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Ken asks…Does anyone have healthy ways to release stress?I am 15 and have to take care of my three brothers constantly. They drive me nuts! I don't get to do a lot of things because of them. I just don't want to end up getting all psycho and hating anyone and everyone. Since I can't go anywhere a lot I need to do stress release at my house. I listen to music for a calm factor ( I'm even listening to it right now) but the tenseness in my chest won't go away. Does anyone know good ways to

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Jenny asks…Any good ways to to calm nerves?I'm starting a new job and I get incredibly nervous before every meeting we have. I know that things will get better with time but I'm looking for some temporary relief from the nerves/stress. Supposedly lavender is supposed to make you calm but does it really work? Any other (not obvious) suggestions to make me more calm?Nancy answers:Almost everyone has nervous jitters at sometime during their life. There are many ways to calm your nerves and

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Donald asks…When do you think marijuana we be legal?Not addictive
Never PROVEN to cause cancer.
A great stress reliever.
Nothing a responsible adult can't handle.
No side effects expect the munchies.
Its only a matter of time, so when do you think it will be legal?Nancy answers:Not addictive my ass.
Marijuana, just like any other drug is addictive.
Please, I've seen people who couldn't even make it to breakfast without smoking a spliff.

Side effects: kills brain cells. Dialates blood

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Thomas asks…My kitty needs your help.is there any natural pain relief?My cat was urinating on the furniture and was tested for urinary tract infection, she tested negative but was given Prozac to help with a possible stress problem. She had prozac for 2 weeks then she was off of it. She hasn't taken any Prozac for about a month now. Now in the past few weeks she has stopped urinating on furniture and has started crying before she has a bowel movement. The BM is not overly solid and not

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Betty asks…Teenager going through LOTS of stress?i need MULTIPLE different extra strength stress relievers.
i'm almost 16, i'm dealing with family issues, friends, relationships, school, teachers, and life stress situations. i've tried writing, it didn't help. I've talked to people, didn't help. running helps, but only sometimes.
what are some AMAZING stress relievers i can do?Nancy answers:What do you like to do for fun? Try doing something you enjoy, maybe even do it by yourself. I always

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Mandy asks…Dislike to hang out with someone who is at your age?is that a problem? as i prefer to hng out with someone who is totally diff age from me..as i feel more comfortable n relief my stress. i do hang out with someone who's the same age with me bt thts only with my good friends..is this a probln? ifit dos, how can i handle it?Nancy answers:No, i would not worry about this at all :). I am sure that a lot of people feel either pressured or overwhelmed when talking to people of their age,

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Sharon asks…What can i do not to be so stress out about school?i'm failing chemistry and geometry i don't what to do it upsets the hell out of me i have no support at home about my grades my mom tells me do whatever i want to about school. School stuff idc what yall people say studing for one test then the next day u have another test u forgot to study for. i've never had failing grades until i reach gay high school which everybody says it suppost to be fun and i hate it. I thought about

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Charles asks…How do you spell relief on a really sucky day....?For me... I see my daughter and my GF... and Then its into the home gym to take out a lil stress on the heavy bag.Nancy answers:Beer and working out.

And if it's a really bad day, both at the same time.Nancy asks…what is the most relaxing type of massage?relief for stress.Nancy answers:It's really personal preference! I am a massage therapist and find that many people find a Swedish massage most relaxing, especially with the

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Steven asks…Is it lawful to shoot birds that come in my garden?Aside from the damage they do to my lawn I quite enjoy it and find it's a stress reliever. For instance last Sunday I bagged up a Robin, 2 sparrows and a song thrush. I usually just give them to my cat when I'm finished.Nancy answers:I sellotape breadcrumbs to the window sill and watch the birds headbang themselves to death..Joseph asks…How do I contact a major manga company in Japan? I'd really like a site too. ?The company is

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Sandra asks…stressed out I need relief?I'm a junior in high school and silly me decided too take AP classes. I'm only taking two but it's alot since i only came from normal classes. My mom doesn't let me go out and she doen't let my friends come over and on monday's and wensday's she forces me too go to kungfu classes (i'm a black belt) and now she making me go to tutoring everyday. Also she won't sign the paper too get me out of my AP classes. So as a result I am stressing out to the max(and

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Donald asks…Can Severe Stress Cause Distorted Thinking? Please Advise Really Worried?I have severe anxiety disorder and have been under a lot of stress and worrying all of the time. Like my brain won't switch off. Drinking heavy lately also to release stress.
This is really hard to describe; but this happened twice during being on the computer.
My focus and attention of what i was on, felt like it slipped away to something nonsensical for a couple seconds, something i can't even remember

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James asks…Is taking medicine for no reason bad?Im 17yr old male and I take like three Tylenol's and an aspirin all at one time usually just to relieve common stress. What are the side affects? Is this bad, b/c it does help relief my stress.Nancy answers:Dont use them thorougly.........pray to god for the relief of your stressMary asks…why can't you drink yogi tea if you are under 18?i just bought a box and noticed that it said you have to be over 18.
i am 15.
(i have the stress relief

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Jenny asks…If I had alot of stress lately, and I worked out Hard at the gym too and got chest pains does it mean rest?Lets say I stressed alot over the last 3 weeks, and I worrked out super hard, to release stress, instead, I get chest pains...

