Mind Over Stress

In this episode you'll discover how to instantly shift eight disempowering emotions to restore balance.Here are the eight disempowering emotions and their antidotes:Angry / Anger:  Sing;Burned Out:  Walk;Overthinking:  Write;Anxious / Anxiety: Breathe;Stressed:  Exercise;Sad:  Gratitude;Lazy:  Cold Shower;Impatient:  Reflect on Progress.---Facebook Groups Mentioned in This Episode:Karma HuBB Community. Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1153261078457091Energy Healing Network: Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/energyhealingnetwork---Host:Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Hush and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Earthworks Ethos.---Key words:stress, anxiety, emotional_balance, calm, relaxation, 

This episode highlights research and a happiness program from the University of Bristol, in the U.K. The research answers the question, "Can you learn to be happy?" The resulting program guides you through the seven happiness habits (see below) that were identified during their research.This research and program information is highlighted in the article, "Happiness can be learned but it may take practicing 7 habits", published in "Medical News Today", author Robby Berman.In addition to the seven happiness habits identified in the article, you'll discover seven additional happiness habits and how to incorporate those habits of your choosing into your day-to-day activities to build enhanced happiness and wellbeing.Here are the seven habits identified in the article:Performing acts of kindness;Increasing social connections, including initiating conversations with people you don’t know;Savoring one’s experiences;Deliberately drawing our attention to the positive events and aspects of one’s day;Practicing feeling

In this episode you discover how to calm anxiety and create a powerful Relaxation Response by combining Cyclic Breathing and 2 simple eye movements that activate the Vagus Nerve.  You learn this powerful method step by step and feel the results.---Host:Stephen Carter - https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email questions to CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Earthworks Ethos.---Key words:vagus_nerve, Relaxation_Response, stress, stress_relief, anxiety, emotional_wellbeing, mental_health,

National Say Something Nice Day shines a spotlight on the important and stress relieving benefits that flow from sharing positive, nice, kind words with and about others - and yourself. This episode offers easy to do ways of sharing nice words in everyday situations with family, friends, co-workers, and other people you interact with daily.These powerful benefits are available everytime you voice or write positive, kind, nice words. ---Host:Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Earthworks Ethos.---Key words:kindness, stress relief, kind words, ---

In this episode you discover and learn to use the SNAP method to calm racing thoughts, let go of stress, and rebalance emotions.The four-step SNAP method includes:Stop and breathe;Notice thoughts and sensations;Accept and allow without judgement what is presnt in this moment; and,Proceed with loving kindness.You receive step by step guidance to use this easy, effective method anytime you want to calm mind and body and rebalance emotions.---Host:Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod#gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded and edits with Twisted Wave. Edits with Levelator and Izotope de-reverb, final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Earthworks Ethos.---Key words:stress, stress_release, mindful, mindfulness, mindful awareness, positive_affirmations,

In this episode you discover an easy to apply stress relief method called the Butterfly Hug. Experience a sense of calm and relaxation within one minute or less applying this easy to learn and use technique.---How to Get Your Free Written 2-Page Instruction Guide:To receive the 2-page written guide, create an email with the subject line reading "Butterfly Hug Technique" and send the email to CarterMethod@gmail.com. I'll send you the guide by return email.---Host:Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Introduction recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Audacity (normalization, noise reduction, EQ), Twisted Wave, Hush, and Levelator. Microphone: Neat King Bee.Main segment recorded and edits (noise reduction, normalization, De-click, De-essing, EQ, compression 3:1). Other editing with Levelator, Hush, and final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Michrophone: ProAr C414.---Key words:stress, stress_relief, calm, relax, relaxation,

In this episode you discover why enjoying an easy walk in Mother Nature is such a powerful way to release stress, create calm, and experience consistent emotional wellbeing.---Host:Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: AudioTechnica ATR2100X.---Key words:stress, stress_relief, emotional_wellbeing, relaxation, relaxation_response

Discover a simple, effective 1-minute stress relief method you can use throughout the day to refresh and renew your emotional and physical balance.---Host:Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering done with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X---Key words:stress, breathe, breath_work, stress_relief, relax, calm,

