Mabuhay! -- This blog is a smorgasbord of different topics that reflect the author's day to day interests and thoughts, ranging from personal views, technology news, world-related events, and certain relevant information about the author's place of origin, the Philippines. This blog is just as complex as the author's background. Read on.
Saturday, May 03, 2008
Just For Fun: The One Phrase You Can't Mess With
"Oh my darling please don't touch me!"
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Stress Busting Techniques In The Digital Age
- Never dwell on something for hours unless it is life threatening
It is always easy to sink into the couch and watch TV endlessly, or work on the computer for hours, or perhaps get lost in a very exciting video game. Yes, it is very convenient and it is also very unhealthy. You could lose track of time, precious time that could be used in some other beneficial endeavors.
How to avoid it?
Set a goal to take a break every 30-min, 1-hour or 2-hour intervals and be sure to comply.
Here's a trick that will really help--I call it the 'bottomless drink' technique. Drink a full glass of low-calorie beverage (water is highly recommended) before you do a prolonged activity. In an hour or so, your bladder fills up and you can't resist the urge to dispose of, thus, you will be compelled to abandon whatever you are doing at the moment, forcing you a break--your much needed break.
- Breathe
Oxygen is important for all bodily functions. Your brain which is a vital organ is the primary consumer of the oxygen that you take in. Take time to breathe. It is as essential as drinking, sleeping and eating. Set a few minutes in a day and devote it primarily for breathing exercises.
- Release your inner tension in a creative way
If your body has been subjected to stress for a long while tension builds up inside your body and this could progress to more serious illnesses. Find a way to let it out.
Frustrated? Angry?
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