Lets say Now i rest for 1 week, Should my heart be Stronger than the day 1 when I first started to stress?

For example my question is, after my heart rested, and I have no more stress for 1 week, and i start stressing for 3 weeks and work out hard

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Jenny asks…Why do married people fight after they have sex?i thought sex was suppose to Relief them of stress.

I noticed people coming out of hotels after wild sex and then they start fighting while they are dinner or going out.Nancy answers:Emotions are on a pendulum. First they swing one way then they can rapidly swing the other.

Go to sleep after sex.Helen asks…How do I convince my friend to sleep with me?Ok, this might seem strange...
I am friends with a pretty attractive girl. We

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Sandy asks…Who enjoys boxing just for the fun of it?I love backyard boxing and I take a weight training class at a local junior college. I take my boxing gloves with me hoping to find someone in class to box with. It is a good workout and stress reliever.Nancy answers:I enjoy boxing purely for the fun of it, though when I get in the ring in a competition then it's a completely different story. Boxing with my buddies is for the fun since there is no money or fame at stake, ring action is when

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Charles asks…Cymbalta for major stress???I am not depressed person by nature, but I am stressed out from just everyday life lately. Sometimes I become a little depressed because there seems to be no relief for my stress. Its like a cycle. My doc gave me a RX for Cymbalta but I don't see any indications in the literature that it relieves stress, it seems that it is for depression only. I am on day 2.. willing to take a chance.. Please share your experiences.. Thanks so much!
extraex- thanks

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Daniel asks…Hormone imbalance causes 9 years no period and stress hormone causes 11 days vomiting nonstop?i have been taking hormone pills, as those pills will thicken up my blood. i tried many different brand of hormone pills but so far the one i m taking is called "yasmin" and it works fine for me.All the specialist told me that i m fine by scanning and so on, but why isn't no cure for my case, they been advising me to take hormone pills, but the natural hormone is not releasing, how can

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Thomas asks…Are SSRI's (Celexa, etc.) classified as sedatives?I think they are. I am on Celexa, and whenever I have coffee or the least amount of caffeine it totally wacks out my system. (AKA ingesting stimulant when drug is a sedative = not good). HOWEVER< i'm thinking about taking Indian ginseng for energy/stress relief, but am advised NOT to take it if I"m also taking a sedative. So, any help on this Q?Nancy answers:Celaxa is an anti-depressant (I took it for six months until I

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Mandy asks…Is it advisable to work out while suffering from the flu?I enjoy a good work out and its a great stress reliever after a hectic day, but I'm feeling a bit under the weather. Do reckon its safe for me to have a workout tonight?Nancy answers:Your body is trying to fight off an infection. Give it some rest. Go home put on comfortable pajamas and lay in bed and watch some tv. Get some crackers and a glass of juice and relax. Take medicine and dont do anything else. Your immune

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William asks…what is energy drink of the tennis player in the match time?which they consumed in match time to get quick and fast relief from stress.Nancy answers:Energy drink -
Today's top players are religious about their nutrition:

Before: Maximise glycogen stores before play using hi-carb nutrition for carbo-loading.
During: Replenish used-up glycogen at a maximum rate using complex carbohydrate-protein drinks.
After: Most importantly they recover using high-protein and carbohydrate

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Susan asks…Is screaming obscenities at farm animals while driving through the country a healthy way of relieving stress?I don't do it unless I'm all alone due to some strange looks I've received from passengers in the not-so-distant past but a guy has to release all that negative energy somehow, right?Nancy answers:It sounds like a rad way to vent anger if it works! No one gets hurt, and you feel better.George asks…Wedding stress!?Is anyone else really stressed out over wedding planning?

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Sandra asks…Some people say when you smoke green tea the antioxidants get burned away what about if you smoke peppermint?peppermint makes you stomach feel better and other things usually makes you feel better after you eat something so wouldn't smoking peppermint tea do the same as drinking it not to mention when you smoke tea its like a cigarette it makes you relief of stress and calm.Nancy answers:Don't smoke for your health, doesn't work. Peppermint might e expected to have an effect

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Charles asks…good stress relievers?plz help me. i am so stressed with my failing grades and with my friends and so on. and i was wondering if anyone can give me good stress tips like medetation or anything... plz help me. and thanx in advanced.Nancy answers:Try concentrating on positive things that make you feel happy and relaxed. Read a funny book. Dress in colors that are cheerful. Sit quietly and breathe deeply for 10 to 15 minutes while you try to clear your mind of clutter and worry.

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Thomas asks…Is it horrible that I feel nothing but relief that my stepson is going back to live with his mom?I have had nothing but stress and frustration since my stepson moved in with us in May. We took custody of him because his mom was at her wits end dealing with his behavior and we thought a change in environment would help him. We also put him in counceling, but nothing has changed. It has been getting worse. He lies, steals, and just out right causes trouble. The first 6 weeks is not

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John asks…How do I resist the urge to pull hairs out from the side of my chin?I'm not sure if I have trichotillomania. I have urges to pull little hairs out on the side of my chin. I think it comes from anxiety, but I'm not sure how to stop. It's become a habit. It feels really relaxing to pull one out. How can I replace this habit with a better stress-reliever, and also break it for good? Thanks.Nancy answers:First of all, get rid of all the hairs coming out of the side of your chin

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Susan asks…how do male doctors treat their wives in terms of relationship? Is it through that stress is prevalent?There is a saying : who will watch the watchman? Are doctors' mental health generally well-taken care of? Most of them would not seek medical help, with their high prevalence of stress, due to stigmatism of the profession.

Like in the SGP news, where a consultant was reported for abusing his wife -- is that a relief of stress?

How do male doctors normally treat their wives? esp.

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Thomas asks…and i feel so bore in my office, what to do? the answer should be sometthing that releasing stress.?i always feel bore, in bed on Saturday late morning, in the office sick of cubic space and smell of air-conditioner, when waiting for flight in airport...help me please.Nancy answers:Bring an ipod and listen to music.. Play sudoku or some kind of word game.. You can play internet games like scrabble.. Pool.. Like on yahoo games.. Umm bring a squeezy ball with you..Charles asks…Is

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Nancy asks…What time would be a fast mile?I have not timed myself in a long time, run for fun/stress relief. This evening though, ran a 5 minute 39 second mile and had some in the tank afterwards. I'm 28 years old, 5'5, 130lbs. Am I kidding myself, or is breaking into 4 minutes feasible for me? I have no specific regiments or training...run when I feel like it...rest when my body tells me. Also, What is considered an olympic time?Nancy answers:Ok, ignore everyone else and listen to me.

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Betty asks…Should I start having sex to treat my PTSD?I have PTSD (A stress problem caused by trauma). Sex is a natural stress reliever, and although I'm not able to take stress relieving medications (for medical reasons), I am healthy enough for sex. I am getting exercise, and going to therapy, and to physical therapy to regain my health as best I can, but I have been avoiding dating since I lost my husband a few years ago. Should I start having sex to improve my health, and reduce my

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Susan asks…I need something to hit but i don't have a punching bag?well i have done a lot of anger , stress relief techniques but none of them have seem to work. The only way i can really reduce my stress is by punching a punching bag. So what I am asking is , does anybody have any idea's on what i can hit without hurting myself or others?Nancy answers:A pillow? I dunno. Or your couch or a padded chair. Just go crazy on itSteven asks…is it unhealthy to rely on porn for stress relief?thats

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Jenny asks…Do you think middle school children should have recess?Kids get so tired in school, they need time to release stress. Do you think they should have recess?Nancy answers:Yes and high school kids for that matter.David asks…Why do most people worry about other people?I Notice this alot in racists and some not all religious people. whats the point in criticizing another person to release stress you brought onto yourself in the first place? It does not benefit your life or buy you any

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Robert asks…What do I need for my punching/heavy bag?I just got a heavy bag for cardio/toning fitness...and stress relief.
I don't want to start hitting it without proper protection...meaning...

What is best?
Gloves, what size? My fiance will also be using them as well...
Do I need hand wraps for the gloves, or does it matter?
Which type is best? Wrist wrap, lace, slip on?
Does my weight matter?

So many questions!Nancy answers:Definitely handwraps (extra long if you can find them) to avoid

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James asks…What is the mental disorder which describes someone who loves to fight?I know. They used to call it simply having anger issues. No. It is not bipolar. I'm talking about somebody who is always searching for an adrenaline rush. Somebody who loves being in feared places and loves to feel threatened. I don't know exactly how to explain it. But they crave fighting as a gateway and stress reliever. I can understand guys. Hey. We go in back alley's and duke it out to relieve stress. Women

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David asks…What is your favorite angry song?Usually one full of vulgarities that you listen to either when you're angry or tired, it's loud and in your face. Actually, it doesn't need to fit that description, but what's your favorite angry song? Mine, right now at least, is probably "Stress Relief" by Tech N9NE or "White America" by Eminem. What's yours?
That was a pretty lame answer Metal, I'm sure you can do better than that.Nancy answers:Shoot It Out by 10 Years. Intensity.Michael

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Thomas asks…What kind of happiness does smoking and drinking bring a person?just curious- like as to why people smoke and drink- does it make them feel better or something-
release stress- unhappiness- sadness- depression!
???Nancy answers:EscapismCarol asks…Does my step dad have the right to pay someone to watch my every movement?My step dad was been telling me that he is paying someone to watch me in school but i do not know this person so everywhere i go i'm scared that i have no privacy

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Betty asks…Wouldn't you say people who rely on drugs for fun or mental relief are weak mentally?Honestly, they can't think of other things to do for fun besides getting drunk or high. Or if they have some sort of problem that either depresses then or stresses them out they can't use other solutions besides a drug?


