QUIZ: How stressed are you?

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Registered: 03-26-2003
QUIZ: How stressed are you?
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Mon, 02-27-2006 - 5:03pm

Here's a great little quiz from BeliefNet... don't forget to tell us how you scored!  :-)  http://www.beliefnet.com/healthandhealing/getcontent.aspx?cid=21276&WT.mc_id=NL54


 


 


 

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Registered: 04-22-2003
Wed, 03-01-2006 - 10:24pm

I was a 58.


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Registered: 02-22-2006
Thu, 03-02-2006 - 7:00pm

Gosh, M, I think it's challenging to be as optimistic as we once were, given for just one thing, the world we live in today. Think about the collective karma of things like war, and terror, and some of what it means when we ask ourselves questions like, who is the real terrorist? Between war, hurricanes, and the tsunami, we've all been on a draining, emotionally charged roller-coaster ride these past few years. (some having faced much worse than others, sadly) The continuous blissfully carefree days are reserved for the very young, and the ostriches. ;o) Doesn't mean, though, that we can't get away from it all, and give ourselves some well deserved rest.

I still like to think in terms of balance, and maintaining perspective, and so recognizing when I need to take the "be good to self" respite is half the battle. I have a swing in the middle of my flower/herb garden, and a few melodic chimes, that fill my soul when they catch the breeze. {Re}connecting with nature is important spirit time for me, and maybe especially for those of us who live in urban areas of "high" development. I am still my tree loving self, and at least once a day I need to go out and sit with some of this planet's gorgeous natural offerings. I think you probably remember me telling you how much I love the decadence of a long, fragrant bath? The world could be falling apart around me, but it will need to wait 30 minutes if I'm in my garden tub. ;o) Part of the way I stay together is by taking care of myself.

Sounds like you know exactly what to do, M, and when it is that you need some nurturing time. Don't be afraid to give to yourself, even more so due to the extra stressful times, and messages we face today. Think of it as turning down the volume when the world gets too noisy.

Take good care, with an abundance of lovies, and hugs sent your way.

xxoox
Susan

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Registered: 11-21-2005
Fri, 03-03-2006 - 12:10am

An 82 isn't so bad for owning your own business and working 14 hours a day as well as being a wife and Mom. A year ago I know it would have been far worse. I've come along way, baby!

Peace,
Sheryl

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Registered: 01-20-2006
Fri, 03-03-2006 - 11:53pm

Thank you, Susan {{{{hug}}}}} gosh it's so wonderful to be reading a Susan-post again. (*grin*) I have always luved and admired your outlook on *Self*.

I went through a "shattering" (at a very deep level) a few months back. I'm kind of trying to pick up the pieces and I guess some-times I'm just not gentle enough in allowing my Self to *be* where I *am*. I want to be someplace else, I want it "all better, right now", I want the pain to just stop (even 'tho I know better). Sometimes I pour myself into my studies to try to stop the pain. I've not been doing the *real* work that I need to do . . . on Self. But I'm starting to hear that familar voice again that wants me to "Be Still", to *be*, to love my Self and to take care of my Self. Starting to feel the pull towards things I truly need, paying attention to the signals, and noticing that Spirit is there waiting for me . . . . .

Beginning . . . anew . . . just like Spring . . . . *sigh*

Thank you, Sweet Lady, it was truly heart~ful to read your post!

Lots~a~Luv, "M"

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Registered: 02-22-2006
Sun, 03-05-2006 - 3:17pm

Here to listen, M, anytime. You can always e-mail me at seasusan@satx.rr.com, or give me a call. There's always a shoulder, open ears, and warm hugs for you here. You can do whatever it is you set your heart, and mind to, M, this I know. I understand all too well that sometimes we just gotta go through the muck to feel the sun shining. And sometimes it rains, and rains. All in good time.

Remember that you are loved! {{{{{Hugs}}}}}

xxoox
Susan

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Registered: 10-06-2003
Sun, 03-05-2006 - 7:10pm

Yikes

My stress level was 179
Your score indicates a high level of stress - most likely chronic stress. A score in this range represents dissatisfaction with key areas of life which could put you at a high risk of developing a stress-related illness. You need to take immediate action to reduce your stress.

What can I say except school is taking up way too much time in my life and putting way too much pressure on me. Add a few kids into the pot and a dysfunctional family and I am headed for trouble....thank goodness I graduate in May and can move on with my life and sort things out.

**Star**

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