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Creating Tranquility
My message is unique and, hopefully, simple and easy to apply. It is about creating a tranquil life in the midst of an anxious world. It is about how you can enhance your brain's natural tranquilizers and push back the inroads of stress.
It is unlikely that you can ever escape totally from this high-stress world. … If you want to preserve your sanity and achieve a healthy life, you have to make some choices and resolve to live a balanced life. By a “balanced” life, I mean that, like a marathon runner, you must learn how to pace yourself. You give it all you've got going uphill and rest as much as you can going downhill. You try to balance the drain on your energy so that you can “go the distance.”
You can't escape the realities of your high-stress world. You certainly can't turn back the clock to simpler times — although, I must confess, this is a wonderful fantasy that I occasionally indulge as a form of escape. I frequently reflect on the many happy childhood times I had with my grandparents. They lived a simple, country life. They were totally self-sufficient, tilling a small piece of land and raising their own food. They saved wisely for their retirement and spent little money during the bleak years of the Second World War. With only a short-wave radio to connect them to the rest of the world, life seemed simple yet luxurious to me as a child. There was a sense of unhurriedness and simple pleasures. All the money in the world couldn't buy such luxury in today's world. It is not for sale; you have to create it.
Background Information
Widespread Anxiety
Here's a look at the frequency and types of anxiety problems.
Making Good Decisions
What to do about avoidance — one of the biggest time wasters around.
Symptoms of Anxiety
Here's how to recognize the signs of anxiety disorder.
Questions and Answers
Are anti-anxiety medications absolutely necessary? Is it possible, for instance, to cure repeated anxiety attacks without them?
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Are some anti-anxiety medications safer and less addictive than others?
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Do anti-anxiety medications have to be taken forever?
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Review Frequently Asked Questions
Stories
Strapping on the Nitro
Stress can be more dangerous than you think.
Sweet Escape?
Chocolate: What tastes so good going down may leave you empty.
The Journey
One man's tale of traveling through anxiety and panic disorder to the other side.
If you've been through a experience related to this topic, we invite you to share your story with others.Share Your Story
Other Things to Consider
Don't Sweat the Small Stuff
If you sweat the small stuff, it's time to learn how to break free from the control freak inside of you.
What Really Matters?
Your answer to the question of priorities can make the difference between success and failure.
Trading Anxiety for Peace
Embracing peace can begin with a switch in perspective.
A Spiritual RX for Healthy Mind and Body
A new study of bereaved spouses shows a significant link between religious faith and the ability to heal after a loss. It's just one more confirmation of the faith/health connection.
Learning to Roll With Change
It's not the most fun you'll ever have, but the results are worth it.
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