NOTE: This applies to both recreational users and addicts a like.Nancy answers:No. They have better social lives than people who rely on the internet for theirs.Mary asks…If I

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Mandy asks…How long can stress delay your period?I've been stressing out quite a bit because two weeks ago I lost my virginity. We used a condom and there were no tears in it but I'm just really paranoid because my period was May 19 and it's been 5 days late. I keep freaking out I even bought a pregnancy test but plan on using it in two days. If stress is the cause to my delay then how long can be period be gone for? (I'm also releasing white cervical mucus)Nancy answers:The most ive had was

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George asks…To all gardners and farmers in Utah! Do you have of the following items?1.) scrape wood like ply wood in good condition
4X 4
2.) 2 in good condition windows with window screen suitable for a shed.

3.) water barrels
4.) any red bricks to make a wall with
5.) any flag stones for walk ways
6.) any left over deck lumber
7.) tea composter
8.) good old wooden bench
9.) Green hous shelves
10.) Clear Corrugated Polycarbonate

If you do and want to get rid of such items I would

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Sharon asks…What is the mental disorder which describes someone who loves to fight?I know. They used to call it simply having anger issues.

No. It is not bipolar. I'm talking about somebody who is always searching for an adrenaline rush. Somebody who loves being in feared places and loves to feel threatened. I don't know exactly how to explain it. But they crave fighting as a gateway and stress reliever. I can understand guys. Hey. We go in back alley's and duke it out to relieve stress.

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Michael asks…Is it dangerous for me to run trails by myself?I'm 22 years old. I live in a small rural town where nothing ever happens, crime-wise, except drugs. I like to do my runs alone because it's my stress relief time. It's peaceful.

Where I go is secluded, especially in winter. I do have my cell on me always.

Am I being reckless?

Or have I been watching Criminal Minds too much...? lolNancy answers:It's okay, but if you want to feel safer, bring to your runs some pepper spray just in

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John asks…Should I participate in a belt fight?Once in a while, the guys in my dorm get together and do stupid male bonding things like have belt fights and play sting pong. Maybe it's stress release, maybe it's from boredom. I don't know. Sometimes I've watched, but I've never participated. I can tell it hurts, especially the belts, but nobody gets seriously injured. Part of me thinks it's stupid, but part of me wants to try it. Maybe to be part of the crowd. Maybe just to see if I can take

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George asks…Would asking your teacher for their number be weird?I've started running laps with my gym teacher every morning as a method of stress relief, and actually, it's been working quite well, not to mention I've also lost a bit of weight. :D

But the summer is coming and school's going to be out soon, and I'm really worried about getting stressed out again, so i thought about asking my teacher if we'd be able to meet up during the summer for the occasional run around the city. Do you

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Mary asks…I need some good stress relievers.?I am always really busy with school work and my extracaricular activities. I never get enough sleep because I stay up late doing homework. I feel like I have no time for myself and it is starting to get to me. Do you have any good stress relievers?Nancy answers:Make a list of your routine activity,spare some time for other activities, even a short walk can reduce stress.Remember ,when you face difficulty do not lose faith in yourself.Lisa

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James asks…stress outlets......?okay, my boy, I love him dearly. He is the most important person in my life and I want to be able to say that years from now. With the way he is dealing with his stress. Bottling it up inside, it isn't working for him. He's keeping to himself lately, and being very depressed. He admits to having this issue. He doesn't know why he is keeping everything inside. But I want to help him and by doing so, Im seeing about stress reliefs. It might be a long shot, but it

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Sandy asks…Its been a stressful day.. Is sex the best reliever?Oh this day has been insane, with two hundred different things just going on. Finally though, the kids are asleep, and everything quiet. I am wound up in a tight ball though. My husband is late at work tonight, but will be home soon. Let's just say I am going to be glad to see him. I feel like I just want to take some stress on his penis lol. Is sex a good stress reliever for you? God I wish he would get his fine butt home

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John asks…can smoking be a relife of stress ?i am still really young 14, but me and my best-friend started smoking already. In the passed 2 months i have become seriously addicted... I feel like it is a Relief of stress, as i have moved out of my moms house and in with my dad and i turn to it every time. my dad knows about me smoking but he cant stop me and noes what im going through as he has started smoking when he was 13
please help im scared of dieing young but cant stop myself!!!!Nancy