In this episode you'll discover how to combine 3 powerful affirmations for rapid relief of anxiety and stress. You'll also be introduced to the work of Emile Coue', the brilliant French Chemist / pharmacist who developed autosuggestion for healing.Note: This information is shared in two other podcasts, those being "Postive Word Affirmations" and "Positive Word Power".The 3 Affirmations:"In this moment, I am safe." "This too shall pass.""Every day in every way, I am calmer and calmer."Main foundation affirmation from Emile Coue: "Every day in every way I am better and better".---Host:Stephen Carter, founder of Stress Solutions, LLC, Stress Solutions, USA, and Stress Relief Radio.Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Original recording done with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Hush, and Auphonic. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: SE Dynacaster DCM8. New intro recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Processed with Twisted Wave, De-esser in

In this episode you discover the step by step way to apply the "Heaven and Earth Stress Release" technique. This technique helps you let go of stress and anxiety so you will feel calm, relaxed, and restored.Do this several times throughout your day and anytime you're feeling stressed or anxious.Note: This episode of "Easy Stress Cures" includes a segment from the new "One Minute to Stress Relief" podcast.To listen to the new "One Minute to Stress Relief" show, visit https://www.spreaker.com/show/one-minute-to-stress-relief - follow the show where you get your podcasts.Previous episodes of the "Easy Stress Cures" show are available at https://www.spreaker.com/show/mind-over-stress and at https://StressReliefRadio.com---Host:Stephen Carter. Website - https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity, Levelator, and Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: SE DynaCaster DCM8 through the Vocaster O

In this episode you discover science based recommendations for overcoming insomnia and getting a good night's sleep.Resources cited in this episode include:Sleep Doctor. Link: https://sleepdoctor.com/sleep-disorders/"Insomnia Facts and Statistics". Link: https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/mental-health/insomnia/insomnia-statistics/#:~:text=Nearly%2070%20million%20Americans%20have,people%20have%20long%2Dlasting%20insomnia"Strategies to promote better sleep in these uncertain times". "Harvard Health Publishing. Link: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/strategies-to-promote-better-sleep-in-these-uncertain-times-2020032719333#Nighttime%20Tips%20to%20Help%20with%20Sleep"Sleep tips: 6 steps to better sleep". Mayo Clinic. Link: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/in-depth/sleep/art-20048379"What Should You Think About to Fall Asleep Faster? - Greater Good Magazine, USC at Berkley". Link: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/what_should_you_think_about_to_fall_asleep_faster"Insomnia ex

In this episode you discover 5 simple and effective ways to tame holiday stress, anxiety, and overwhelm so you can enjoy the festive season.---Host:Stephen Carter. Website - https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com---Technical information:Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Hush, Resound, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone - Neat King Bee---Key words:Thanksgiving, Christmas, calm, relax, relaxation response, happy, happiness, holiday joy, holiday season,

This episode is about maintaining your psychological / emotional wellbeing during the constant images and reports of war, destruction, and loss of life in the Middle.---Resources mentioned in this episode:"As atrocities in Gaza and Israel unfold, psychiatrists give advice on coping". "MedicalXpress". Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-10-atrocities-gaza-israel-unfold-psychiatrists.html"Greater Good Resources for Peace and Conflict". "Greater Good Magizine". Link: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/greater_good_resources_for_peace_and_conflictListen to the "Healthly and Happy Senior Living podcast. Listen and follow where you get your podcasts or visit https://www.spreaker.com/show/safe-living-today---Host:Stephen Carter. Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.Listen to previous episodes at: https://www.spreaker.com/show/safe-living-today---Technical information:Recorded and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Other applications used for edits include Audacity and

Can you easily tame that persistent internal critic? Yes you can.In this epiosde you'll discover a simple, effective, easily done way to change the way you experience that inner critical voice. This will allow you to let go of never ending critical mind chatter giving you emotional freedom and wellbeing.---Host:Stephen Carter. Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email - CarterMethod@gmail.com. Listen to previous episodes at https://www.spreaker.com/show/mind-over-stress---Technical information:Recorded with WavePad. Edits with Twisted Wave, Levelator, Hush, and Hindenburg Pro. Rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: SE DynaCaster DCM8.Key words:stress, de-stress, self-talk, calm, relax, relaxation, emotional balance, emotional wellbeing,

