the right self-help approaches that will boost your endorphins.

Never settle for a life filled with stress when there’s something better waiting for you.

This period of home isolation or lockdown is perfect to start learning more of the powerful self help life skills that can see you through this crisis and be able to better manage disasters in the future.

One essential life skill to ensure you more happiness in your life is learning better stress management when it really counts. It’s an important factor in your own life and in providing leadership to others.

It’s also a known fact that those who know how to manage stress are happier and more successful in life in general.

We wish you well in your endeavours during these incredibly difficult times... stay safe, be strong.

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Healthy Power Tip:

Even at the doctor’s office, if you are brave you get a lollipop. When we are older that memory of food and comfort come to us subconsciously. We want to make ourselves feel calm, happy, or soothed.

Did you know that children could have issues with emotional eating as well as adults? Children may not feel comfortable discussing all of their personal issues with their parents or teaches and can internalize those feelings.

After school is a great time for children to over eat. They have a snack that is unhealthy for them and may eat more to satisfy their need for control than because they are truly hungry.

Try to talk with your children about their day at school, their relationships with friends and teachers, and anything that may be on their minds.

It’s not just a big test, or a sporting event that may be leading your child to feeling stressed.

The current crisis, especially if they are now homeschooled for the next few weeks or months, are things that need to be talked about so that they can get some stress relief from any fears they may be experiencing, as well as the cabin fever that will soon begin from being cooped up.

There are things you can do to help you maintain your health and control your emotional eating during this crisis.

First, keep a diary and track what you eat and when. It can be helpful to see what time of day you are craving something certain or when you feel weakest.

Second, try not to deprive yourself of something that you are truly wanting. The longer you force yourself to not have something, the higher the possibility you will over indulge.

Third you may also want to try calming your stressors. There are a lot of ways to relax and regain control over your emotional eating.

Learn coping strategies for stress management and for healthy eating habits on our site, as it is filled with sensible and safe tips on every health related subject.

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" Tactical Pants for Preppers: Do You Need Them?"

The idea of purchasing tactical pants just in case of a crisis may seem ridiculous to some people. After all, pants are just pants right? Why can’t one just wear a pair of denim jeans and call it a day?

There are several reasons why tactical pants are not only helpful during a crisis, but are actually a necessity for preppers. You may have noticed that the military makes its soldiers wear combat uniforms with extra pockets. Nobody’s wearing jeans into battle.

* Durability
One of the key reasons why you should invest in tactical pants is the durability of the material used to make them. These pants are often made of stronger fabric and the seams are stitched in a way that prevents them from getting torn easily.

Normal pants may split at the seams if you squat too often to do manual chores (which may become the norm during a crisis). Furthermore, there are many different brands of tactical pants that are constructed out of anti-tear material which makes them almost tear-proof.

Depending on the crisis, you may be forced to bug out in the wilderness, or walk through rubble, etc. Sharp objects that would tear through a pair of jeans will not have much effect on tactical pants.

* Convenience
Because of the different pockets, you’ll be able to store many essential items on your person. Maps, a flashlight, whistle, firearm and ammo, keys, a survival knife, etc. can all be carried in these pockets easily and you can access them at anytime without having to rifle through your bug out bag constantly.

Some pants may have D-rings for keys and belt loops for firearm holsters. Because the material and belt are strong and usually made of nylon, the constant friction between the objects and the pants will not wear the material out.

* Safety
Some types of tactical pants come with padding for the knee and seat areas. This will help to keep you comfortable and protect your knees if you need to start a fire or read a map on the ground.

There are some brands of tactical pants that are so strong that even a knife can’t slash through the material (https://www.scollor.com/products/tactical-waterproof-pants). This can be a life-saver during a self-defense situation if someone tries to slash your leg with a knife.

* Breathable
If you’re stuck outside in heavy rain and get soaked, denim jeans or pants made out of other material can get heavy and feel clammy against your skin. Denim will definitely become a burden to move in and may even chafe you.

Most types of tactical pants are made of material that repel liquids, dry easily and have wicking properties to remove moisture quickly. Depending on the type of pants you get, the pockets may be made of waterproof material to keep your belongings dry.

This can be a huge bonus if you want your essential items to stay dry during wet situations or inclement weather.

* Comfort
The hard truth is that most survival situations will be uncomfortable. You may be forced to sleep in areas you don’t want to. You might not have access to water to wash your clothes and so on.

At times like these, tactical pants are stretchable and comfortable enough to wear throughout the day. They’re made of breathable material so that you stay cool. You can wear them to bed and if you’re bugging out in the wilderness, these pants will protect your legs from mosquito bites.

By now you’ll realize that there is much more to tactical pants than meets the eye. The benefits above are just a few of many. You’ll only understand how useful these pants are when you try them out.

They great for both men and women. Get a pair and test it out. Add your essential items in the pockets. See how elastic the webbing is and if you’re comfortable walking around in them with the equipment inside.

You’ll be so impressed that you may buy several pairs and even use them for your fishing trips or camping activities. Get one today and you’ll be glad you did.

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