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Lisa asks…why do people believe smoking releases stress? ?Is there scientific research to back this theory up ?Nancy answers:The act of controlled deep breathing is actually very relaxing and is the reason why smokers think it is the cigarette making them more relaxed. It is actually the breathing.John asks…What is a good rap song to listen to when your real pissed off at some one?My friend just kinda pissed me off and now i need a good rap song to listen to. Its kinda like my way to

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Paul asks…How do you instantly alterate your state of mind?When you want to relief your stress and pain, what do you do?Nancy answers:Charles_simao - I TAP. I use Emotional Tapping or EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique). In EFT you apply gentle acupressure tapping to specific body points to release emotions (like stress). EFT is easy to learn (you can learn the basics in 15-30 minutes). You can use EFT anytime, anywhere for any emotional or physical issue. One basic round of EFT takes

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Susan asks…Can I refuse to sign a release form to remove my name from a business partnership?My business partner wants the pet sitting business for herself. That is fine with me but she wants my half without giving me any compensation for my half. We did not have a written agreement, just both our names on the partnership filing to the IRS. Can I refuse to sign that release form and if so does that mean we are still legally a partnership until I sign the form? Stressed :(Nancy answers:Of

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James asks…how do i deal with stress that my girlfriend is giving me?ive been really depressed for the last 2 days considering that my girlfriend broke up with me becuase she said we had no connection:/ she said that no one will ever be as good as me and shee will never love anyone eles, so its been 4 days now and shes allready liking another guy and kissed him me and her were together for 6 and a half months and she said she wasent gonna ever break up with me but sure enough she did i really

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Robert asks…If you have pain on your body and you apply ice or a pain reliever, shouldn't the pain go away?I have a throbbing pain in my left knee ligament area. It's been happening almost all day. I did not do anything to stress out the area and have not ever had any injury there in past. Anyway, right now, I put some biofreeze on it and also ice on it. I want to know if the pain should go away with the application of the pain reliever and ice--shouldn't ice at least numb the spot so

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Richard asks…School is really stressful, i need some kind of relief before i loose my mind?When i go to school its stressful .. i'm sure all of you know that
i'm a senior in high school btw.
and when i get home, i'm always feel as if i'm reminded by job loss in our family etc.
and there is no sense of relief no matter what ? !


what can i do to take the edge of and relive my stress ,,,Nancy answers:Try joining a club after school, where you can hangout, in a stress free environment and

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Jenny asks…Is tightening and releasing muscles a good way of removing stress?Nancy answers:It's a good way. It's not the only way, but it's a good way.Lizzie asks…What do you DO to relieve stress?And to release some tension when you are stressed?

Whats ur zodiac sign?Nancy answers:Oh wow my mind went to a dirty place after reading this question... *Ahem*

To keep it PG... Watch movies, read books, play video games, go on the computer, go for a drive, and eat.

Pisces.

Oh, good bye small

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Sandy asks…Looking for some relief from sleep talking and nightmares.?I have many extremely detailed dreams every night. When I wake, I can go on for hours detailing every aspect of each dream. And each night I talk and yell in my sleep. Sometimes I can hear myself talking. I will wake myself up. I continue talking while I am waking up. I also have terrible, terrible nightmares as well. I am angry and violent in these dreams. It is stange because my life is calm and I have no stress.

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Nancy asks…I am very stressed out. What are some good stress relievers?I was thinking retail therapy lol
Anybody have any other ideas?Nancy answers:Marijuana is far better for relieving stressMandy asks…Stress Relievers??It seems that nothing is really going my way this summer and it's making me really stressed out and then I end up snapping at my friends and making them not like me.
If anyone can think of a good stress reliever that will help me remain calm and still have fun, PLEASE help

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Jenny asks…What do you do when you are stressed out?Some stress relief measures please?

I've been rather stressed out recently maybe its the way i think or handle things or it is just me.

But I think I really require some help.

Any ideas??Nancy answers:Talk to a friend about what has you stressed,
write about it in a journal
be proactive...if there is something you can do about the stressful situation, do it. If there isn't anything you can do about it, then find a constructive way to get

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James asks…Girls: Do you think nature compensates you for your stress with the ability to have multiple orgasms?And for each orgasm to relieve stress and help you release emotion in additon to make you feel REALLY good?
# 1, is that a yes? A no?
Sorry to hear that # 3.Nancy answers:Hells yeah babyyLinda asks…what is the best way to release tension?I've lured myself into a high stress lifestyle. I don't let out my emotions and they tend to build up inside. I dont feel like crying or

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Betty asks…School stress reliefs?Ive been really stressed out by school lately and havent had time to do much at home due to all of my homework. I have honors and ap classes so im slamed with homework every day. Is there anything i can do to relieve some of my stress other than videogames/books/ or medicines? I dont have much time in the day and dont want to get addicted or have bad side affects from medicine.Nancy answers:Me too.
1st go to sleep when ur tired! Thers no point in pushing ur