In this episode you discover what research is telling us about the effects of doom scrolling negative news and giving constant attention to caustic social media. You'll also learn how to apply research proven ways to enjoy the positive benefits that can be yours by limited and mindful use of social media sites.You'll also hear a well respected YouTube influencer named Bandrew Scott share his personal story of being ensnared in the swirl of negative news doom scrolling and chronic social media use, the effects that behavior had on his wellbeing and relationships, and how he ultimately recognized the debilitating effects he was experiencing. He'll share how he changed his behavior to a more healthy way of living in the real and online worlds.---Time Stamps:00:00 - Episode topic;02:35 - Show and host info;03:18 - Why is there so much anxiety? Doom scrolling and social media;10:18 - Bandrew Scott's story;15:36 - How to navigate news and social media in a healthy way;23:20 - 3 host recommended simple actions;25:45

Discover U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs non-surgical, non-medication back pain relief method recommendation using mindful awareness.Resources shared include:"Mindfulness Meditation for Chronic Low Back Pain"; U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Link: https://www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTHLIBRARY/tools/mindfulness-meditation-for-chronic-low-back-pain.asp-"Passport to Whole Health"; Veterans Health Administration, Link: https://www.va.gov/WHOLEHEALTHLIBRARY/docs/Passport_to_WholeHealth_FY2020_508.pdf"Mindful Breathing Benefits Mind and Body: Learn How to Get Started"; "Nice News, July 10, 2023. Link: https://nicenews.com/health-and-wellness/mindful-breathing-benefits-body-mind/"Veterans Affairs Recommends Low Back Pain Relief Method, Brain and Heart Health, So Much More"; episode of "Healthy and Happy Senior Living" mentioned in this episode of "Easy Stress Cures" and "Mindful Way Living". Link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/56127939---Host:Stephen Carter. Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Previous episo

You've heard the saying, "Dance your stress away!" But can you really do that?We answer that question and you'll discover how to do exactly that in this episode.---Resources:Article cited in this episode:"Dance Away Distress: Rekindling Health and Happiness"; From Neuroscience News.com, July 1, 2023. Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/dance-health-happiness-23561/---Host: Stephen Carter, website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded and initial edits with Audacity. Reverb and noise reduction with Hush, 75% setting. Leveled with Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Neat King Bee.---Key words:stress, dance, stress relief, happy, happiness, mindful, mindfulness, flow, music,---

During this episode you discover how to apply the power of self-validation for emotional wellbeing. You'll learn a step by step process along with seven effective affirmations to use anytime to enhance self-approval and self-validation.To receive a transcript of this episode, email CarterMethod@gmail.com and enter the words "Transcript for Self-Validation Episode" in the subject line. You can leave the body blank. ---Host: Stephen Carter; Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com. Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded with Audio Hijack. Edits with Twisted Wave. Noise and reverb reduction with Hush. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: SE DynaCaster DCM8.---Key words:stress, stress relief, happiness, affirmations, self-talk, self-approval, self-validation,

American writer and humorist Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. once told us:“Enjoy the little things in life because one day you`ll look back and realize they were the big things.”In this episode we choose special "little things" from the University of Southern California at Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center's June "Happiness Calendar" of simple, easily done daily happiness creating activities.Download the Happiness Calendar at: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/images/uploads/GGSC_Happiness_Calendar_June_2023.pdf---Host:Stephen Carter. Website: https://www.StressReliefRadio.com. Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com.---Technical information:Recorded with Twisted Wave. Edits with Hindenburg Pro to include Waves DeReverb filter. Microphone SE DynaCaster DCM8.---Key words:Stress, relax, relaxation, happy, happiness, emotional wellbeing, joy, peace, Kurt Vonnegut,---

In this episode you discover the power of combining cyclic breathing with a body based guided meditation to release anxiety, anger, and other disempowering stressful emotions and create a calm mind and body.---Timestamps:00:00 - Episode topic;00:38 - Show and host information;01:52 - What do we need to calm the mind?05:11 - Learn more about cyclic breathing;06:10 - Why cyclic breathing is important;07:22 - Guided meditation for stress related disempowering emotions;24:09 - How to follw the show, listen to other episodes, or contact host.---Resources:"Study shows cyclic breathing technique more effective in reducing stress than mindfulness meditation". Article link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-01-cyclic-technique-effective-stress-mindfulness.html"Breathing Techniques to Reduce Stress and Anxiety | Dr. Andrew Huberman on the Physiological Sigh". YouTube video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSZKIupBUuc"5 Minute Guided Cyclic Sighing - Andrew Huberman". YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEl3