However, I actually find that it’s quite common to feel some sense of this as the year draws to a close, especially when we’re not satisfied with what we’ve achieved throughout the year or the results that we were wanting to create haven’t come to fruition.

I noticed in myself these past few weeks, actually, a growing sense of weariness.  It surprised me a bit, but because I was able to step out of it and become an observer, I was then able to move beyond it more quickly than I have in the past.

How about you?  What is your feeling state these days as 2011 comes to a close?

If you do indeed find yourself in a state of weariness, or you have experienced this state at one time or another, listen in to the tip below for some suggestions on how to shift out of this energy quickly and with ease.  There’s no need to feel alone, and there is no reason to stay stuck.

Just click on the triangle; the tip is 5 minutes long.

After listening, leave a comment to let you me know what your usual response is when you’re experiencing a state of weariness, and what you’re now going to do differently in order to move out of it more quickly.

If you’re already feeling some stress around the upcoming holiday season, you’ll definitely want to listen in right away.

The tip that I share is very helpful for any area of your life, really, that you’re feeling stretched thin in, not just with anticipatory holiday stress.  I think you’ll find the perspective that I share particularly helpful if you struggle with saying no, as so many women and moms do.

In today’s audio post I wanted to share with you a new kind of tea that I’ve recently been enjoying.  It’s called Tulsi Tea, and it contains ingredients that might help your body deal more effectively with the negative effects of stress.  It’s also caffeine-free, which makes it a great alternative to coffee!

Interested in learning more?  Go ahead and have a listen by clicking on the player below (just click the sideways triangle; the audio is about 4 minutes in length).

The link to purchase Tulsi Tea (no, I’m not an affiliate; at least not yet;-) is: 

     http://www.OrganicIndiaUSA.com

Are there any kinds of tea that you particularly enjoy?  If so, leave a comment to let myself and others know what might be worth trying.

Audio Tip Download–>Stress — Emotional Reserves

Which tip resonated with you the most?  Leave a comment to share.

You can listen to the episode by clicking on the player below, or you can download the episode to your MP3 player by clicking here.

What is your typical reaction pattern when it comes to stress?  Leave me a comment to share what your experience has been like.

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How To Have a Mental Breakdown in 11 Easy Steps

By Jason Kotecki

Have you ever wondered to yourself, “How can I add more stress to my life?” Of course, we all have. But now, for the first time ever, comes a comprehensive guide to take the guesswork out of getting stressed. Never before has such a thorough, step-by-step guide to your very own mental breakdown been published, be it online or off. If you can master these easy to follow instructions, you too can be the envy of all your friends and find yourself well on your way to a life you’ve only dreamed of!

1. Treat traffic jams exactly as they are: carefully planned and sinister conspiracies designed to keep you from your destination.
2. Pack your day so full that you are not distracted by superficial things like the sunset, the smell of roses, or the toddler smiling at you from across the grocery aisle.
3. Avoid the time wasting activity known as sleep. For best results, try to keep it under four or five hours per night.
4. Take everything seriously because, obviously, it is.
5. Don’t fall into the trap of expecting big, amazing, wonderful things to happen. They probably won’t and you’ll just end up disappointed anyway. And while you’re at it, pat yourself on the back for outgrowing the silly practice of believing in things like Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, and God.
6. Make sure you eat most meals either in the car, near the microwave, or from your recliner. If someone invites you to join them for a dinner that is likely to last more than fifteen minutes, respectfully decline.
7. Don’t bother asking questions. You probably know all the answers anyway. If you don’t, just act like you do. And remember, “Because we’ve always done it this way” is a perfectly good answer to a almost every question.
8. You can take some time for yourself, but only if you’e caught up on all of your work, your e-mail inbox is completely empty, your bills are paid, and your junk mail has all been alphabetically sorted. And the grass has been cut.
9. If someone drags you on some sort of “vacation,” be sure to bring your beeper. Also, figure out the total time you’ll be on said “vacation” and plan things to do and see that will accommodate roughly double or triple that time.
10. Spend most of your waking hours — remember, you should be shooting for about 20 of those a per day — doing things that completely drain you. You know, the stuff you’d never do in a million years if they didn’t pay you such a good salary.
11. If all else fails and you forget the other guidelines, a handy shortcut is to observe a child and do the exact opposite.

As you can see, a complete and utter mental breakdown does not require any extraordinary skills. By following these simple steps, literally anyone can have one. However, a failure to comply with the majority of the steps listed here may result in a life that is less-stressed and more fun and fulfilling. Good luck!

Jason Kotecki is an artist, author, and professional speaker. Jason and his wife Kim (a former kindergarten teacher) make it their mission in life to fight Adultitis and help people use strategies from childhood to create lives with less stress and more fun. Learn more at www.KimandJason.com.

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I definitely can relate to so many of the steps that Jason shared, but lately I have been especially prone to step #4 – taking everything seriously.  Which step(s) most resonated with you?  Leave a comment to let me know.

 Audio Tip Download–>  stress~physicalreserves

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TELECLASS #5:

A Healthier You:  Has Chronic Stress Become the New Normal For You?

What:  Free 45-minute Teleclass

Date:  Monday, March 15, 2010

Time:  8:30 – 9:15 p.m. eastern time

Call-In #:  1-718-766-4712 

What’s a typical day like for you?  Do you often find yourself in a state of frenzy, rushing from task to task, with little, if any, downtime?  Then be sure to join Amy and Theresa as they explore the impact of stress and share some concrete steps you can begin taking to minimize its effects.

Sound like this might be true for you?  Tune in below to hear more.