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Jenny asks…Good stress relievers/Good ways to deal with stress?Got any tips? - I need some right now.Nancy answers:Take a hot bath,watch your favorite movie,listen to music,talk to friendsLisa asks…Any good Stress relievers?So im in the middle of exams and i am so stressed.
I cant sleep. Every night im awake for at least like 3 hours.
whats a good stress reliever????Nancy answers:I guess you're asking about over the counter remedies. Some people prefer antihistamines to get to sleep like

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Mary asks…Does Proloftin work for anxiety relief?I've been thinking of getting Proloftin because I tend to be anxious a lot. Does it work for anxiety/stress? Are there any side effects?Nancy answers:According to http://www.proloftin.com/faq.php there are no side effects and it helps to reduce stress, promote relaxation, etc, etc. Granted, this is their website, so they'll have whatever claims they want to make, but they list the ingredients at http://www.proloftin.com/research_home.php
The

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William asks…what are some good stress relievers?how do you get rid of stress?Nancy answers:Having sex is a good stress reliever.Richard asks…What R Some quick stress relievers while @ work?Pls someone give me ideas on what to do when u get stressed out some days @ work . My job is ok for the most part, but as an admn asst sometimes u jus get tired of assisting everyone at once!Nancy answers:Meditation. Holisticonline.com. Just stretch or pray to godJenny asks…Right now I'm not likng my

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Mary asks…My friend is looking for a job and is committed to going on a vacation?with her fiance's parents around thankgiving. They spent a lot of money on tickets and other expenses so she feels she can't back out. She needs this trip for the stress relief as well. If she gets an interview she plans on telling them that she is taking this trip at the end of November. I think this will jeopardize her chance of getting a job and told her so but she said there is nothing she can do. What's

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Nancy asks…what chemical is released during the fight or flight response due to stress?please help! it's for a health review for my finals. thanks SO much!Nancy answers:Two chemicals actually - epinephrine and norepinephrine (also known as adrenaline and noradrenaline, respectively). Want some bonus points? They're both released from the adrenal medulla which is found above your kidneys. Good luck on your health reviews!George asks…How to release negative energy in my home?If you're going

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Richard asks…what is your point of view on crying?Do you think crying is a sign of weakness or stress relief. We have been discussing crying in our class during Debating. We were talking about why girls have the right to cry, but for boys it is a sign of weakness. Why do you think boys aren't "allowed" to express emotion to others?
I know I believe that everyone should and can cry. nobody should do or not do things with anybody's standards.Nancy answers:Great question..I am a guy and i was

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Steven asks…Is stress the key element in preventing the release of endorphins?Sabine M. Between reading yr answer and some of the self help articles I am more confused than ever as to whether actions which distract one and relieves stress allow the endorphins to be released or whether the release of endorphins are the cause of relieving the stress. My guess is that stress prevents the flow of endorphins whose job is to make us feel good and that includes all forms of pain relief, physical

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Nancy asks…For those in the Army or prior service in the Army?You and I both know about all the corruption and BS that goes on in the Army, whether little things or big things. I could write pages and pages on what crap goes on in the Army. My question is what do you do for stress relief? A lot of the people in my barracks get wasted, that's about it. What do you do to relieve stress of the Army life?Nancy answers:Yea trust me i kno exactly what you are talking about alll to well ..Im dealing

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John asks…i need help to decrease the stress in my friend's life?my friend is going through a difficult time and is turning to dangerous stress-relievers. i don't want to judge her for this--i want to actually do something beneficial to her. so i need ideas of things to do to help make her life easier. what are things that you can do to make someone's life easier?Nancy answers:Talk to her. Tell her your there for her. Help her when she need help- be it chores, family or finding a positive

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Nancy asks…When depressed and you crave for sex does it really matter with whom other than the fear of STDs or HIV?Hey leave love, marriage or any. How many of you will say all you wanted was only passionate sex just that. No matter who s c r e w s or what they want in return! Isn't that being genuine stress relief medicine? Will you help someone or do you accept you sometimes felt it too. DO share your opinion/Nancy answers:Many times I crave sex just for the sake of it and nothing else. I'm

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Betty asks…What are some really good stress and anger relievers?Well I tend to have mood swings sometimes for literally no reason. I also tend to get mad pretty easily. I might be bipolar so yeah.
My mom NEVERS pays any attention to me so I can't really talk to her about my problems or relieve my stress by ranting(which is ironic because she rants on and mumbles a bunch of stupid crap about how her boyfriend annoys her to me <_<) so basically, I'm usually on my own with this.

Any

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Chris asks…what kind of yoga can reduce stress and think clearly?like some simple exercises that i can do everyday for stress relief and thinking clearly to organize my time betterNancy answers:Basically Yoga should be known by a competent trainer . After initial training we can do it our self. Please approach a good teacher.John asks…I want to get relief from stress! Anybody Help me!?My girlfriend is mixing up with another male friends... Also she wants to keep her relation with me, we

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Steven asks…what do they fill stress balls with?what is it that they fill stress balls with that make them re-shape themselves? can you buy it or is there anything else you can use to get the same effect?

(im trying to make a stress ball which releases lavender for my friend's leaving cert cause she stresses loads!! i can't find them in shops)Nancy answers:The tears of squirels! Or at least, so i'm led to believe!Thomas asks…How can i handle my mom and I disagreements?My mom and i fight

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Michael asks…How to get rid of stress caused sickness?I'm 14 years old, a female. I have high anxiety and I visit a counselor every 2 weeks, but my mother doesn't think its helping me because they enjoy 'getting under my skin'

Anyway, I get stressed very easily. Small things, big things, other people's problems, friend's issues, America's issues, everything.
I get headaches, rashes, nausea, stomach-aches, cramps, migraines, shakes, cold and hot spells, and I get easily annoyed.

At the

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Robert asks…What is the deadly toxin that sea cucumber release when they get stressed or die?Nancy answers:I have never hear of a toxin but I have heard that under moderate amounts of stress, a sea cucumber will squirt water from both ends. Under extreme stress, however, the sea cucumber will regurgitate its stomach called evisceration and escape in the subsequent chaos. The stomach will regrow within a relatively brief period of time.

Also they have a compound in their skin called catch

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Daniel asks…Will you join me in a momentary fit of literary insanity?(for the sake of stress relief ... please)

How many emperor penguins celebrated the liberation of Fayettevile from the clutches of a hyperintelligent tuna sandwich during the Bosporus uprising?

If a stormy demarcation of provolone entices chalk to do the Lindy Hop, then can the anti-tussive properties of blueberries be emaciated like drowning watermelons?

Finally, migrating flocks of pantaloons often intercept sleeping

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David asks…What are good stress relievers?I am totally stressed out for some reason that i do not know, so i am looking for some good healthy ways to relieve stress that do not envolve eating or shopping.Nancy answers:What relieves stress for someone may not relieve stress for someone else but, a few ideas:

1) any form of exercise...swimming, running, walking, dancing, etc
2) listening to music
3) watching a movie/DVD/video
4) journaling your thoughts and feelings -- but try not to edit what

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Donald asks…Anger and stress?So lets' just give ya'll a quick rundown.

My name is "Bob."

Sure... Bob.

Anyways, I have some sever anger issues. Bob is a 15 year old Bi polar 1 manic depressive who flips out real easy. I don't really respond to the whole *stress ball* and *yoga* thing too well.

I used to smoke to calm myself down, but I stopped due to the urging of a friend who got me in a vulnerable state to make a promise.

So I'm basically fucked. What can I do to calm myself down when

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Paul asks…Culturally Speaking: What are some of your stress relievers?Here are some of mine,
Video Games
Going to get a massage
Going to the gun range and shooting my gun
Smoking hookah
What are yours?
@ The Boss there is no proof that Hookah causes cancer. You don't even inhale smoke when you smoke it you inhale water vapor.Nancy answers:Believe it or not: YA! It's like playing the Dozens online...:)

I also like:

Hiking
Riding (snowboard and mountain

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Michael asks…Handeling stress and anxiety?Just a bit of back ground. I have recently recovered from two severe major depressive episodes, I was hospitalised for three months, had ECT, and im currently on antidepressants. However I have been weened off my anti anxiety medication. I also suffer from social anxiety. Im currently doing my masters degree, and have a internship which is causing me ALOT of anxiety, in adition to that I am facing the possibility of being out of action for 4 weeks due

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Sandra asks…releases stress using oral sex?im 29 bachelor n im doing good executive job ..i have two beautiful Secretaries. (age 29, 19). i 'm the one who recruited them. if i'm in stress mood i used to release stress using oral sex with one of my Secretaries. is this bad habit??? anyone have similar experiences of this??
what do you think!!! polite answers plz!!
secretary's like me very well and im not goin to force oral sex with them. and im working my grandpa's company.Nancy answers:If

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Richard asks…Single mother stress PLS HELP?Ok im a 23 year old mother of a soon 2 be 5 year old son my son is great...but lately i just really stress out just basically about everything i just go laid off my job..I dont want 2 show my son how stress i am bcuz then he will start acting up i normally do alot wit him during the day but lately i havent been doin nothing wit but just brush him away so what are sum good stress relief things i can do 2 stop being so stress out n givin my son is

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Mark asks…My bf feel stress on his work..can teach me how to comfort him?my bf feel stress like shit with his work, he is organising a music concert later on,,still have 3 weeks left. I dun know what i can make him release his stress or do him some encouragement! Please help me how to do!!Nancy answers:CALL THE COPS ON HIM!!!!Thomas asks…Depression and stress building up, how do you release the pressure?hi, i'm 19 years old and i am going through a really bad depression and stress over a

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Mary asks…What are your beliefs about pain relief during labour?I intend to have an epidural, pethidene...anything!!! But some people, believe natural is best! But I think why put your body through natural stress if you don't have to?Nancy answers:I Have 4 children and had just gas and air with all four. Each person is different and whatever you feel comfortable doing, you do! Having a baby is stressful anyway without all of the discomfort. Your body will tell you how much pain relief you

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Sandra asks…Poll: Good stress relievers for when someone is driving you nuts?Can be funny heartfelt zany sarcastic whatever just HELP because someone is driving me NUTSSSSS!!!!! And someday may karma come back and bless you.
Tom: I agree. However, it becomes more complicated when you actually care about that person. And that's part of the reason they're driving you nuts. Alas I am so inexperienced!Nancy answers:Walk away.Betty asks…What do you do to relieve stress?Okay so I know all of

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Robert asks…Period Late is it stress???Hi... The last period i got was September 17th, now i have not always been regular, but i have been under a lot of stress, between money issues and looking for a job my parents down my throat. I have not had sex in a while, i did right after my last period but it was protected and he didnt even ejaculate in me (while condom was on), i have taken 2 preg. tests, just as a stress relief for me and they came up negative. I am going to contact my doctor, but

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Daniel asks…What are good things for stress?I wanted to make my girlfriend a little "gift basket for stress" type thing. I have a few things that i already have planned to give her but I wanted a few more ideas. So what are some good stress relievers? Thanks.Nancy answers:Stress Balls - Ballons filled with flour.

They are a good thing to fiddle with and to distract you from the things that are stressing you out.Linda asks…what are those steamy stress relievers called?they light up and

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Helen asks…Why is my body so sore and tense and how can I make it stop and relax?My neck has been really tense and it feels like it's in knots and my back has been stiff and hurting and same with my legs and now my arms are starting to tense up and hurt. I bought expensive stress relief lotion and i put it all over me and it only makes it feel better for only about 30 minutes. Why is my body doing this and what can I do? By the way I'm only 19.Nancy answers:You simply overworked those areas.

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Daniel asks…what are common ways to release heavy work stresses?i feel very tired evryday after my work in the hotel.Nancy answers:Music my friend..

Listen to good music, the one that brings old memories back in your head, and not those hardcore rock music..

Then lie on your bed, close your eyes and sing!

Or you could chat to somebody, or old buddies, families and other people..show some love to them by checking how they do/ how they are right now..Carol asks…How do you get over stress?

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Ruth asks…Do many people feel a great relief of tension due to "mental stress "when drink alcohol?is this why many drink alcohol?

why this is? and what exactly does "mental stress" feel like ? (physically as well as mentally) does it feel like you have a screw tightened in your brain nearly or you feel "wound up" and it is uncomfortable? how this depends? or please describe it..and how , why alcohol relieves this or "Takes the edge off"? what they mean by this expression too?

please epxlain

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Jenny asks…Do you ever take a DEEP breath in and release it weakly and slowly?Like after something bad has happened or a day of stress and you just sit down and take a deep breath and release it weakly? I always do this.. What is it?Nancy answers:Yes, that's a good idea. When you are stressed you tend to breathe at a too high rate. Doing this too much may lead to hyperventilation.

So it's good to control your breathing sometimes. Breathe in slowly through your nose, counting to 5. Hold the

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Ruth asks…Is there any natural or other relief for tinnitus?I have mild case of tinnitus after outer/inner ear infection, probably stress making it worse as it drives me insane lol. Are there any natural remedies to make it not as bad or bearable. I know i only have it mild but it still drives me crazy.Nancy answers:I have the same problem. I find that having a fan on in the room helps because it masks the sound of the ringing. There are drug options which are based on anti-anxiety pills but

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Sandy asks…Has anyone actually found cats good for relieving stress?I've read and heard that pets are good stress-relievers, is this so with cats? I can't have a dog because I'm allergic to them and wonder if a cat might be good to have.Nancy answers:Hi, so 2 questions here, and possibly most of the people who answer you dont have stress problems.

When my cardiologist turned green, sat me down, and told me not to move, and called the nurse for medication, i knew something was wrong. I have

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Donald asks…I need to find a way to relax?I have recently quit smoking the whacky tobacky, to help keep the temptation away from my brother while he deals with some legal issues, truth be told I don't miss it, but I find myself very on edge and easily set off, I have been working out and riding my bike which has increased my strength, endurance but has not been an outlet for my frustrations, if any has increased them because riding around here, it seems none of the blue tags look or care if

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Ken asks…Is there any scientific evidence to support the claim that overeating causes stress?Instead of the idea people are stressed and drawn to food, that they indeed become stressed by the quanitity, quality, rate and frequency that people overeat.

I know stress isnt quantifiable, but it may be a new perspective to those to see food as the release instead of the burden.Nancy answers:It's been proven that it's a vitiouse cycle.. One "feeds" the other... Stress causes the over eating.. And

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